More than just a Crown

Some of you may have wondered why I would step out of my normal routine to be Mrs. Mississippi International.  Why be in a pageant?  Why go around with that crown on your head and wearing a sash?

The Mrs. International Pageant is remarkable because it highlights the accomplishments of married women.  As married women, and especially moms, we can get so buy taking care of everything else, and everyone else that little time is left to devote to ourselves.  The Mrs. International pageant brings together a wonderful mix of women from around the world as they share what is near and dear to their hearts.  Although many of us may have several areas of interest, we choose what we most feel important in reaching others.

Being Mrs. Mississippi International has opened up opportunities to share my platform with families and organizations that I would not have found as a 4-H Agent. Another thing that is so appealing about the pageant is that the interview counts for fifty percent, while physical fitness and evening gown each count 25%.  I love that physical fitness is included, as it is a constant reminder to me that it is okay to carve out exercise time for myself.  And I must say that the evening gown competition is very special since I will be escorted by my handsome husband!

I hope you see how special this pageant system is, and know that it is more than just a crown or a title.  It is a crown of compassion, caring, and sharing.  For that reason, I feel blessed to be a part of it.

Wishing you safety and smiles,
Traci

My platform featured on MSU website

When I was interviewed, I didn't realize it would be featured on the MSU website Maroon MEMO!  Needless to say, I am thrilled that my platform of ATV Safety is featured.  We can never get the word out too much that SAFETY is key for preventing all types of  injuries.  I am thankful to be able to promote this in preventing accidents and brain injuries.

Thank you all for your support and encouragement!  You are helping spread the word, and for that I am appreciative.

Traci

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Traci Mongeon, Mrs. Mississippi and Choctaw County 4-H agent, will compete in the Mrs. International pageant in July. She promotes 4-H and ATV safety as her platform. PHOTO: Kat Lawrence | MSU Ag Communications

Mongeon promoting 4-H, ATV safety in pageant
4-H agent Traci Mongeon of Ackerman recently earned the title of Mrs. Mississippi International and will travel to Chicago in July to compete for the title of Mrs. International 2012. Juli Hughes, MSU Extension Service director in Choctaw County, said 4-H will benefit from Mongeon's promotion of the program.