Jayla visits the Capitol!

Missouri State Capitol

Today was a very exciting day.  Jayla got to visit the capitol in Jefferson City at the invitation of Representative Jeanie Riddle.  A member of her staff gave us a VIP tour of the chambers.

Jayla on the Speaker of the House platform

  

Jayla got to sit in Rep. Riddle's chair and also went up on the dios where the speaker of the house presides.  She also tried out the Seargent in Arms' seat but said it didn't suit her!  We also got to visit the Thomas Hart Benton lounge where Jayla checked out the view. 

Jason, Michelle and Jayla with Speaker of the House, Steven Tilley, and Representative Jeannie Riddle

The resolution in Jayla's honor

 Once session was called, we were invited back to the floor where Rep. Riddle introduced a resolution to honor Jayla's selection as Missouri's champion child and her daily commitment to maintaining her health.  Jayla smiled and waved as everyone gave her a standing ovation.  We then had our picture taken with Rep. Riddle and the Speaker of House and were presented with a formal framed copy of the resolution. 

Jayla and Jason at the Capitol

Jayla at the Capitol

Jayla probably doesn't fully understand what a special honor today was, but Jason and I are so proud of her!