Exactly one year ago today, I was crowned as your Miss World Philippines 2021 🇵🇭 Can’t help but reminisce all the things that have transpired in my life so far, all the struggles from the moment I was born as a miracle baby, losing my mom at a young age having nothing and noone at some point in my life, all the failures, heartbreaks, doubts, frustrations, all the bad things said and done to me as well as the good, all the people I lost, but also all the small wins and achievements, the opportunities, people, friendships, relationships I gained, all the lessons, all the triumphs and breakthroughs, all the circumstances that made me braver, smarter, and stronger up to this day, I am truly grateful for everything. I know in my heart that I am always led to where I’m supposed to be. I am guided by God and my beautiful guardian angel, my Mom, and the heart that does not give up, that has been shaped by experiences all these years. One takeaway from all these is that we should always remain kind, brave, and hopeful no matter what. Whatever life throws at you, find a way to see it through. Work harder, build a brighter future, do better, be healthier, love more, learn more, and only allow good in all aspects of your life —- good people, good environment, good circumstances, and good thoughts. To all the dreamers out there, keep going. Have a solid foundation of your education, of your values, of your core people, and keep trying even if things get rough! One day, you will also look back and smile because of how far you’ve come. To every single one who has helped me all throughout my life, i may not be able to tag all of you but you guys know who you are! Please know that I am forever grateful to all of you! Now, I am looking forward to all the great things ahead of us and all the good memories we will make! Salamat jud kaayu ninyu tanan 🤍