In Her Own Words:

“After Harley Tilque’s crowning I was inspired to begin my journey to attaining a state title. I competed in the Miss Stanly County pageant and was crowned that night. The scholarships I earned that night led me to consider Pfeiffer University as an option to further my education, two years later I am a student in the Honors Program at Pfeiffer. I was able to become a top 11 finalist in June of that year. I felt as though I was able to get my “rookie” year under my belt and wanted to go back to Miss North Carolina’s Teen for the following year. I quickly recognized that this would be my last year of eligibility as a Teen in the program.

In January of 2023, I was crowned Miss Metrolina’s Teen. I started prepping more than ever to become Miss North Carolina’s Teen and compete in June. I took every piece of advice I was given and worked diligently to not only improve what I was presenting during the competition but also grow as a person. At the state competition I placed 3rd runner-up, received a preliminary evening gown award, as well as a wellness scholarship. Although I was saddened by the results since it was the last time I was able to compete as a Teen I was extremely proud of my performance. I did not walk away with the crown but I knew that I had walked away with so much confidence, growth, self-care techniques, and most of all a deeper sense of who I was as an individual.

The Monday after Hanley House was crowned Miss America’s Teen I received a call that I was being offered the opportunity to become Miss North Carolina’s Teen. I immediately thought of the verse, Jeremiah 29:11, “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” God knew the plan all along and He had a much greater plan than I could have ever imagined. Becoming Miss North Carolina’s Teen is a humongous blessing and I am so thankful for God’s perfect timing and everyone that has supported me along the way.”

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