Some dreams are measured by crowns, but the most meaningful ones are measured by the lives they touch and the history they create.
Although I did not bring home the national crown, I carry home something equally priceless—the honor of making history as the first-ever National Pageant Representative of the Municipality of Dangcagan Bukidnon. It has been one of the greatest privileges of my life to represent a community that welcomed me with open hearts and believed in me from the very beginning.
This journey would never have been as meaningful and fruitful without the incredible people who stood beside me.
To the Municipality of Dangcagan, thank you for embracing me wholeheartedly and supporting my journey in every possible way. To Mayor Mark Vincent Dandasan, Municipal Secretary Ma'am Leah Dandasan and Sir Jhun Cuizon Bernabe—Municipal Tourism Coordinator, thank you for your unwavering trust, generosity, encouragement, and genuine love. Your confidence in me gave me the strength to keep moving forward. 
To my major sponsors—Governor Oneil Roque of the Province of Bukidnon, Congresswoman Inday Audrey Zubiri Representative of the 3rd District of Bukidnon, Vice Mayor Jan-Jan Malack Tan Malack and to everyone who extended their financial support—thank you for believing in my dream. Your generosity made this journey possible. Special thanks also to Sir Cornelio Melan II Laplap Cruz for extending help and for the warm support. 
To my mentors—Sir Mark Anthony Amolo, Sir Nickelson Solano, Sir Karl Sobrecarey, and Mami Cerlyn Precillas, thank you for your unwavering guidance and all-out support since Day One. Thank you for constantly reminding me of my worth, believing in my potential, and lifting me up during the moments when I struggled to believe in myself. 
To my wardrobe sponsor, Mami Jessy Magaway Matandag, thank you for the breathtaking gowns and the elegant pieces that made me feel confident, empowered, and beautiful on every stage. 
To Sir Jonniel Salientes Ruel, Ma'am Ariana Hermo, and Kuya Ryan Bunac, thank you for allowing me to wear your exceptional creations. It was an honor to represent your artistry. 
To my beauty partners—CG Wellnesshub, AK Tàm, @M&D Medical and Spa, and my dental partner, RC Dental Center by Dr. Roy Chavez, thank you for your unwavering support and for helping me present my best self throughout this incredible journey.
To my incredible glam team—Papshy EJ Baconguis and Mamang AL D IN, thank you for making me look and feel my very best. More than the beauty you created, thank you for your patience, your care, your comforting words during difficult moments, and for constantly reminding me of what I am capable of. Your sacrifices will always have a special place in my heart.
To my KF Crown.Glory.Legacy family, especially to Tito Rodin Gilbert B.flores and Coach Enan, thank you for welcoming me into your family and for giving me mentorship that extends far beyond the pageant stage. The lessons, friendships, and memories we've built together will stay with me forever. My heartfelt gratitude as well to Ate Sweet Olea and Kuya Marlon Cañas for helping make this incredible opportunity possible.
To my Earth sisters, thank you for making this journey even more meaningful. Sharing this experience with such empowered, inspiring, and beautiful women is something I will always treasure. Thank you for the friendship, the laughter, the encouragement, and the memories that will forever remain in my heart.
To my gawshie, Juneil Selma thank you for standing by me from Day One. Thank you for your constant love, encouragement, and unwavering support throughout this journey.
To Kuya Korns Betita Abellojr, Sir Evan Fernandez, and all my pageant friends who supported me in any way possible, thank you so much po!
And finally, my Family, mama and papa, and to everyone who prayed for me, cheered for me, shared my journey, and celebrated every step with me—thank you from the bottom of my heart. This achievement belongs to all of us.
This may be the end of one chapter, but it is certainly not the end of my story. I believe that God has written even greater things ahead, and I will continue to walk forward with faith, grace, and purpose.
No crown can ever define my worth, because the greatest victory has always been becoming a woman who inspires, serves, and represents with heart.
Forever an Earth Queen. Forever grateful. Forever proud to have represented Dangcagan, Bukidnon. 
This has been Mereyl Del Puerto, your Miss Philippines Earth Dangcagan, Bukidnon. 
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