So, I am trying very hard to win a contest by American Family Insurance. I can win a trip to the 2013 Dream Camp with Kathy Ireland, as well as $10,000 to get my dream started.  If you're not familiar with her, here's an inspiring article about Kathy Ireland and her business acumen.

Basically my dream is to live near the ocean. I am currently in the midwest, which is lovely, but I truly love the ocean. I feel most alive and happy when I am near the ocean. I would like to live somewhere where I can walk on the beach everyday, and swim in the ocean everyday in the summer. Maybe even get a kayak and try ocean kayaking (sea kayaking?)
I understand that I have to make money to live. Especially near the ocean. My husband has always wanted to have a restaurant (he is an excellent cook!) So I got to thinking that we could combine our dreams and have a food truck or a restaurant near the ocean. It would be lovely to live somewhere not too touristy, as I love nature, however, I know we would need patrons. I do love the Outer Banks in North Carolina, but it would take some real research to find the right spot. I'm always looking for recommendations. Have you been to great town in the United States right on the ocean? Not a big city, mind you. Any input is appreciated.
So here's where you come in.
You can help me achieve my dream! If you would go to this link and vote for my dream to win, I would be forever grateful! You can vote every day up until February 17, 2013. You can vote on your smart phone, computer, or laptop. AND you can pass the link on to your friends. I know, this is basically "cyber-begging", but I'm not looking for money, really! Just a little bit of your time. You don't even need to register to vote!
And someday down the road, perhaps you'll be on vacation in a cute little beach restaurant and you'll have a fabulous meal from our restaurant. And you can feel great that you helped someone achieve their dream!
That's just good karma!

Thank you!
Here's the link in case you missed it!