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In a lengthy post on Instagram yesterday, December 21, Catriona shared her innermost feelings about her journey in the Miss World competition.

Pinay beauty queen Catriona Gray finally broke her silence, after failing to win the Miss World 2016 crown last Monday.

But despite this, many still regard Catriona’s answer to the question and answer portion of the pageant the best among the rest of the competition.

WATCH: Catriona Gray's Q&A portion that won the hearts of millions in Miss World 2016

In a lengthy post on Instagram yesterday, December 21, she shared her innermost feelings about her journey in the Miss World competition.

Catriona said, “Miss World was never just a beauty contest to me.The crown represented a journey, one that grew from being an independent endeavor to one that became more than me. A journey that rallied the support and love of my countrymen.”

“A journey that forced me to look into myself and discover what I was made of. A journey that found its heart in the children in one of the poorest slums of my country.”Yes, the crown represented a journey...until I realized that the journey could continue and exist without it.”

In addition, the Pinay beauty queen is thrilled that she was able to make people listen to her most cherished advocacy.

“One of the happiest moments was when the top 5 of Beauty with a Purpose was announced, meaning that MWO would visit and support the advocacies and the PHILIPPINES was called. I was a mess of emotion because being able to have the work that Young Focus in Manila is doing acknowledged was so gratifying.”

Catriona also took time to thank every Filipinos for their passionate support during the competition and stressed that its was a great honor for her to represent the country on the world stage.

“Maraming Salamat Po to my tireless supporters, you gave up your time and effort to vote or comment and participate in this journey. Your passion and drive has been so inspiring. Thank you to everyone who has left me comments, approached me in person since the announcement to show me their admiration and kind words and my loving family, you've lifted my spirits.”

“That's yet to be discovered but I am honored to have been able to represent my country on the world stage, to capture hearts all around the world and to make you all proud. Keep your torches burning. Mine is burning stronger than ever.”

 

Hello my loving fans, supporters and friends. ???????????? How is everyone? The question most of you are asking is if I'm okay and I can securely say that I am. ???? Miss World was never just a beauty contest to me. The crown represented a journey, one that grew from being an independent endeavor to one that became more than me. A journey that rallied the support and love of my countrymen. A journey that forced me to look into myself and discover what I was made of. A journey that found its heart in the children in one of the poorest slums of my country. Yes, the crown represented a journey...until I realized that the journey could continue and exist without it. I truly believe that God always knows what's best and I trust in his plan and perfect timing. One of the happiest moments was when the top 5 of Beauty with a Purpose was announced, meaning that MWO would visit and support the advocacies and the PHILIPPINES was called. I was a mess of emotion because being able to have the work that Young Focus in Manila is doing acknowledged was so gratifying. On my official FB page I have uploaded my BWAP video. Please share to raise awareness along with the donation information below so that we can continue fighting...not for a title but for the betterment of the lives of our countries children. ???????? So with that I want to say Maraming Salamat Po to my tireless supporters, you gave up your time and effort to vote or comment and participate in this journey. Your passion and drive has been so inspiring. Thank you to everyone who has left me comments, approached me in person since the announcement to show me their admiration and kind words and my loving family, you've lifted my spirits. Where will the journey take me next? That's yet to be discovered but I am honored to have been able to represent my country on the world stage, to capture hearts all around the world and to make you all proud. Keep your torches burning. Mine is burning stronger than ever. Your Miss World Philippines, Catriona

A photo posted by Catriona Gray (@catriona_gray) on Dec 21, 2016 at 12:52am PST

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