it has been an awesome year for Miss Minnesota Teen

 Dear Successors, 

My advice is to start your reign by cherishing every moment you hold your crown. The time goes by way too fast. Make sure to take sooooo many photos! 

At NAM Nationals, make as many new friends as possible. I did, and they are some of the best people in the world. 

Most important: have fun and stay true to your heart, because a dream is a wish your heart makes. 

Oh, and one more thing: Miracles Happen! ;) 

Forever your 2017 Miss Minnesota Teen, 

Grace Grell