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Miss Samoa 1988: Ursula Curry |
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Name: Ursula Elizabeth Curry
Village:
Sogi
Date
of Birth:
16th March 1966
Place
of Birth:
Moto’otua Hospital
Parents
Father: Joseph
Curry
Mother:
Varuna
Curry
Year
you were crowned Miss Samoa:
1988
Where
was it held? Surfside
You
were sponsored by? Le
Godinet Restaurant
What
were some of the highlights of the evening? (Why was is it so special I guess)
The whole evening for me was special
as all the contestants were working together, helping to prepare each other
mentally and knowing that anyone could win.
Did
you dedicate this win to someone? Who was it, and why?
To Uncle
Deric Godinet- owner of ‘Le Godinet Restaurant’. He was always there for me,
always gave me good advice. The advice which remains with me “ Aim high, cause
you are the best and believe in yourself and your abilities”
What
were some of the highlights during your reign?
Being
an ambassador for Samoa, in local events and overseas events.
Could
you briefly describe your career path after your reign as Miss Samoa?
At
the time I was a flight attendant for Polynesian Airlines. I then left for Hong
Kong in 1989 and returned in 1999, and while in Hong Kong I went back to
University and took Psychology.
What
you do at present? (Business, studying, working, etc.)
Currently
working at Radio Polynesia Ltd. (FM) as Marketing and Sales representative and
occasionally going on air for promotions or programmes.
How do you see the Miss Samoa Pageant benefiting young
Samoan Women today?
Draws out individuality; confidence and most of all
knowing that everyone’s beauty shines from within.
Meeting all the other contestants and making more
friends.
What
is your most valuable advice to young Samoan women in today’s changing Samoan
community?
Put your trust in God, as he is always with you- when you are troubled or happy.
Pray-
it’s the most powerful weapon.