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Teresita Ssen 'Winwyn' Marquez has turned over her Reina Hispanoamericana title as Miss Venezuela Nariman Battikha Yanyi was crowned as the new queen on November 3.

READ: Winwyn Marquez has bequeathed the Reina Hispanoamericana crown to Miss Venezuela

In an Instagram post, the Kapuso actress looked back at her journey and recalled how her reign changed her life.

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I am eternally grateful and joyful at this moment and the many moments this past year! My reign as Reina Hispanoamericana 2017 has been filled with wondrous experiences. Experiences that transformed my life in meaningful ways I never imagined could even be possible. This is such an unforgettable journey made more memorable by the warmth, friendship, and wisdom of amazing people from various walks of life and different cultures. Having known a great many of them made me realize how my life right now can empower people toward the fruition of their dreams and aspirations. Children, in particular, will always have a special place in my heart. I strongly believe the value of education can stand on firmer ground by strengthening the family.This may be a tall order given society's varying circumstances but we should at least dream and work for a better future for the human family. My reign may end but my journey toward helping create a better world for the little ones has just begun. To all of you, I am grateful for the blessing of your friendship and love. May faith, hope, and love be upon us all. I am Teresita Ssen Marquez, your first Filipina Reina Hispanoamericana. Muchas gracias.. maraming salamat po ❤️🇵🇭 #reinateresita

A post shared by Teresita Ssen Winwyn Marquez (@teresitassen) on Nov 5, 2018 at 8:16pm PST

"I am eternally grateful and joyful at this moment and the many moments this past year! My reign as Reina Hispanoamericana 2017 has been filled with wondrous experiences. Experiences that transformed my life in meaningful ways I never imagined could even be possible. This is such an unforgettable journey made more memorable by the warmth, friendship, and wisdom of amazing people from various walks of life and different cultures. Having known a great many of them made me realize how my life right now can empower people toward the fruition of their dreams and aspirations," she began.

She also emphasized the value of education, especially for children.

"Children, in particular, will always have a special place in my heart. I strongly believe the value of education can stand on firmer ground by strengthening the family. This may be a tall order given society's varying circumstances but we should at least dream and work for a better future for the human family. My reign may end but my journey toward helping create a better world for the little ones has just begun. To all of you, I am grateful for the blessing of your friendship and love. May faith, hope, and love be upon us all. I am Teresita Ssen Marquez, your first Filipina Reina Hispanoamericana. Muchas gracias, Salamat po."