Kelly Dillard, WALK ON Volunteer

Hello, My name is Kelly Dillard. I am a volunteer at WALK ON. I also hold the titles of "Miss Teen Rowlett 2005" and "Miss West Texas Outstanding Teen 2006". My pageant platform is called "Be Head Smart", a lesson in helmet safety. I have spoken about this subject at the Rowlett City Hall, local clubs and many schools.

Everyone knows it is safer to wear a helmet while doing certain sporting activities. The question is… why do people choose not to? I believe it is because most people are not thinking about the possible consequences. It is a proven fact that with a helmet people are up to 85% safer.

My Goal is to make people THINK before they ride that motorcycle, gallop on that horse or ride a bike without a helmet. The decision to wear a motorcycle helmet did save my brother's life. He is alive today and back to his normal self. I share his story with as many people as possible to make them aware of some simple prevention measures. I am hoping to spark a new awareness at all age levels.

Kelly assists Evan, a young, safe rider at WALK ON

I want to change attitudes about wearing helmets:

I try to point out it is ok to do the right thing...

"Protect your head… there is important stuff in there!"

The story of my brother's accident is a lesson to be learned. I am passionate about this. Things could be very different for my family if he had made another choice that day. I have pictures of the accident and the broken motorcycle helmet to make my point.

Wishing you a safe ride!

Kelly Dillard
Miss Teen Rowlett

 

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