Cathy Burnham Martin's Blog, page 11

“The whole problem with the world is that fools and fanatics are always so certain of themselves, and wiser people so full of doubts.”

— Bertrand Russell (1872-1970)
British philosopher, mathematician, and Nobel laureate

Congratulations Xanthi Russell, Miss New Hampshire 2025.

The entire program was splendid, and everyone involved in making that production happen should be very proud.

It was my humble honor to be in attendance and celebrate my 50th anniversary of being selected to represent the Granite State on the Miss America stage. Sooooo fun reuniting with so many of my fellow Forever Miss NH sisters!

Best wishes to Xanthi for a splendiferous year!

Cinco de Mayo commemorates the 1862 Mexican victory over the French army in the Battle of Puebla.

Today we also celebrate National Enchilada Day. Enjoy!

“Listen now to the gentle whispers of hope.”

— Charles D. Brodhead (1827 – 1913)
Postmaster and served in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives 1859 – 1861

Photo by Frank Kelly

Best wishes for dreams to come true for all the ladies in the Miss New Hampshire and Miss New Hampshire’s Teen programs this evening.

In the spirit of pageant week, I join my Forever Miss New Hampshire sisters and post my official Frank Kelly photo from 1975. Yup… 50 years ago.

Photo by Daniel Mirlea

“You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough.”

— Mae West (1893 – 1980)
American actress and singer

“The foolish man seeks happiness in the distance, the wise grows it under his feet.”

— James Oppenheim (1882 – 1932)
American poet, novelist, and editor

“What’s up doc?” For a little pop culture fun, be a little “Looney Tunes” and celebrate National Bugs Bunny Day.

For World Wish Day, I make this wish.

With all my heart and soul I wish for compassion, caring, and peace.

Photo by Sulmanry Saavedra

“Freedom is never given; it is won.”

— A. Phillip Randolph (1889 – 1979)
American civil rights activist