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] Date Posted: 10:34:49 08/04/10 Wed   I may be opening up a can of worms, but it appears these boards have a lot of “chair judges,” former queens, and delegates commenting. I know there’s a stigma hovering over my head since I’m from North Dakota, but I’m going to give it my best shot and thought I’d ask for advice from you “unofficial experts.” I am new to the pageant scene and am wondering what is the best piece of advice you could give someone competing in their first pageant? Thanks for your time! ~Tera [ Next Thread | Previous Thread | Next Message | Previous Message ] |
| [> Subject: Hire a professional hair and makeup person. You have good bone structure, get someone good to bring that out. | |
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Author:  Irving[ Edit | View ] |
Date Posted: 11:16:09 08/04/10 Wed > >href="http://s739.photobucket.com/albums/xx36/tera_mill >er/?action=view¤t=IMG_8524-1.jpg" >target="_blank"> >r/IMG_8524-1.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"> > > >href="http://s739.photobucket.com/albums/xx36/tera_mill >er/?action=view¤t=IMG_8510-1.jpg" >target="_blank"> >r/IMG_8510-1.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"> > >I may be opening up a can of worms, but it appears >these boards have a lot of “chair judges,” former >queens, and delegates commenting. I know there’s a >stigma hovering over my head since I’m from North >Dakota, but I’m going to give it my best shot and >thought I’d ask for advice from you “unofficial >experts.” I am new to the pageant scene and am >wondering what is the best piece of advice you could >give someone competing in their first pageant? Thanks >for your time! ~Tera [ Post a Reply to This Message ] |
| [> Subject: Why do you think there is a stimga over your head? | |
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Author: pageant gal [ Edit | View ] |
Date Posted: 12:13:50 08/04/10 Wed [ Post a Reply to This Message ] |
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Author: Mrs. ND [ Edit | View ] |
Date Posted: 12:45:22 08/04/10 Wed Maybe “stigma” is too strong a word. It was what came to mind after reading some of the comments. There was some mention of ND not doing well because they never do well, I am expected to get last, etc. I apologize if “stigma” offended you or anyone else. It just appears that some states are “pegged” to have stronger delegates than others for obvious reasons (larger population, women/girls more active in pageants, etc.). North Dakota’s a great state and I am proud to represent them at Mrs. America. My director is doing a great job preparing me for Mrs. America. I just thought this board would be a good place to get even more advice. Knowledge is power:) [ Post a Reply to This Message ] |
| [> Subject: Maybe “stigma” is too strong a word. It was what came to mind after reading some of the comments. There was some mention of ND not doing well because they never do well, I am expected to get last, etc. I apologize if “stigma” offended you or anyone else. It just appears that some states are “pegged” to have stronger delegates than others for obvious reasons (larger population, women/girls more active in pageants, etc.). North Dakota’s a great state and I am proud to represent them at Mrs. America. My director is doing a great job preparing me for Mrs. America. I just thought this board would be a good place to get even more advice. Knowledge is power:) | |
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Author: Mrs. ND [ Edit | View ] |
Date Posted: 13:21:36 08/04/10 Wed [ Post a Reply to This Message ] |
| [> Subject: I have been a fan of yours since you won. I think you are just lovely. I agree with the comment about having a rock star hair and makeup artist. That, and a good gown that's not to harsh of a color...I'm hoping you'll bring a gold, or ivory colored gown with your hair and skin tone. Just be confident and FORGET what these negative Nancys say on here. If you need advice, turn to a good pageant coach whose been through the system. Holly Ernst is from Minnesota and she'd be a good coach or Michelle Kant-Strom in Nebraska. Best of luck, I think you're going to surprise a few folks!!!!! | |
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Author: Mrs. [ Edit | View ] |
Date Posted: 14:22:01 08/04/10 Wed > >href="http://s739.photobucket.com/albums/xx36/tera_mill >er/?action=view¤t=IMG_8524-1.jpg" >target="_blank"> >r/IMG_8524-1.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"> > > >href="http://s739.photobucket.com/albums/xx36/tera_mill >er/?action=view¤t=IMG_8510-1.jpg" >target="_blank"> >r/IMG_8510-1.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"> > >I may be opening up a can of worms, but it appears >these boards have a lot of “chair judges,” former >queens, and delegates commenting. I know there’s a >stigma hovering over my head since I’m from North >Dakota, but I’m going to give it my best shot and >thought I’d ask for advice from you “unofficial >experts.” I am new to the pageant scene and am >wondering what is the best piece of advice you could >give someone competing in their first pageant? Thanks >for your time! ~Tera [ Post a Reply to This Message ] |
| [> Subject: You might contact Tamara Mathews. www.letmemakeyoubeautiful.com She is a real sweety and an outstanding makeup artist. Not sure if she is full or not? | |
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Author: Fan[ Edit | View ] |
Date Posted: 15:17:42 08/04/10 Wed > >href="http://s739.photobucket.com/albums/xx36/tera_mill >er/?action=view¤t=IMG_8524-1.jpg" >target="_blank"> >r/IMG_8524-1.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"> > > >href="http://s739.photobucket.com/albums/xx36/tera_mill >er/?action=view¤t=IMG_8510-1.jpg" >target="_blank"> >r/IMG_8510-1.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"> > >I may be opening up a can of worms, but it appears >these boards have a lot of “chair judges,” former >queens, and delegates commenting. I know there’s a >stigma hovering over my head since I’m from North >Dakota, but I’m going to give it my best shot and >thought I’d ask for advice from you “unofficial >experts.” I am new to the pageant scene and am >wondering what is the best piece of advice you could >give someone competing in their first pageant? Thanks >for your time! ~Tera [ Post a Reply to This Message ] |
| [> Subject: Thanks for asking. My answer is: hire a pageant coach for bio, wardrobe and on-stage answer/presence. Secondly, during interview BE YOURSELF! Don't answer questions the way you THINK the judges want...answer from your HEART! Let them see who you really are. and have a lot of bling for evening wear. Lastly, SMILE, SMILE, SMILE, SMILE, SMILE AND SMILE!!!! | |
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Author: good luck [ Edit | View ] |
Date Posted: 18:38:09 08/04/10 Wed > >href="http://s739.photobucket.com/albums/xx36/tera_mill >er/?action=view¤t=IMG_8524-1.jpg" >target="_blank"> >r/IMG_8524-1.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"> > > >href="http://s739.photobucket.com/albums/xx36/tera_mill >er/?action=view¤t=IMG_8510-1.jpg" >target="_blank"> >r/IMG_8510-1.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"> > >I may be opening up a can of worms, but it appears >these boards have a lot of “chair judges,” former >queens, and delegates commenting. I know there’s a >stigma hovering over my head since I’m from North >Dakota, but I’m going to give it my best shot and >thought I’d ask for advice from you “unofficial >experts.” I am new to the pageant scene and am >wondering what is the best piece of advice you could >give someone competing in their first pageant? Thanks >for your time! ~Tera [ Post a Reply to This Message ] |
| [> Subject: Thanks to all who took the time to respond! | |
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Author: ND [ Edit | View ] |
Date Posted: 05:44:33 08/05/10 Thu [ Post a Reply to This Message ] |
| [> [> Subject: I think the 1st thing you need to do is not to take TOO MUCH advice. Don't forget, you won so you definately aren't a lost cause by any means. You clearly are very pretty. I would hire someone for hair and makeup and maybe get some extensions. I trust your paperwork is complete by now so just focus on being you. Work out and mentally prepare. Mrs America is not known as a platform pageant so although you need a good interview, the most important thing is the 1st impression. Stand up and stand out and get the question out of your head. You can be Mrs America!!!!! I would also suggest backing away from the boards. They can be toxic and everyone has their favorites. Some are hyped too much and make the infamous top 5 list and some fly under the radar. Either way, it gets too you. Have fun...YOU ARE GOING TO MRS AMERICA!!!! | |
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Author: . [ Edit | View ] |
Date Posted: 06:16:59 08/05/10 Thu [ Post a Reply to This Message ] |
| [> Subject: Hair and make-up is only a small area of importance when you already have a strong presence, I would focus on making sure you have a STRONG interview, strong stage presence, a great confidence - Truly, the rest will come when you have all that! | |
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Author: ND Fan Too [ Edit | View ] |
Date Posted: 06:40:38 08/05/10 Thu [ Post a Reply to This Message ] |
| [> Subject: I'm from one of those states that has a hard time being taken seriously at the national level too. Just keep in mind it wasn't to long ago that a beautiful woman from a tiny town in Wyoming showed up and won the entire competition! | |
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Author: Good Luck! [ Edit | View ] |
Date Posted: 17:14:06 08/05/10 Thu > >href="http://s739.photobucket.com/albums/xx36/tera_mill >er/?action=view¤t=IMG_8524-1.jpg" >target="_blank"> >r/IMG_8524-1.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"> > > >href="http://s739.photobucket.com/albums/xx36/tera_mill >er/?action=view¤t=IMG_8510-1.jpg" >target="_blank"> >r/IMG_8510-1.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"> > >I may be opening up a can of worms, but it appears >these boards have a lot of “chair judges,” former >queens, and delegates commenting. I know there’s a >stigma hovering over my head since I’m from North >Dakota, but I’m going to give it my best shot and >thought I’d ask for advice from you “unofficial >experts.” I am new to the pageant scene and am >wondering what is the best piece of advice you could >give someone competing in their first pageant? Thanks >for your time! ~Tera [ Post a Reply to This Message ] |