Reign XXXIV

Emperor XXXIV

The Legend of the Silver Eagle

Pauline Chavez

Empress XXXIV

The Consummation of the Crystal

Janelle St. Christopher

It was back to old school with our newly elected monarchs.  Both Emperor Pauline and Empress Janelle brought a sense of old school style; returning to the basics and much needed community outreach.  Emperor Pauline is the 3rd elected female to the College of Monarchs.  Emperor Pauline and Empress Janelle are only one pair of three Latin monarchs to be elected and reign together. These monarchs were better known for thinking outside the box, while still keeping with traditions; they set the tone for change.

Proving to be an old school leader, Touch of Class was held at Hamburger Marys benefiting Denver PFLAG. The show was so HOT it blew the circuits out! Empress Janelle hosted Snow Ball, The Empress Annual Charity Event, titled Freshwater Fantasies; An Evening of Leather & Rhinestone.  Kicking off the state events for the 34th reign, Empress Janelle was host to Empress Brittany Morgan, of the Imperial Court De San Diego, who gave a spectacular performance clad in leather and rhinestone.  The evening proved to be successful for her chosen charities; Chesney-Klienjohn, Sense of Security and Horizon House.  Empress Janelle vowed not to forget our past and those monarchs that have passed away. She chose a fitting memorial to the Crystal College of Empress by displaying the symbol of their office, their Empress crowns, in the back of the ballroom during Snow Ball.  Following tradition, Empress Janelle awarded the annual Kinsey Award to Empress Lola of Los Angeles, better known as Carlos Larrinaga, the owner of CJs Leather, in appreciation for all that Carlos has done to bring success to the ICRME.  Empress Janelle vowed to move ICRME forward with the times, but never to forget where we started.  

Emperor Pauline Chavez kicked off her All Boys show with a Latin flare, being proud of our Latin Heritage the show had a Latin Flare about it.   In keeping with Her Majesties promise to invest in our youth and our future the show benefited Rainbow Alley.  The show was dedicated to the memory of Hank Naccarato, Emperor XIV - The Teddy Bear Emperor, whom Emperor Pauline chose her title after.  King of Hearts - The Search for Davy Jones' Locker; An Imperial Treasure Untold kicked off with Emperor Pauline making a surprise entrance from a treasure chest.  An incredible night of entertainment was shared by Regent Emperor XXXII Alan Anderson of The Royal Court of the Golden Spike Empire of Salt Lake City.  The Iron Wolf-White Dove award was awarded to Hamburger Mary's for their role in helping open new doors to the community.

Prince Royale XXXIV Jon Crenshaw & Princess Royale XXXIV Sophia DeVille hosted Black Tie Affair; An Evening with the Royales,  a benefit for Colorado AIDS project. This fast paced and exciting evening with over a dozen past Prince & Princess Royales in attendance proved to be another success for this reign.  They were also host to PR Ball 2008 A Mardi Gras Celebration; An Evening in the French Quarter.  

The 34th Imperial Family served their monarchs proud and quickly became hard working individuals. Emperor Pauline appointed Prince Royale 34 - Jon Crunchy Crenshaw, Grand Duke - Allen Hasket, Czar  Donna Lopez.  Empress Janelle appointed  Princess Royale 34  Sophia DeVille, Grand Duchess  Sue Anne Michael, Czarina  Tina Stegal

The 34th Reign ended with the 35th Anniversary Coronation, Beyond Wicked; A Return to OZ.  In setting a new direction for their charities, Emperor Pauline chooses RAAP (Rape Awareness Assistance Program), having assisted Emperor Pauline earlier in the 34th reign.  While Empress Janelle chose Guillian-Barre Syndrome (GBS), not wanting to forget our fellow court members who had been afflicted and survived their bout with GBS; Emperor 25 Tom J & Princess Royale 34 Sophia DeVille.

Sadly, the end of the 34th reign was marked with the passing of two individuals.  Lisa Nawrocki, beloved friend of the community, wife of Empress 19 Brandi Roberts and King Father to the 34th reign, Emperor 27 Kent Epperson.  Both individuals will be missed dearly.

As the Return to the Land of OZ drew to an end, the Monarchs permanent titles were given wisely and wrapped up their tradition of old school.  Empress Janelle awarded her permanent title to someone who was no stranger to the idea of old school, The Absolute Essence of the Freshwater Rose 1st Lady to ALL Empresses for Life, Kandi Montana. Emperor Pauline bestowed the honor of Imperial Gentlemen and Keeper of the Teddy Bear Heart to John Locke.

The 35th anniversary coronation weekend also hosted: The Jose Honors and the International Court Council, presided by Empress Nicole the Great, Queen Mother of the Americas.   Court members from as far as Alaska and Hawaii were recognized for their journey to the Mile High City, Queen City of the Plains.   

Thus began the 35th reign down the yellow brick road.