I grew up in a small country town called Picton, located approximately 40 minutes from Sydney, Australia.

From an early age, I was immersed in the entertainment industry, represented by an agent. My mother would rush me to casting calls, singing lessons, talent quests, and physical culture competitions along the coastline with minimal notice.

I was what is often referred to as a "triple threat," as I passionately engaged in singing, acting, modeling, and dancing. I cherished every moment of these experiences.

As I transitioned into adulthood, I maintained my passion for acting while relegating singing to the shower or car rides.

When I became pregnant with my son, I found my niche as a teenage mother on the show "Love Child" (Channel 9). Remarkably, just two weeks after giving birth, my agent contacted me with an opportunity: "Can we use Bentley for a birthing scene?" I thought, why not? He was just a baby, and if he didn’t enjoy it in the future, we could always stop.

To my astonishment, my son now boasts a more impressive acting portfolio than I do. Bentley, now 10, has developed a true passion for acting.

Fast forward seven years, and another little bundle of joy entered our lives. I was not prepared for a little girl, despite having always dreamed of having one. We named her Paisley.

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At just one year old, Paisley demonstrated an innate love for dance, shaking it with enthusiasm before she could even articulate her thoughts.

While assisting a close friend with what seemed to be a dance costume, we began discussing pageants. She encouraged me to consider enrolling Paisley in them. Initially, I believed this was a practice exclusive to America.

While I had won Miss Picton in 2021, this felt like a different realm altogether.

We entered Paisley into a pageant, and within a week, it was time for the event. When she took the stage, she captivated the audience with her delightful performance, ultimately winning 4th overall among all age groups and receiving a significant crown. Thus began our addiction to the world of pageantry.

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Fast forward two years, and Paisley was approached by an international designer, inviting her to walk in Fashion Week overseas. We gratefully accepted the opportunity and traveled to London and Paris Fashion Week. While there, both Paisley and Bentley were invited to walk for several other designers, leaving us in awe of the incredible experiences this journey has afforded us.

The journey back home felt lengthy, yet I reflected on how blessed we were to have such experiences. I envisioned a future where I could help aspiring models across Australia realize their dreams, just as we had, and assist them in reaching new heights in the industry.