To be able to represent the province of Albay in a prestigious pageant like Miss Siaton Fiesta Queen in Negros Oriental and make it to the Top 11 out of 35 hopefuls meant a lot. It was a one-of-a-kind experience and I will keep coming back to it through core memories 💫 When I first went to Siaton, I felt at home. I felt a deep connection to the place because it’s very similar to my hometown Libon, Albay. It will always hold a special place in my heart. I fell in love with its breathtaking beauty, the goodness of its townspeople, and the experience of a lifetime. I will always be loud and proud to share its beauty with the world. I'm grateful to have had the opportunity to spend time with individuals from all backgrounds, as it has expanded my worldview and allowed me to better understand different cultures. I'm fortunate that each new connection I make brings me closer to understanding who I am and developing into a more compassionate individual. Allow me to thank the important people on this journey. To the Almighty God, thank you for allowing me to grow and guiding me all throughout. To my family, thank you for the unending love and support for everything I do. To my brother Alan, thank you for squeezing in some time to shoot and edit the video requirements despite your busy schedule. To Aldrin and Al, thank you for never getting tired of helping me out with my talent. To Kuya Francis, thank you for believing in me, allowing me to get out of my comfort zone, and making sure I always look good. To Kuya Mar, thank you for the meaningful conversations and lessons. To Kuya Benny and Sheena, thank you for rendering your service. To Mayor Fritz, Ma’am Inday, Sir Jundi, Ms. Makee, Direk Jayr and the rest of the organizers, thank you very much for this opportunity and for treating us like family. We truly appreciate everything. I want to say thank you. Thank you to my family and friends who have supported me, the Siatanons who have welcomed me with open arms, and everyone who has followed my journey. I am grateful for this experience and all that I have learned. I can't wait to see what the future holds 🙏🏻 Photos by Zasth Meryll Jo