Miss and Miss Teen International 2013

Just as all of us delegates from Mrs. International were packing up and heading home, all the contestants for Miss and Miss Teen International were heading into Chicago along with their families.

It was a privilege to sit in the Presidential box with Mel and Mary Richardson, along with their family, to watch the preliminaries for the Miss and Miss Teen contestants. Each of these young women worked hard to be there; not only in terms of themselves, but also on behalf of their platforms.

One of those evenings, I was honored to be invited to dine with the Richardson’s and their core team. I don’t care to call them a team though. They ARE an integral part of the International Pageant system, but they are also family to the Richardson’s. They've known each other not just for years, but for decades. And that says a lot don't you think?

My husband (and Mr. International 2013) escorted me on finals night.

John had been in a golf tournament all week, but he was able to join me on finals night. Although the preliminaries and final night help the judges select the new Miss and Miss Teen International 2013, it was also a way to celebrate the year of hard work both Krista Wanous and Caroline Crowley.

Haley, Miss CO Int’l, me and Jesse at their coronation ball.

Congratulations to the new Miss Teen International 2013 Haley Pontius and the new Miss International 2013 Jesse Ladoue.  Both are smart, beautiful and accomplished ladies.  I had the chance to meet Jesse during my coronation ball the Saturday before and was struck by how elegant she is. Haley is a joy as I found after she was crowned.  The three of us will get a chance to know each other some more during our official photo shoot with Clay Spann!

Be the change,

Amy Gregorio 
Your Mrs. International 2013

Minnesota International Sisterhood

There is a rich tradition within the Minnesota International Pageant sisterhood of sharing the joys and sorrows in life. Earlier this year, a group of former Minnesota titleholders, along with several long time sponsors of the system, joined together to support one of their own. They threw a benefit for Donnell Rank - Mrs. Minnesota International 2007, who is putting up the fight of her life against breast cancer. I was so proud to participate as the newest member of the sisterhood.

Just a few months later, on August 12, 2012, a smiling Donnell joined a large group of us in a joyous occasion, as we celebrated the upcoming marriage of Becky Ringen – Miss Minnesota International 2006. The thread that connects each of us is the International Pageant System and our love for all that it represents.

Specifically, with Becky who works for the American Heart Association, the connection to the International Family and its dedication to community and charity involvement is a wonderful circle. Who knows, maybe a soon to be married lady will be interested in seeking a future Mrs. International crown!

With love,

Sarah Bazey
Mrs. International 2012