Good Times

Last night marked the end of 2008 Phoenix Runway. Jody had been the face of this charitable event over the past 5 months or so. The event was a series of runway shows showcasing local and some national designers, boutiques and even some novelty dog fashions. (Jody didn't model the dog fashions.) Jody was in both nights shows modeling dresses from Randall Design, a local designer that created the dreses worn in "Dancing With the Stars."

On the first night Jody walked the runway durring the "Celebrity" portion of the runway show. Before she came out they introduced a number of local celebrities, like radio show hosts, Tim Perry from Channel 3 News, some local singers, etc. Each one was introduced with what they do they makes them a celebrity. I was curious to hear what they were going to say about Jody. When it was her turn they introduced her, "And 'Model,' Jody Shumway, representing Randall Design." It was simple, but the impression was set that she was a celebrity model. I failed to point out that the first part of the runway show featured young children, most of whom stayed to watch the remainder of the runway show. When the entire show was over for the night and everyone was getting ready to leave, Jody was mobbed by most of these yound kids to get her autograph. It was so cute to see these young 8-13 year old girls asking for Jody's autograph. They saw in her what each of them wanted to become. True to form, Jody was sweet and gladly signed an autograph for anyone that was asking.

Day two was more of a traditional runway show featuring fashion designers and their works. These fashions ranged from Urban Chic to period piece costumes. Some were absolutely stunning while others were...less than stunning. The same could be said about the models. Jody again modeled dresses for Randall Designs. The first dress she wore was a bubble gum pink waltzing gown with the bottom hemmed with "boa" feathers. They were flying all over the place durring her walk. I have to admit I was not a fan of that dress. However, her second dress was a white and black number that really showed off Jody's figure and had some unique feather treatments along the collar. Jody did a great job working the runway and it was clear she was having fun.

Although Jody is still an unsigned model, she had a LOT of fun being part of this event. It has opened some opportunities for her to do more local modeling. She's been asked to model one designers clothes on Channel 3's morning show in the upcoming weeks as well as his upcoming print add. Who know's where it will lead...as long as Jody is having fun we don't care.

Being with Jody in this fashion environment was another good spur to keep on the path to physical fitness. Who wants to be the fat guy with the sexy model? Not me.