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08/16/2026

Yesterday was one for the books 💕

Placing 1st Runner-Up at Miss Virginia Teen Volunteer is an honor I will never take for granted. This weekend was filled with incredible young women, unforgettable memories, and so many moments that reminded me why I love this organization.

While the crown wasn’t on my head this year, I am leaving with a heart full of gratitude, new friendships, and so much pride in what I accomplished. Every conversation, every rehearsal, every moment on stage helped me grow in ways that go far beyond a title.

And to my sweet friend Miss Leah Doran —OH MY GOODNESS!!! 🤩💗💗 Hearing your name be called was one of my favorite moments of the entire weekend. No one deserves this more. Your kindness, heart for others, and the joy you bring into every room makes you such a beautiful representative of this title. I am beyond excited to watch you shine this year and I already know you’re going to do incredible things. I couldn’t be happier for you!! 🫶✨

Thank you to everyone who supported, encouraged, prayed for, and believed in me throughout this journey. Your love means more than you know.

Sometimes the greatest victories aren’t measured by a crown, but by who you become along the way. 💕

This isn’t the end of my journey in this system—or in pageantry. If anything, it’s a new beginning. Every experience, every challenge, every lesson, and every memory from this week will travel with me wherever I go next. I am so excited for the opportunities ahead and to continue growing, serving, and chasing big dreams. This experience has given me so much to carry forward, and I know it will shape the way I approach every stage and every opportunity that comes next. This story isn’t even close to over; it’s only turning the page to its next chapter 💓

[ Miss Virginia Teen Volunteer, Miss Spirit of Apple Blossom, weekend, experience] Thomas Stokes

08/15/2026

ITS HERE 🎉🎉

Tomorrow is officially the day of Miss Virginia Teen Volunteer!! 🤩 To celebrate, I wanted to share my official headshot! This journey has already been filled with so many incredible memories, and I’m beyond excited for everything that’s ahead. ❤️

A huge thank you to my amazing photographer, Kimberly Needles Photography, for capturing this photo so perfectly! 📸✨ Your talent and kindness make every session so much fun.

I can’t wait to take the stage and spend the weekend alongside such an inspiring group of young women. Let the adventure begin! 💕👑✨

[ pageantry, headshot, mvtv, missspiritofappleblossom ] Thomas Stokes

08/08/2026

Meet my princess, Gracie LeVan! 💗👑

Gracie is getting ready to start middle school and is excited for all the new adventures ahead, from switching classes to meeting new friends. When she’s not at school, you can usually find her baking something sweet, swimming, shooting hoops on the basketball court, or creating slime and squishes.

A few of her favorite things? Sushi 🍣, pizza 🍕 (just not together 😂), making people laugh with her jokes, and spending time with the people she loves. While she may be a little shy when you first meet her, once she feels comfortable, her bright personality shines and the conversation never stops!

What I admire most about Gracie is her heart. She loves God, treats everyone with kindness, and brings joy wherever she goes. I am so excited to have this sweet girl by my side as my princess and can’t wait to make memories together throughout this journey. 🥳

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Thomas Stokes

08/06/2026

Even though I don’t have any biological sisters, I definitely hit the jackpot with my pageant sister. 💗 Happy National Sister Day to my forever sister queen, Miss Apple Blossom Teen Volunteer!

From celebrating our crowning moments to making memories throughout the Apple Blossom Festival and now competing together at Miss Virginia Teen Volunteer, I’m so thankful this journey brought us together. Brilea, thank you for making every event more fun, every memory more special, and for being someone I’m always grateful to have by my side. Here’s to so many more adventures together! 👑💖

[ pageantry Apple blossom festival sister Queen national sister day ] Thomas Stokes

08/05/2026

My favorite place to volunteer is my local food pantry, where I’ve given nearly 25 hours (and counting!).❤️ At Highland Food Pantry, every volunteer pours their heart into serving the underserved in our community by providing one of life’s most basic necessities—food. It’s incredible to see how something as simple as a meal can make such a meaningful difference, and I’m always grateful for the opportunity to be a part of that mission.

Every time I come to serve, I’m immediately handed a task—or a sack of potatoes. 😂 I was also proud to volunteer alongside fellow members of John Handley Key Club, spending the evening giving back and serving our community together. Volunteerism is at the core of Virginia Volunteer, after all, it’s right in the name. This program celebrates young women who are committed to making a difference, not just through big initiatives, but through everyday acts of service. Whether it’s helping at a food pantry, supporting a local organization, or simply showing up when your community needs you, volunteerism is about turning compassion into action.

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Thomas Stokes

08/02/2026

I got my opening number dress! It is SO cute a gorgeous I am absolutely ecstatic to put on this dress again! And it shouldn’t be a surprise that it’s from the wonderful Ruby Mae’s !! But what does it look like 🧐? I guess we will find out during the final show!

Can you guess what color my dress is? 🌈✨

[ dress opening number mystery missvavolteen fina show ] Thomas Stokes

07/27/2026

Yesterday, I had the opportunity to watch the 50th Annual Fredrick County Fair Pageant and cheer on my princess, Gracie LeVan! She has grown so much while we’ve been working together, she competed for Miss Fredrick County Fair Pr***en last year and didn’t place, but this year, she place 2nd runner up and won people’s choice! Congrats to all of the new queens and I can’t wait to work with Gracie again!

[pageantry, Fredrick county, 2nd runner up, growth, Miss Virginia Teen Volunteer ]
Thomas Stokes

07/21/2026

Shouting the biggest congratulations to on being crowned ! 🥳🥳 Your hard work, grace, and dedication truly shined, and I can’t wait to see all that you accomplish during your reign 💗

One of my favorite parts of the weekend was reconnecting with so many amazing friends, .pageants , and members of the pageant community, my amazing walking coach , while also making new friends along the way. I even had the opportunity to meet , which was so cool and she is so sweet and funny!!

And congratulations on your amazing reign, you truly represented Virginia beautifully ❤️

07/15/2026

Such a sweet and special moment! 💜✨

Getting to coach Gracie has been such an amazing journey. Watching her grow in confidence, learn new skills, and accomplish so much through her hard work has made me incredibly proud. She continues to amaze me with her determination, kindness, and willingness to always give her best.

I was so excited to ask her to be part of this experience, and I already know we’re going to make the best memories together! 👑💕

07/13/2026

Miss Virginia Teen Volunteer, here I come! I’m beyond excited for this opportunity and all of the experiences, friendships, and memories that come with it. 🥳🥳

Come support me and my sisters this August 14-15 at John Handley High School

✨Fun fact: John Handley High is where I go to school and will graduate from!!

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