Dear Contestants

Dear Contestants, I feel so incredibly blessed to be a part of this phenomenal sisterhood. You will soon discover, if you haven&#…

Competition Week: Your Best "You"

As you make last minute preparations for the 2013 Miss Teen International pageants, you are probably packing tons of gorgeous gow…

Contemplating Competition

As I reflect on my own experience as I prepared for Chicago one year ago, I have to say that I arrived feeling as though I had le…

Countdown to Nationals!

Ok ladies, nationals is coming up quickly. In two weeks you will be in the beginning phases of what, for one lucky lady, will be …

Writing Your Onstage Speech

I cannot believe that the 2013 Miss Teen International pageant is only three weeks away!! Time has really flown by for me, and I …

“FAQ’s” with Miss Teen International

Since the crowning of the 2013 State, Country, and Regional Titleholders, I have received so much feedback from you all! I am so …

Feeling Beautiful

I am so excited about the upcoming Miss Teen International Pageant! The more I learn about each of you and your respective platfo…

SHINE

Having recently judged several state pageants, I had the difficult job to trying to select someone who was authentic, confident a…

Just Be Yourself

“Just Be Yourself.”  These were the words of advice that I heard as I prepared for Nationals.  This message confused me, partly b…