Envision Your Reign

When I had my first pageant mom experience, I was green to everything. Even though I had what I thought to be massive amounts of 'pageant-ing' researching under my belt, it didn't prepare me enough for some of the things I encountered once we got there. Looking back at some of those old photos, I chuckle because I would NEVER choose any of the hair, make-up and wardrobe selections we went with at that first pageant in a million years!! I will admit, my pageant daughter looked somewhat of a hot mess. But at the time, we thought she looked flawless and everything was peachy. And it was. I guess we were blissfully ignorant. Here are some real, borderline embarrassing faux pas of my first pageant mom experience that looking back, I would advise anyone against. Pageant Check-in.  This is what she wore:  A white tank--no it was a 'wife-beater', the kind that's fitted with the ribs. By itself. No jacket or anything. Washed out skinny jeans. Flip flops. Oh, and a

Crowning Moment of McKenzie Reznicek Winning a title is exciting and rewarding. It may seem as if the long journey to the crown is finally over. But in reality, this is where the road traveled of service and scholarship becomes even more of a whirlwind. Honestly, a title-holder should be doing exactly the things that led her to the crown in the first place.  Serving others. That's one of the reasons she was chosen as queen. But here is a more comprehensive list of items of what every title holder should be doing once she's crowned. 1. Community Service. Duh. This one is a no-brainer. In fact, a title holder should already have a platform of which she's developed over time that she'll continue to promote throughout her reign. Sofia donates art supplies Miss Texas promoting her project at her city's back to school event 2. Build community relationships. If you haven't done so already, visit your local businesses, charities, scho

Be in the know! Get little known tips about what every contestant needs to know about the pageant finale HERE  in this FREE video lesson. Envision your reign.

Damacia Howard of Union City, Georgia has served her way to the title of National American Miss - 2016 Miss Georgia Pre-Teen. A shining example of a true servant, she's a passionate dreamer, leader and achiever in every way. Damacia's platform "Books for Africa" has drawn attention of her community, state, and nation. So far, she's collected 5000 books for students in Africa. Her dedication and service to the organization has earned her the coveted Prudential Spirit of Community Award for outstanding community service. Her hours of service does not stop at this organization. She's also an active volunteer with the Girl Scouts, the Wailing Wives Intercessory Prayer Ministry, and Tau Alpha Delta Christian Sorority, just to name a few. In recognition of her dedication to service and her community, she's received President Obama's Volunteer Service Award, the Outstanding Georgia Citizen Award, and was also honored with a proclamati