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A travel fund forAbby McCully

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Abby McCully for Miss Wisconsin USA

Started by: Abby McCully

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The average woman in the United States is between a size 16 and a size 18, while the average Miss USA contestant is between a size double 0 and a size two. Having been accepted into the Miss Wisconsin USA pageant, I want to show that you don't have to be a size two to fulfill the pageant's core values of confidence, grace, and a desire to help others. My goal is to normalize plus size women on stage. Please help me raise the money to reach that goal. Your donations will help me travel to the competition, cover my pageant fees, and purchase my pageant necessities.

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It's been nearly a month since the pageant, and I thought I would use this as a moment to let you know how much I appreciate all of you. The pageant was a wonderful experience, and I got to meet my own goals of taking up space in a place I struggle to feel my body has a right to be. I also got to meet some amazing women and talk to them about beauty, size, food, and goals. Thank you for your support. While this was a wonderful experience, it was an expensive experience, so your contributions really helped. Thank you for everything.

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September 28 at 10:31pm

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I struggle to believe that I have an equal right to the title of Miss WI USA with all of the other contestants. I guess I am feeling a bit of pageant impostor syndrome. Many of these women have been working towards this much longer than I have. I worry that I was accepted to further an agenda of proving that pageants are moving forward in feminism, and not because I am seen as a legitimate candidate. But when I back up from the concept of pageant and look at my own goals, to speak about my own experiences and how our current concepts of women's health have failed me and my health, that I know I have a right to. And that's what keeps me moving forward. So please, help support me as I share my story.

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August 20 at 2:46pm

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26 days until the pageant, and I am still over $3,000 away from my goal. Basically, all of my time and money is currently going towards this pageant. That doesn't really bother me, because I am passionate about my platform and dedicated to this experience. However, I have to admit, I am looking forward to when I can focus on other aspects of my life. And I am especially looking forward to the near future when I no longer have to ask my parents for grocery money.

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August 12 at 12:45pm

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For me, and I am sure for many others, being in the pageant is an act of courage. I am putting a body that I struggle not to judge negatively on stage in front of people called judges. But I know I can do it, because I know that I am courageous. I may not conquer my fears, but I will always face them. Support Courage. Support Plus Size.

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August 1 at 5:29pm

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I haven't been on stage in over a year. Despite loving acting so much I got my BA in it, I have been relieved NOT to be on stage, because I haven't felt comfortable in my body in a long time. Acting has always been a safe place for me because I get to explore emotion and action without the vulnerability of being me. But, as I gained weight, I realized that the character can never be completely separated from my body, and that scared me. So, this September I am facing my fears. I am stepping on stage as ME, with all eyes on my body. And I am reclaiming this body as one deserving of a spotlight.

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July 25 at 4:25pm

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As we near the end of June, please keep sharing and donating! Airfare will have to be bought soon!

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June 30 at 5:47pm

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Big news! I have selected my gown and my bathing suit! Now only two more outfits to go! I have also started an Instagram for more regular updates. Follow me @dramaturgicallyme. Please donate and/or spread the word.

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June 17 at 11:15pm

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Updates for this week: I have put in the second part of my enrollment fees. I had my second meeting with the lovely Emily at Gowntastic. We found a dress for the introduction and are just waiting to make sure it is available. I also tried on pageant shoes. I was pleased to find that walking in them was much easier than I anticipated. The downer, however, is that, just like every shoe I have ever purchased, they are too narrow. My wide feet stick out over the edges of the shoe. However, Emily is an angel and is contacting a shoe designer to find out if he can make me custom shoes. Last update of the week, I purchased a bathing suit. I am hoping it is "the one", but I am waiting for it to be delivered so I can try it on, see if it's flattering, and decide if the color looks good with my wardrobe. Thank you to everyone who has donated, it has definitely helped with my costs. However, I still have many more purchases and fees. Please share this page and consider helping out!

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June 5 at 8:43pm

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Today I went for my first gown consultation! Emily and Ashley at Gowntastic helped me out and they were kind, supportive, and super helpful. No purchase today, but we have definitely narrowed the field. I am so excited to continue the process with Emily at Gowntastic.

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May 23 at 12:03am

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I had my first makeup consultation with my Mary Kay consultant Lindsay Freisthler today. Today we worked on a routine to keep my skin nice while putting on and taking off makeup. (She also let me try this great pink lip.) Thanks Lindsay!

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May 9 at 8:03pm

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  • Elizabeth Wellman4 years ago This makes my heart happy. I’m reclaiming my body and its right to exist. Honored to keep championing your ability to do the same!
  • Anonymous4 years ago Love you and your mission! - Aunt Margy
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  • Ethan Mccully4 years ago Rounded numbers look better
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