Meet the 2009 Miss Shamrock Contestants and
why they want to be Miss Shamrock 2009

Ashley Hi - My name is Ashley! I have always been proud of my Irish heritage but after the past few weeks of being out and about in the Saint Paul community with my fellow Miss Shamrock contestants and the rest of the Saint Pat's Association it's reached a whole new level. The sense of community and even "family" among this great group has been amazing. It feels just like home, as I am fortunate to be part of a large, close and very fun extended family that now numbers over 50! My grandfather passed away a number of years ago but he was the Irish inspiration for this huge clan and still has a presence you can feel today. His love of faith, family and Irish heritage has been passed down and kept strong in his memory.
I feel lucky to be one of the candidates and believe my outgoing personality, hard work ethic, desire to meet people and have some fun will serve me and the Saint Pat's Association well... if I am fortunate enough to be chosen as Miss Shamrock 2009!!
 
Brittany I think it would be an honor to be Miss Shamrock. The opportunities that come with being Miss Shamrock are wonderful. It's always great to give back to the community. I enjoy being around people and am looking forward to all the volunteer opportunities that are ahead. Being Irish and a fond lover of the city of St. Paul I look forward to all the excitement and wonderful friends I will make by being a part of this great association. I hope and plan on being involved with the association for the years to come.
 
Hayden I would love to be Miss Shamrock, because I am bursting at the seams with Irish pride. I am proud of my family name, and I am very proud to be of Irish ancestry. The Irish people have come so far and overcome a horrific history. We are a hardworking and fun loving culture, and I sure am glad to be a part of it! I would look forward to spreading Irish cheer as Miss Shamrock; I think that it would be a wonderful experience.
 
Jennifer The reason why i want to be Miss Shamrock is because i think of how rewarding it is. I made a resolution to myself this year that i was gonna "get out there' and start doing more adventerous things, and this is just a little part of my adventure. Along with this comes the rewards of doing charitable work. I realize that i can't be at every function, and in my own time i do try to spend my time off going to benefits and fundraisers. I also have met some wonderful people along the way and would hope to continue meeting more people and staying friends with these people. Life is to short to not want to make the best of... Being Miss Shamrock is only a bonus of a little bit of effort you put into living and having fun. Plus another excuse to go out and party like an Irish isn't all that bad either!!! LOL
 
Jessica I want to be Miss Shamrock because it's always been a very special tradition my Mom, Grandma and I have shared. My father's side is mostly German/Norwegian, and my Irish heritage has always been a special thing my Grandma and my Mom shared with me. I also love meeting new people and making new friends. Being a part of such a great community and the association is an honor and I'm very excited to make lots of great memories with a great group of people.
Kate I come from a proud Irish family that takes part in the St. Patrick's Day Parade every year. When March comes around I get so excited for the parade and if I was Miss Shamrock it would be like celebrating St. Patrick's Day all year. Being Miss Shamrock would give me the opportunity to be a part of St. Paul's history. I would be honored to be able to represent St. Paul's Irish community and my own Irish heritage.
Kelly I want to be Miss Shamrock because I think it is an excellent opportunity to be more involved with the community and my Irish family. I have always marched in the St. Patrick's Day parade, and have always looked up to the Shamrock Princesses. Being Miss Shamrock, I could inspire all of the little future Irish Princesses out there! Most importantly I know my Grandma is extremely proud of me, and smiling down on me from Heaven.
Kristin I want to be Miss Shamrock, because it would be a perfect way for me to embrace my Irish heritage, serve the community, and form lasting friendships. I also enjoy meeting new people and spreading Irish pride and cheer! I would be honored to represent an association that does charitable work and loves to have fun!
 
Megan I would like to be Miss Shamrock because celebrating my Irish heritage has been such a big part of my life for as long as I can remember, and my family has instilled a LOT of Irish pride in me! :) Just being a part of the St. Pat's Association is such a thrill because it gives me the chance to commemorate my heritage with the people in the community -both Irish and non-Irish. I love being able to take part in the celebration of Irish culture and traditions and to share those traditions with others, and being part of the St. Pat's Association is a great way to do that!!
 
Sara I would like to become Miss Shamrock 2009 because this would be a great opportunity for me to carry on my Irish heritage. My grandma married into a German family and although I do not have the typical Irish last name, it just means I need to show my Irish pride even louder. I look forward to meeting so many different people and celebrating St. Patty's Day all year round. It would be such an honor to be part of the St. Patrick's Association family and amazing to represent the association as Miss Shamrock!!
 

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