Once again, I started to miss plus modeling and thought this contest would be a great way to get my feet back in the door.
Although I did not win, I learned some really great lessons along the way.
I’m always on assignment.
I know I can’t just be regular and blend in. I was made to be different! Days before the contest, I racked my brain on what I could say to leave a mark on every person present in the store that day. For me, the moment was more than winning or being pretty. After praying, I felt God gave me the right words. You can watch the video below.
It’s important to stay in my own lane.
Although I have a love for all things fashion, I know God’s purpose for me is way bigger 
than modeling. Not winning was further confirmation that I should use my passion for fashion in combination with my passion for building God’s kingdom by reaching young women and girls for Christ.
I have to remain confident in who God created me to be.
I wrestled with feelings of anxiety and inadequacy while getting ready for the contest. I practiced my walk a million times ( I mean, the rusty plus model was coming out of retirement! LOL!) I touched up and retouched up my hair and makeup so many times, I was almost late leaving the house! Again, I prayed that God would help me with my look, and I was super pleased with the outcome. As a result, I received a crazy amount of compliments after the contest. This helped to confirm that what I am enough and what I bring to the table is enough, whether I get the prize or otherwise!
Watch clips from the contest below!
Different by Design 
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