WHILE RAISING A FAMILY? SHAMERICK: My advice to other mothers is to do it. A lot of times we overthink. A lot of times we find excuses, but if I told you the best part of you for your family is a full cup, because that’s the only way to pour into them, then what would you be doing right now? And no matter what it is, I need them to know that that’s why you’re here. That’s your purpose.
America, I could have just fallen out. I went to nationals in August and placed in the top 15 in the nation, which was a really rewarding experience. At nationals in the foyer was a flower arrangement of a peacock. I asked them if they had ever had the peacock before, and they said no, it was their first time. I had chills; it was a full circle moment. WHAT HAS BEEN THE MOST REWARDING PART? SHAMERICK: Having my children and husband witness my growth and how I’ve never given up. When I asked them [if I should do it], and they told me yes, I could have not done it, but I did it because they told me I could. So I said, I’m going to be an example for you, and then by doing it, and then winning? It was a bigger message to tell them never to give up. Have faith, have fun. Life is about creating joyful moments. Sometimes we’re happy, sometimes we’re sad, and that comes and goes, but when you have joy, that’s something from within.
and we make time. We put each other first. I know we have children and some people may put the kids before the husband and wife, but if we’re not one, then we can’t parent. WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO STEP INTO THE WORLD OF PAGEANTRY? SHAMERICK: In 2023, Miss Universe came to New Orleans, and I was in the opening number [dressed as] a peacock. At the end of that year, I said to myself, “I wish I would have done pageants.” I actually got an email [after] and it said, “if life happened and you’ve always wanted to participate in the Miss Louisiana USA pageant, this is your time.” I submitted an application and was chosen. I did not place or win, but I had a winning experience. Two weeks after the pageant, someone reached out and said, “I think you were in the wrong pageant. There’s a Mrs. Louisiana America pageant coming up in two weeks. Would you be interested?” At the time, I just wanted to have an experience of a pageant, but I said, okay, let me ask my children. Mark Anthony said, “I think you should do it.” So I did. When they said my name that I won Mrs. Louisiana
RAPID-FIRE QUESTIONS Q: Favorite local spot for date night… A: The Supper Club. Q: One word that best describes your family… A: Manifestive. Q: Favorite videos to watch… A: Pop the Balloon on YouTube. Q: Favorite food… A: Pasta. Q: Hidden talent… A: I can show love, serious love, to people who don’t like me.
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