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WHY I WISH TO BE MISS CANADA INTERNATIONAL 2004
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KATIE MCCLURE, MISS GEORGINA 2004 |
Growing up in Keswick, Ontario, there were a lot of dreams that I never imagined would be realized. As a child of a small town it was difficult to envision being a Katherine or Audrey Hepburn, or a Grace Kelly. These women who sparkled in movies and who fought in life seemed too far away to be real, but I aspired to touch the world as they had touched me. I stand here pondering why it is that I desire this title with such fervour, and I have become conscious to the fact that this is what I have always wanted to be. I wish to be Miss Canada International 2004, because I want to be remembered, not as a pretty face, or as a kind soul, but I want to be recognized for being both, and to teach others to dream beyond borders. Beauty pageants are a perplexing beast. Not because of the nature of the competition, but because of the process of assessment. In a short period of time judges have the unfortunate duty of being bombarded with women that are not only beautiful, but also intelligent, talented, and genuinely concerned about their community. To be Miss Canada International would mean that you stood out as a worthy candidate to represent, and therefore act as a role model, to millions of people who look to you as a symbol of internal and external beauty. No other accolade could be as great and no other title could ever compare. As the MCI Titleholder I would have a venue and capacity to speak to people in a voice that could be heard. I would have arms that could stretch to those in need, regardless of where they lived, and I would have eyes that would recognize where I could provide a soft word or simply an open ear. Everyday I look at my community and say "If I could only do more", but then I ask myself "What's stopping me?" And everyday the answer remains, "I can't be everywhere at once, and some places are just too far away." This campaign has become tiresome, and I no longer want to debate my contribution to society. I want to look at myself in the mirror and sparkle with the knowledge that I have the gateway to do that little bit more. The honour and responsibility of the Miss Canada International Title is that which should not easily be given. Through my understanding and respect for this process I would never want to be attributed with this title unless I believed that I was truly worthy of its reputation. Through my work with charitable organizations, my endless effort to strive for greatness, and my positive outlook on life, I believe that I would wear the crown with grace, honesty, dignity, and a dedication to uphold its values and name. I wish to be the Miss Canada International 2004, because I believe that I would do the title justice. |
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