Reign XLIII

The Legend of the Fire Winged Angel, the Longevity of Passion, Desire and Traditions,
Emperor 43, Manny Sexton        
 
The Journey of the Crystal,
The White Tiger Empress of Strength, Unity, Love and Compassion,
Empress 43, Norrie Reynolds 

As the elected monarchs of reign 43, we were excited to have opportunity to serve our community. After the initial pomp and circumstance of crowning had come to a close, the reality of our responsibilities set in and we began planning our year.  Although we raised funds for various charities, our main focus was homeless adults at the Saint Francis Center, the youth of Rainbow Alley and Urban Peak.  Leading with grace, compassion, and respect, we worked to build bridges with bars and businesses, the Latin community, and LGBT youth to encourage involvement. Learning to compromise and face the challenges before us contributed to our success. It was those challenges that helped us learn and grow, trust in ourselves and love each other.

One of our biggest accomplishments was the support of Rainbow Alley LGBT youth. The Center provides a drop in program with many activities for gay youth, a safe environment where students can thrive without judgement, a place to make friends and develop a comradery, and share their life stories with those who have similar struggles. We were each presented with the Volunteer of the Year Award for our support and monetary contributions that benefited Rainbow Alley youth.  In addition, we visited and spoke with a group of GSA students at one of the local colleges, providing them information about our organization and extending invitations for them to attend ICRME events. We also solicited sponsorship for students to attend the events at no cost to them. We were very pleased to see so many young people in attendance, feeling comfortable with whom they are.

Our line of succession was most valuable in helping us succeed in our mission to make our community a better place. We worked together as a team, exchanging ideas for ways to make fundraising fun and enjoyable for all. A heart felt thank you to Pablo Chavira, Alexandria Douglas, Abraham Sanchez, Sofelya Amor, Drew Juarez, Isaias Ramirez, Angel Sexton, LaLa Shearz, Anna Rexik, Josh Estvez, Alanna Filipina, Geoffrey LeCher, Cierra Mota LeCher, Prince Royale Bryan Monroe, and Princess Royale Jackie O.

Grand Duke Geoffrey LeCher, Grand Duchess Cierra Mota LeCher, Prince Royale Bryan Monroe, Princess Royale Jackie O, were awarded permanent titles and inducted into the College of Cardinals for their outstanding service during reign 43. 

We traveled to many coronations making a number of friends along the way and will treasure those memories in our hearts forever. We are truly blessed to have had the opportunities that being monarchs affords. We have become part of a family like no other.

Surrounded by a fire winged angel, a white tiger, flowers and vines, we celebrated An Enchanted Night in the Garden Royalty, bringing our final night as reigning monarchs to a magical conclusion.  We extend our thanks to the College of Monarchs, College of Cardinals and our community for their love and support during our reign.