While some 12-year-olds are texting back and forth to find out what their friends will be wearing to the movies, Mary Lee is planning her working wardrobe for Madison Square Garden.
On Feb. 13-14, the new Columbus resident will be one the youngest dog handlers on the famous green-carpet of the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show in New York City.
Most pre-teens would be overwhelmed at the prospect, but Mary hopes to take it in stride. It will be her third time to compete in America's second-long
Jan Swoope is the Lifestyles Editor for The Commercial Dispatch.
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