Pageants, many believe, are for the vain,
Where beauty is showcased, absent of brain.
Hungry eyes gawk, judging from afar,
“This is unfeministic,” critics say with disregard.
Are pageants—outdated, something of the past?
Can we rewrite this narrative—receive acceptance at last?
We take the stage to create impact, our causes unite,
Showcasing advocacy in a brand-new light.
In private interviews, we share our voice,
On stage, we compete in talents of our choice.
We demonstrate strength in the fitness phase,
Then step into gowns designed to shock and amaze.
Behind the curtains, unseen by eyes,
The bond we form together, as we rise.
Eloquent speeches, these skills we refine,
Presenting confidence and philanthropy, perfectly aligned.
We lift each other, regardless of who wins the prize,
For the true win… our strength actualized.
In the spotlight, we break an old-fashioned mold,
A new vision of pageant women, beautiful and bold.