Relax, Relate, Release...then call your Director

I will tell you, I really needed a pageant break after all the foolishness with the "faux" botox mom, titleholders being dethroned and participating in activities to wish my friends well as they ventured off to compete in the Miss USA pageant.   Now that I've had a moment to relax, relate and release..... I can fully concentrate!

It's been a interesting past few weeks, I continue to encounter pageant title holders and directors who cause me anxiety as well as show me a glimmer of hope in this wonderful industry.....  I spent some time with a director friend of mine this past weekend doing a site visit at the property for her upcoming multi-state pageant.  On the same trip, I watched as another director of two state systems spent time and energy searching through mounds of trinkets, necessities and special items to put together gift bags and raffle items to celebrate/support her titleholders as they prepare for their national pageants.

Siouxzan Moore, Director - Mrs. Maryland, Virginia & Delaware United States pageants, with former titleholders.

 

It's quite possible that directors are as much, if not more invested in your reign and your success.  Think about it, when you've waved your last wave, signed your last autograph and sung your last song as Miss Turkey Leg International, your director is gearing up to do it all again for another beauty.  S/he's committed to making sure you have the best experience possible and of course - take home the coveted crown.   First hand experience is the best PR possible right?

When it's all said and done, your director could be your biggest support and best encouragement.  While your friends and family will tell you what you want to hear, your director will tell you what you NEED to hear.  Plus, who doesn't like appreciation gifts!

So the next time it gets a little tough, relax, relate, release and call your director!