Biggest Surprise In My Life ;)

I admit, I am just an ordinary guy in our campus who sits beside the audience to cheer and support my classmates, my friends and other schoolmates during events at school. I wasn't really expecting that I am going to compete on a pageant. I didn't even see myself joining in a pageant. I was hesitant at first but I've come to realized that opportunity knocks only once. So better grab it or else other people will do it for you.

-- THE PRE PAGEANT --

My friends got shocked that I am about to compete on the pageant because they know me for being a simple guy. I was really surprise too that I could walked with grace, speak and perform well on stage in front of many people despite of being nervous and having stage fright. I never thought that I will have the guts to do those things and make it all possible (of course with the help of God). The good thing is that my ever supportive family and friends were there to cheer me up. They were all shouting my name and it really helped to boost my self-confidence up too.

Poseidon "Creative Costume" - doesn't looked good

Me and Racelyn - before the pageant starts (looked tipsy)

Swim wear - one of the epic shots.

Whoa! Do I looked nervous? (I am!)

Interpretative Dancing with Racelyn - Talent Portion

Me and my partner Shana ;) #2

Candidates for Mr.&Ms.Global City Innovative College 2012 with the judges

-- CORONATION NIGHT --

The most intense part of the competition was held at Republiq Bar in Resorts World Manila. We were all nervous and excited about the out come of what we have done on the Pre Pageant Day. And from there, we will do the last ramp wearing "Formal Wear" sponsored by our school. While doing the ramp, a lot of things popped out on my mind but since it'll be my last ramp on stage I should do better and just enjoy every single moment of the competition.

I'm the man! The Final Ramp! :)

Honestly, I wasn't expecting to be in the top 5 because I didn't receive any awards. But in God's grace, I was able to make it into the Top 5. I was the first male candidate who was called. In the Q&A portion, I was asked a simple yet meaningful question, "Who is your greatest inspiration in life and why?" Without any hesitations I immediately answered, My Lord Jesus Christ. Because blah.. blah.. blah.. blah.. I didn't get the title but being in the top 5 was already an achievement. I was really happy because I gained more self-confidence and new friends as well.

Male Candidates and the muse. lol - At the back stage

With Shana Zeidenberg - waiting to be called. Whahaha!

The Finalist! :) - Top 10

Candid Shot - Epic one.

I do believed in what Latisimo said: Winning isn't all about having the title, it's about winning the hearts of people. And yes, she's definitely right. It's about learning and growing up. It was such a great experience though. God is so great! :)