Recent Antics...
Hairspray at the Chanhassen Dinner Theater
The talented cast of Hairspray at the Chanhassen Dinner Theater welcomed me during my walk-on role, for an upcoming "Outside the Box" column.
The food was fabulous and the show was amazing. Thank you for letting me experience it, and as a red head.
Mom.com Minneapolis Suburbs Launch Party
We recently celebrated the Minneapolis launch of Mom.com with a fabulous launch party, hosted by Andrew Shue and our local and New York Mom.com team.
The Lori and Julia Show on MyTalk 107.1
As the Regional Marketing Manager for Mom.com here in Minneapolis I often get to meet some fabulous people.
Mom.com is owned by Andrew Shue who is best known for his stint on Melrose Place. Myself, along with Kristin Codding (Mom.com Community Manager) and Laura Hotvet (Mom.com Marketing Director) accompanied Andrew during his interview with the fabulous Lori and Julia on MyTalk 107.1.
Fleeing to New York
Playing checkers in Central Park with my hubby aka: The Stud Muffin, on a beautiful fall day was what I was doing in this photo.
The Stud Muffin and I escaped to New York for a few days. My mother recently passed away. I took a mini urn of her ashes with me all over the city. I wrote about it on my blog CLICK HERE to read it.
With Senator Amy Klobuchar in Washington D.C.
As a board member of the Minnesota Prostate Cancer Coalition I was invited to Washington D.C. to attend the Zero Summit to End Prostate Cancer with MPCC President and good friend Tamara Jett.
We met with our legislative leaders including Senator Klobuchar to discuss funding and support for Prostate Cancer.
Mom.com Save the Ta-Tas Fish Off for Breast Cancer
The first Mom.com Save the Ta-Tas Fish Off for Breast Cancer was a huge success. It was Team Stillwater versus Team Excelsior on Lake Minnetonka, all to raise money for the Save the Ta-Tas Foundation.
I'm pictured here with Mom.com Regional Marketing Manager Laura Hotvet as we present a check to the professional fishing team of Kevin and Dean who represented the Save the Ta-Tas Foundation.
Lake Minnetonka with Bitten and Bound
The fabulous Missy Germain from celebrity website Bitten and Bound came out to support the Mom.com Save the Ta-Tas Fish Off for Breast Cancer.
She wrote a fun article about the event, which you can read HERE.
Minnesota Prostate Cancer Coalition
Charity Golf Tournament
Recently Jersey's Bar and Grill along with The G Group hosted their 2nd annual charity golf tournament. This year the charity was the Minnesota Prostate Cancer Coalition, of which I'm a proud board member.
I'm pictured here with my good friend and President of the Minnesota Prostate Cancer Coalition Tamara Jett along with two of the Minnesota Vikings Cheerleaders who came out to help.
Judging the Truly Unique Boys and Girls Pageant
I must admit the highlight of judging the Truly Unique Boys and Girls Pageant was when I was introduced to the audience as a Popular "Communist" instead of a Popular Columnist.
Still, it was fun meeting the contestants from all over Minnesota. I judged along with Wendi Russo and Molly Nicholson, pictured here.
Save the Ta Tas!
October is breast cancer awareness month and Excelsior Girl's Night Out is hosting a "Light the Town Pink" night. We are teaming up with the Save The Ta Tas Walleye Fishing Team for a Fish Off to raise money for breast cancer research.
Recently I had fun out on the Save the Ta Tas boat getting ready for our upcoming event.
Here is a recent video and article in the Lake Minnetonka Patch about the Save the Ta-Tas team and upcoming event "Fishing Team Goes Pink For Breast Cancer Awareness on Lake Minnetonka".
Rox Minneapolis Trunk Show at Omorphia
Robyne Robinson is a true artist, designing and hand making each of her pieces. I found a pair of earrings I just adore.
Volunteering at Excelsior Crazy Days
This year I volunteered during Kid's Day and had a blast, even finding a moment to play in the bouncy house myself with my friend Maria.
My video submission for the Minneapolis St. Paul Magazine Live Like a Real Twin Cities Housewife contest. I didn't win, but we had a lot of fun with this video!
Excelsior Girl's Night Out Fashion Show
with Twin Cities Live
This year's Excelsior Girl's Night Out Fashion Show was bigger and better than ever. The Fashion Show benefited Ready for Success and was hosted by Elizabeth Ries, John Hanson and Emily Engberg from Twin Cities Live.
600 seats and a long runway lined Water Street during this one hour fashion extravaganza.
In the Heart of Texas
The stud-muffin and I enjoyed a first time trip to Texas with friends and family from around the country.
Dallas was amazing. I had no idea that there was such great food in Texas!
Mount Rushmore with My Mom and Sister
My sister, mom and I took an adventurous road trip to South Dakota in June. Our main reason for going was to see Mount Rushmore and checked it off of my mom's bucket list. We saw much more and really had a good time.
Our trip became the topic of my July Outside the Box Column for the Lakeshore Weekly.
Rest in peace Donna-Gail Wilcock June 18 1952-October 26th 2011
Bourbon Street Bash & PB and J Drive for ICA Food Shelf
Excelsior Girl's Night Out went a little Mardi gras during "Bourban Street Bash" night. During the month of June Girl's Night Out has been collecting jars of peanut butter and jelly to benefit the ICA Food Shelf.
Drop donations of PB and J at any Girl's Night Out participating business.
Lake Goddesses and Joan Steffend at Ooh La La
It was "Lake Goddesses Night" in Excelsior for Excelsior Girl's Night Out. HGTV host and author Joan Steffend was visiting Ooh La La on Water Street and signing copies of her book "...and she sparkled".
There is always something fun going on at Ooh La La!
Lake Minnetonka Magazine "Women in Charge"
Lake Minnetonka Magazine did an article about four Lake Minnetonka Women, including myself. I'm proud to be including with these three other women whom I'm happy to call my friends.
You can read it here: Lake Minnetonka Magazine "Women in Charge"
Amore & Fede Excelsior Grand Re-Opening Party
Amore & Fede in Excelsior had their Grand Re-Opening Party recently with owner Debbie Sluslar. They shared their new lines, making it a night filled with fashion and fun.
Back to the Water Party in Excelsior
Downtown Excelsior businesses came together to host a Back to the Water Party celebrating the release of the latest Pirates of the Caribbean movie.
Twin Cities's own Jack Sparrow and Mrs. Minnesota America Yasmine Ryback participated in the pirate fun.
Mrs. Minnesota United States Pageant
My very good friend Tamara Jett and I truly enjoyed attending the Mrs. Minnesota United States pageant. Our friend and outgoing Mrs. Minnesota Wendi Russo, crowned the new Mrs. Minnesota United States Anne Marie Moore
Book Drive at Zelaz for Read Indeed
Thank you so much to Mrs. Minnesota America Yasmine Ryback and Janet Polach from Zelaz in Excelsior, for their continued support of www.readindeed.org.
It was a beautiful day for a book drive. Mrs. Minnesota shared the need for books and what Read Indeed does at several Excelsior businesses.
No One Fights Alone Cancer Benefit
Attending the No One Fights Alone Cancer Benefit was an eye opening experience. The benefit was in honor of Robin Meyer who is the mother in law of my friend Mike Woesssner (pictured here).
The benefit will help to offset medical costs for families who have a loved one fighting cancer.
You can still help by going into any local TCF Bank and making a donation to the Robin Sue Meyer Benefit Fund.
Savvy Magazine Party
Savvy Magazine hosted their first anniversary party complete with a Cher impersonator and Elizabeth Reis from Twin Cities Live.
There were booths to be visited, products to try and wine tasting to be done. An evening full of fun!
Lillian's of Excelsior Grand Opening
Congratulations to my friends at Lillan's in Excelsior on their Grand Opening at their new location on Water Street.
It was a fun weekend with Twin Cities Live broadcasting from the store. Everyone had such fun with Emily Engberg (pictured here) from Twin Cities Live.
Hola From Mexico
Mexico was just what the doctor ordered. A week in paradise with my son and friends, enjoying the beach and making new friends, including this monkey.
Dreams Puerto Aventuras Resort and Spa went above and beyond to make our vacation special. From swimming with the dolphins and snorkeling to propelling myself onto a velcro wall, each day was unique.
Avanti Shoe Boutique VIP Party
Congratulations to Jennifer Burish and Avanti Shoe Boutique on a successful first year in Excelsior!
Avanti hosted a VIP party and the next day held an Open House to celebrate their one year anniversary.
Mrs. Minnesota America Send Off Party
Yasmine Rybackis our new Mrs. Minnesota America! We celebrated her win and wished her well at Nationals during her send off party at BLVD recently.
The Five Mrs. Excelsiors
Pictured:
Kathy Hurd Mrs. Excelsior 1996 and 1998
Natalie Hagemo Mrs. Excelsior 2008
Elizabeth Hopfinspirger Mrs. Excelsior 2011
Susie Overvold Mrs. Excelsior 2010 and Mrs. Minnesota 2010
Victoria Terry Mrs. Excelsior 1990 and Mrs. Minnesota 1990
Visiting the Pacific Northwest
My husband and I just returned from a visit to one of my favorite places, Seattle.
We enjoyed visiting with old and new friends, seeing the sights, and mostly enjoying a few days away together.
Mrs. Minnesota Intl Pageant 2011
A favorite weekend of mine each year is the Mrs. Minnesota International Pageant. This year I attended the weekend pageant with my friend Cami Swanson.
Also attending was Kathy Hurd who was the second Mrs. Excelsior International. There have been five Mrs. Excelsior who have represented our community at this pageant.
Congratulations to the new Mrs. Minnesota International Mindy Urzua.
Minneapolis St. Paul Magazine
Best of the Best Party
Each year the Best of the Best party is a blast. It's a great way to socialize and sample foods from the hottest restaurants in the Twin Cities.
Ultimate Pajama Party with Gretchen Rossi
This year The Ultimate Pajama Party benefited local charity Dress for Success.
I'm a huge Real Housewives fan, and a highlight this year was having Gretchen Rossi from The Real Housewives of Orange County at the party, along with her boyfriend Slade. Gretchen was sharing her designer handbag line Gretchen Christine.
The PJ party was a blast with shopping, massages, dancing and more, all in our PJs. I would have to say this years party topped last years, and I can't wait to see what next year's brings.
Judging the Arctic Fever Ice Princess Contest
Arctic Fever was in the air in the Lake Minnetonka area. Mrs. Excelsior Elizabeth Hopfinspirger, Jennifer Burish from Avanti and myself were judges for the Arctic Fever Ice Princess Contest.
We are pictured here with the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners along with Cynthia Rae of Cynthia Rae Dress Code.
The Ultimate Pajama Party on Twin Cities Live
Recently I had the fun chance to help promote The Ultimate Pajama Party on Twin Cities Live. Along with Tammy Hauser (Ultimate Pajama Party Founder) and other fabulous women, we modeled PJs to give Twin Cities women ideas on what to wear to The Ultimate Pajama Party.
I'm looking forward to the Pajama Party on January 22nd. This year Gretchen Rossi of The Real Housewives of Orange County will be attending the VIP pre-party and The Ultimate Pajama Party.
Mrs. Excelsior Elizabeth Hopfenspriger
Banner Presentation
We now have a Mrs. Excelsior 2011 and she is Elizabeth Hopfenspirger. I was able to attend the banner presentation for Mrs. Excelsior, presented by Excelsior Mayor Nick Ruehl.
The Great Excelsior Food Shelf Jam
Fun times and fundraising were watchwords at The Great Excelsior Food Shelf Jam. It was a successful fundraiser for the ICA Food Shelf.
We enjoyed great music, a silent auction and time with friends.
Excelsior Holiday Open House
The streets of Excelsior were filled with carolers, shoppers, merry makers and even Santa!
Christkindlsmarkt in Excelsior
Mrs. Minnesota Wendi Russo was in the opening parade along with Excelsior Mayor Nick Ruehl.
It was my pleasure to take part in the ribbon cutting for this years festivities.
Pictured: Excelsior Mayor Nick Ruel, Mrs. Minnesota Wendi Russo (and her beautiful daughter), Christkindlsmarkt Co-ordinator Myrle Mackenzie, Natalie Hagemo
Volunteering for the ICA Food Shelf
Along with several other volunteers I bagged groceries at a local Cub Foods to raise money for our local ICA Food Shelf.
The need is great and I urge everyone to donate by going to www.ica.org
My New Love
He makes up for all of his antics with his cuteness and companionship. Needless to say I'm madly in love with my little maltese, who is the topic of my upcoming December "Outside the Box" column for the Lakeshore Weekly.
Home to Hawaii
It doesn't hurt to be from Hawaii. Trips back home are quiet enjoyable. In addition to the wonderful snorkeling, beaches and beauty of the islands I enjoyed a lot of time with my family.
My Grandma Betty Webster shared stories with us about what life was like during and after the bombing of Pearl Harbor. My sisters and I loved catching up with her and the rest of the family.
My Grandma is working on making it into the Guinness Book of World records for owning the most pairs of sunglasses. She now has a fan page on facebook. Search "Aunty Betty Webster" on facebook and you can join it.
Hawaii Highlights
Fall in New England
My husband Dr. Brad Hagemo and I recently took a trip to New England visiting New Hampshire and Boston. We marveled at the fall colors.
My Daughter Kelsey's Photo Shoot with
Photographer Amber Procaccini
I've been photographed by Twin Cities photographer Amber Procaccini and have fallen in love with her work.
When it came time for my daughter Kelsey's Senior Photos we jumped at the chance to work with Amber again.
Excelsior Apple Days
This years Excelsior Apple Days event and parade was once again the place to be. The town was hoping with excitement and overflowing with goodies. Thank you so much Mrs. Minneapolis International Molly Nicholson for leading the parade, and to Chad Babcock for his work in organizing the parade once again.
Meet Mayor Nick Ruehl Party
My husband Brad and I hosted a "Meet the Mayor" gathering to support Excelsior Mayor Nick Ruehl during his re-election campaign. For four years I've had the pleasure of volunteering along side Mayor Ruehl on a variety of projects and events in Excelsior. There is no doubt in my mind that he is still the right choice for Excelsior.
Mardi Gras in Excelsior
It was Mardi Gras was the theme for Excelsior's recent Girl's Night Out. Downtown Excelsior was filled with people getting out for the last Girl's Night Out of the season. We had a blast watching the stilt walkers and enjoying the store specials.
How to Walk in Heels Event
During a recent Excelsior Girl's Night Out, Mrs. Minnesota United States Wendi Russo came to Avanti Shoe Botique. Wendi did a little workshop on the art of walking in heels for participants at Avanti.
I attended and can't wait to try out her tips. Thanks Wendi for your help.
Photo by: Christopher Dillmann
VIP Cocktail Hour -
Exc in the City Fashion Show
Recently I had the pleasure of hosting a VIP cocktail hour for Excelsior's Annual Fashion Show. This year the show benefited Ready for Success, a non-profit group that provides women in need with professional clothes, for job interviews and office jobs.
I'm pictured with Ali Kaplan of MyTalk 107.1 Shop Girls and a representative from Ready for Success. The fashion show was sold out and the largest yet in Excelsior. Many thanks to the Excelsior Girl's Night Out Committee for putting on a successful event and once again giving back to the community.
Pirate Night in Excelsior
During the month of June Excelsior Girl's Night Out was collecting art supplies for Free Arts Minnesota. Pirate Night was one of the theme nights for Girl's Night Out in June.
We had our very own "Jack Sparrow" who is seen here helping two maidens with their footwear needs at Excelsior shoe boutique Avanti.
Pictured: "Jack Sparrow", my daughter Kelsey and her friend Keeley
Sharing My Story on WCCO Radio
Shortly before my GED graduation I was contacted by WCCO radioto share my story. I was a guest on the John Hines Show and also on Michele Tafoya's Show. Here is a link to my interview with Michele. WCCO Radio Michele Tafoya.
Excelsior Girl's Night Out Starts Again
During the month of June please donate any new children's art supply. Donations can be dropped at any participating Girl's Night Out business in Excelsior, and will be donated at the end of the month to Free Arts Minnesota.
Pictured: Susie Overvold, Natalie Hagemo, Ellie Vadnais, Connie Frederick
Graduating 20 Years Later
I've been writing in my "Outside the Box" column about going back to school to get my GED. I recently graduated and did just that.
I'd like to thank the staff at Adult Options in Education, and my friends and family for cheering me on along the way.
The Art of Sushi
Recently I hosted a "How to Make Sushi" party with Chef Nick Schneider. We learned the basics, had a blast and I wrote about it in my May "Outside the Box" column.
Chef Nick is available to catering parties or private lessons. He can be emailed at ns.schneider@mac.com
Mrs. Minnesota International 2010
In March I attended the Mrs. Minnesota International pageant.
Pageant weekend was a blast! It is always great to visit with friends old and new.
Minneapolis St. Paul Magazine
Best of the Best Party
This carnival themed event allowed us to sample the "Best of the Best" in Twin Cities restaurants according to Minneapolis St. Paul Magazine. It had everything from flame throwers to people on stilts, a great night.
The Ultimate Pajama Party
The Ultimate Pajama Party was fun for all who attended. It benefited the Minneapolis Jr. League and was attended by women from all over the Twin Cities and beyond.
Pictured: Brian Woolsey, and Natalie Hagemo
Awakening Art Show
and Silent Auction
The Awakening Art Show and Silent Auction was held in Excelsior at the Bird House Inn and Gardens to benefit Free Arts Minnesota. It featured popular Minnesota artist Ashley Dull and celebrated Seattle artist Mark Nickels.
Pictured: Natalie Hagemo, Mark Nickels, Ashley Dull, Excelsior Mayor Nick Ruehl, Debbie Hart
80's Diva Night in Excelsior
Mrs. Excelsior Susie Overvold, Mrs. Minnesota America Heather Hall and Natalie Hagemo enjoying Excelsior's 80's Diva Night.
Pictured: Susie Overvold, Heather Hall, Natalie Hagemo
Attending the Mrs. Minnesota
America Pageant
My sister Lana and I had a great time cheering on our friends at the Mrs. Minnesota America Pageant in St Paul. Congratulations to Heather Hall who took home the crown.
Pictured: Lana Schneider, Natalie Hagemo
Princess Night in Excelsior
Princess Night was the launch of this summer's Excelsior Girl's Night Out season. Over 500 women came out, wore tiaras, shopped, laughed and had a good time.
Pictured:Natalie Hagemo, Tana Frederick
Botox Baby
I was thrilled after getting Botox for the first time. I wrote about it in my June "Outside the Box" column. I'm thrilled, thrilled, thrilled with the results. Thanks so much to the staff at Ridgeview Season's Medical Spa in Excelsior.
Pictured: David from Season's Medical Spa, Natalie Hagemo, Kathleen from Season's Medical Spa.
Mrs. Excelsior's Crowning
Having fun with photographer Mark Trockman after Mrs. Excelsior Susie Overvold's crowning.
Pictured: Susie Overvold, Natalie Hagemo, Mrs. Minnesota 2009 Tami Krause, Mark Trockman
Photo by Mark Trockman
Passing the Crown to the New Mrs. Excelsior Susie Overvold
It's official we have a new Mrs. Excelsior and it is Susie Overvold I had the pleasure of passing the crown to her as the former Mrs. Excelsior.
Read the article in the Lakeshore Weekly about it "Here she is... Mrs. Excelsior"
Mrs. Excelsior Crowning with Mrs. Minnesota Tami Krause and
Mayor Nick Ruehl
Joining us at the crowning of our new Mrs. Excelsior was Mrs. Minnesota International Tami Krause and the hippest Mayor in the Twin Cities Excelsior Mayor Nick Ruehl.
Pictured: Susie Overvold, Natalie Hagemo, Tami Krause, Nick Ruehl
Back in Hawaii with my Sisters
My sisters and I returned home to Hawaii for our Grandma's 80th birthday.
Pictured: Nahelani Webster, Natalie Hagemo, Lana Schneider
Excelsior Girl's Night Out
Featured in Lake Minnetonka Magazine
As a proud member of the Excelsior Girl's Night Out Committee I did an interview with Lake Minnetonka magazine about our popular Girl's Night Out events. Myself and 4 other committee members did a photo shoot on this day for the magazine article coming out in June.
Pictured: Lorraine from Sashabana Salon, Ellie Vadnais from Cherie Consignment, Natalie Hagemo, Cynthia Rae from Cynthia Rae Dress Code and Connie Frederick from Ooh La La
Minnesota Vikings "Pigskin for Fashion" Fashion Show
Recently I modeled for Ooh La La in the "Pigskin for Fashion" Fashion Show and Brunch put on by the wives of the Minnesota Vikings and Minnesota Gopher's coaches wives, at the Lafayette Country Club. The event raised money for Hennepin County Newborns in Need and the Minnesota chapter of the National MS society.
Pictured: The new Mrs. Excelsior Susie Overvold and Natalie Hagemo backstage after rehearsal.
Easter Brunch at Hazellwood
We had a delicious Easter Brunch at Hazellwood off of County Rd 19. I recently found out they are also open for breakfast, usually my husband Brad and I go there for dinner. We can't wait to try their breakfast.
Pictured: Jared, Brad and Natalie Hagemo. Photo by our daughter Kelsey
Amber Procaccini Bedroom Session
Photo Shoot
Recently I wrote my "Outside the Box" column about "Discovering the Diva in You" and doing a bedroom session photo shoot with Twin Cities photographer Amber Procaccini and make-up artist Julie Swenson. The column is on "my columns" page and was published in the Lakeshore Weekly.
The experience was a blast!
Pictured: Natalie Hagemo, by Photographer Amber Procaccini
Rockin Santa Fashion Show
Excelsior's Rockin Santa Fashion Show took the Twin Cities by storm the other night. Mrs. Minnesota America Wendi Russo did an amazing job modeling for The House of Amore and Fede! Many Excelsior retailers participated such as, Ooh La La, Cynthia Rae Dress Code, Cherie, and the soon to open bridal store Grace. Dolce Stuidos were on the scene taking photographs and adding to the festivities
It was a fun evening and another great opportunity to collect food for our local ICA Food Shelf.
Pictured: Natalie Hagemo and Wendi Russo
Ashley Dull "Giving Thanks" Art Show
I had the pleasure of working with local artist Ashley Dull on her recent art show "Giving Thanks" at Wilcock Gallery in Excelsior. A portion of all art sales are being donated to Kinship, a non-profit organization that pairs kids 5-15 years old with positive adult mentors.
Pictured here are gallery owner Keith Wilcock, Wendi Russo Mrs. Minnesota America who was representing Kinship, artist Ashley Dull and of course me, Natalie Hagemo.
Walk and Pose Boot Camp Benefits the
ICA Food Shelf
The recent Walk and Pose Boot Camp at Champion Ballroom in Chanhassen, Minnesota was sponsored by the Rockin Santa Fashion Show. Rebecca Epley of America's Next Top Model (pictured on the left) along with Wendi Russo Mrs. Minnesota America (not pictured) ran the fun boot camp, teaching participants the basics of how to pose for those holiday photos and how to walk the the confidence of a runway model, even if just wearing tennis shoes. Molly Nicholson Mrs. Minneapolis (pictured on the right) also participated.
Participants brought non-perishable food items for the ICA Food Shelf.
Pictured: Rebecca Epley,Natalie Hagemo,Molly Nicholson
Painting by Mark Nickels
I had fun posing with a painting of me that Seattle artist, and friend of mine Mark Nickels is working on.
Pictured:Natalie Hagemo
Cowgirl Night in Excelsior
Recently it was Cowgirl Night in Excelsior, sponsored by the Excelsior Downtown Business Group. We had a mechanical bull in town and line dancing!
I had a blast on the mechanical bull! Pictured below is our very own Mayor Nick Ruehl, Debbie Slusar (House of Amore and Fede), Ellie (Cheri), City Councilwoman Jennifer Caron, Kim Parameter (House of Amore and Fede) and local massage therapist Myra Wang.
The Sick Bug by Susie Bazil
Launch party
I was happy to go out to The Bookcase in Wayzata to support local children's author Susie Bazil. Susie's first book "The Sick Bug" is a funny and adorable story about how a young child tries to understand just what a sick bug is. The book is beautifully illustrated by Shawn McCann (also in the photo).
Pictured: Shawn McCann,Susis Bazil,Natalie Hagemo
Volunteering at The Pace Race
with Mrs. Ham Lake Tamara Jett
I had the opportunity to volunteer at this years Pace Race with my friend and Mrs. Ham Lake Tamara Jett. The Pace Race raises awareness and donations for Prostate Cancer research and eduation. Raising awareness about this particular type of cancer is Tamara's platform as Mrs. Ham Lake.
Pictured:Natalie Hagemo, Tamara Jett
Excelsior's Apple Days Parade
Chad Babcock is a State Farm Insurance agent in Excelsior who has volunteered his time as the parade co-ordinator. He did a great job his first year out. It was fun riding in the parade in a 1912 Ford with its owner Lowell Frost, who did a good job of not running anyone over, though we had a few close calls.
Pictured also is Bob Edmondson who was running for Shorewood City Council. Bob tried to get me to wear one of his campaign stickers on my back, but sorry Bob, I had to refuse. I also have it on good authority that Bob is quite the singer.
The last photo includes myself and my favorite Mayor Excelsior's own Nick Ruehl, along with State Farm's bear.
Getting ready to face my fear of heights!
Ben Leibert is a fabulous pilot out of Seattle. My friends and I flew with him on a tour of Seattle that was amazing. Aside from the fact that I was naseaus and freaked out the whole time, it was exciting! My friends got me through it and I had every confidence in Ben as a pilot.
If you are in Seattle and want to do the same contact Ben at benleibert@yahoo.com. I'm sure you won't be naseaus or freaked out, that was just my own added insanity.
Ready to fly!
Here we all are ready to go. From the left Ken Bromberger, Tammy Arnold, Mark Nickels, me and Linda Smith.
A Bird's Eye View
I could not believe that I went through with this. My friends know how heights freak me out. As a birthday present to myself I decided to face that fear.
Afternoon Tea at the Fairmont Hotel
Afternoon Tea at the Fairmont Hotel in Seattle was divine. We enjoyed our doll size food and fancy tea. I applaud both Ken and Mark for coming to tea!
Excelsior Girl's Night Out - Casino Royale Night
It was so much fun volunteering at Excelsior's Casino Royale Night as a blackjack dealer. Women from all over had a blast shopping, enjoying the games that were going on and just spending time with friends.
Excelsior Girl's Night Out -
Salsa Night
My good friends Connie and Tana Frederick had a blast during Excelsior Girl's Night Out Salsa Night event. We started out at Connie's store Ooh La La sampling some amazing salsa and moved onto salsa dancing!
Fox 9 News was out covering the event. Here is the LINK to see the segment.
Trying to "Get my salsa on"
Many thanks to Champion Ballroom instructors for coming out to teach salsa dancing during our salsa night in Excelsior.
They did a great job and we all had a blast!
Excelsior Girl's Night Out
Meeting Cynthia Rae
My God Daughters Michi and Sachi were visiting from Seattle and had the chance to attend one of Excelsior's famous Girl's Night Out events.
The girls are pictured here with the ever fun Cynthia Rae Magnuson of Cynthia Rae Dress Code. Sachi is wearing a dress she just got from Cynthia's store.
Photo shoot with Lorri Downs of
Remember Me Photography
Lorri Downs of Remember Me Photography is a true artist! Lorri and I did a photo shoot for my Excelsior Bay Times July column "Outside the Box with Natalie Hagemo". Her work is outstanding and I would jump at the chance to be photographed by her again.
She specializes in taking a photo and making it look like an oil painting. She loves creating family heirlooms and "showing the best in people" as she says. Visit her website at www.remembermephotography.com
Minnesota Landscape Arboretum
Tour and Taste Event
The Minnesota Lanscape Arboretum celebrated 50 years with a Tour and Taste event that benefited the Arboretum. Restaurants from around the Twin Cities sampled their very delectable dishes.
Throughout the gardens were not only food and wine samplings but nymphs scattered throughout. These models did an amazing job remaining still and blending in.
"Disco Night" in Excelsior
During the summer months every Thursday 5-9:00pm is Girl's Night Out in Excelsior. Recently is was "Disco Night" where we dressed up and enjoyed shopping and dancing to 70's disco music.
Here I am with Connie Frederick of Ooh La La and Gifted Baskets on Water Street. Connie Frederick carries hip handbags and the best salsa in town. Also pictured is my first trainer Deb Gisselquist who was recently voted as the number 1 personal trainer in Lake Minnetonka!
Disco Night with Cynthia Rae
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Natalie Hagemo at Mrs. Minnesota America
Here I am with Jennifer Olson Mrs. Ramsey County, Tamara Jett Mrs. Ham Lake and Molly Nicholson Mrs. Minneapolis. We were all attending the Mrs. Minnesota America pageant.
Wendi Russo is the new Mrs. Minnesota America!!
Doing the Hula for Mrs. Ham Lake
My very good friend Tamara Jett, Mrs. Ham Lake volunteers in her son's class and needed some Hawaiian entertainment for a class party.
I gladly threw on my hula gear and did some hula dancing with the class. Here I am with the kids.
Fundraising Golf Tournament
If you know me you know I am not a golfer, but for a good cause I hit the golf course with my sister in law Terri. My sister in law Terri Mestrich and I had more fun riding around in the golf cart than I think we did golfing. I may very well end up writing about the event in my "Outside the Box" column, as it was quite outside the box for me.
We left the serious golfing to my husband Brad and her husband Dick Mestrich, who tolerated our antics on the golf course. Dick headed up the event that benefited the Andover Huskies football team.
House of Amore and Fede
Fashion Show
I had a blast modeling clothes from The House of Amore and Fede during a fashion show at Biella. This jeans outfit is complete with a hat and dog purse from Fuzzy Nation.
This and all outfits from the show are available at The House of Amore and Fede at 226 Water Street in Excelsior. Call 952-401-3392 with any questions
The House of Amore and Fede Fashion Show
My daughter Kelsey and I had fun with our outfits during the show. Here we are during an outfit change, complete with our tags still attached. The House of Amore and Fede is on Water Street in Excelsior.
29,000 Steps at the Mall of America
I was able to participate in the 3rd Annual 29,000 Steps walk at the Mall of America. The walk benefits World Vision, which works to build fresh water wells in villages in parts of Africa.
The walk is put on by the House of Amore and Fede each year.
Pictured with me are fellow walkers Cheryl and Eriko.
Karaoke in Seattle with my good friends
Pictured here are Patrick Haight the Manager of Tini Bigs Martini Bar and Hula Hula's in Seattle where we did karaoke, and my good friends Mark Nickels and Linda Smith. Good friend and photographer Tammy Arnold is taking the photo.
Hula Hula's was a blast, the staff were very friendly.
Mrs. Minnesota Internatinal 2008 Contestants
Here we are during our pageant in March of 2008 with our 2007 Queen Donnell Rank. I'm standing off to the far right in the red right between Mrs. Ham Lake Tamara Jett and Mrs. Minneapolis Molly Nicholson
