So, did anyone watch Dancing with the Stars last night? I prefer American Idol, but that's neither here nor there (although I do vote for David Archuleta any chance I get!). After being in Miss America it is fun to know that I understand what a thrill it is to be a part of live television like that!

Well, apparently my performing days are not over yet. Instead of Dancing WITH the Stars, I am participating in Dancing LIKE the Stars. Clever, huh? The event is a fundraiser for the Bubel/Aiken Foundation started by Clay Aiken (hello fellow American Idol fans). All proceeds go to special needs children and programs. As someone who has become super familiar with many schools this year, I know that the foundation has a worthwhile place in our communities.

Here is how it works. A number of local "celebrities" are partnered up with local ballroom dancers to compete in a variety of genres. I have been assigned the East Coast Swing. Through the Bubel/Aiken Web site (which I will post below) there will be an opportunity to vote for your favorite dancers based on clips and pictures. This element will be coming soon, so keep your eyes open for that. The live performance will be on April 27 at 1 p.m. at the NC State Fairgrounds for the Southern Women's Show. There will be judges, including the one and only Joey Fatone, and audience voting opportunities.

Let's just hope that my feet don't get too tangled! This will be a little different from ballet, but I've been promised that I can wear a cute costume...

It should be a blast! Please check out the press release online at http://www.bubelaiken.org/GolfAuctionItems/tabid/201/Default.aspx

Cha, Cha, Cha!
Jessica