Ms Kentucky World 60 - Karen Russell

I’m super proud to announce my granddaughter, Shaylynn Havens graduated WKU today! She has been so dedicated to working hard on her education while working all through high school and college! You did it!!! ❤️🎓 2026 WKU GRADUATE!!!

She was published for decorating her cap on WKU Insta, which we did at my house while making wonderful memories.

Not only did she have finals, work, and graduating to focus on…..she had a job interview last Wednesday for Human Resources Generalist position with a great company. She discussed how many other people she personally knew applying for the same position. I told her just remember to be herself and maybe she would get a second interview. NOPE!

SHE GOT THE JOB!

I cried…she has earned it.

I’m SO proud of this young lady! Please join me in my joy! God bless her!❤️

Applications for Ms. Senior World 2026 are officially open, and if you've been watching from the sidelines - this is your moment.

November 15-22, 2026 | Biloxi, Mississippi

You've seen the energy. You've watched the sisterhood. You've felt the buzz every time we post. Now it's time to stop watching and start living it.

Our 2025 delegates said the same thing you're probably thinking right now: "I've been following for years, but..."

And then they showed up. And they weren't disappointed.

If you competed with us before, come back. The stage misses you.
If you've been thinking "maybe next year" for the last three years, this is your year.

If you're tired of wondering what it would feel like to be in that room - stop wondering.

Applications are open NOW.

Get out of your own way and join us.
👉 seniorworldpageants.com/apply

November 2026. Biloxi. Be there.

Here's what nobody tells you about getting older as a woman: the world might try to make you invisible, but your sisters won't let that happen.

We've watched it unfold time and again. Women walk in as strangers and leave as travel companions. They meet on stage and end up founding nonprofits together. They come for a crown and discover a sisterhood that changes everything.

This is what happens when women choose grace over judgment, positivity over bitterness, and each other over competition.

Your next great friendship, your future business partner, your travel buddy for that trip you've been dreaming about, she might be one conversation away.

Ready to lock arms with women who refuse to be overlooked?

Read about the power we create when we choose each other in our new blog post. Then, when you are ready, join us for 2026.

Read the Blog → seniorworldpageants.com/thepoweroflockingarms

Apply for Ms. Senior World → seniorworldpageants.com/apply

Last night concludes 2025 and I am very happy to have been able to represent Kentucky. I enjoyed every part of my service to the crown. Promoting Organ Donation. Be the gift!
Thank you to all of you who have followed my journey as Ms Kentucky Senior World 2025. For those of you who are looking for a great experience without a talent, I highly recommend that you sign up with Ms Senior World Pageants. It is an International pageant system for women in their 50’s, 60’s, and 70’s.
Thank you Sherry and Sara Jo for all you do for the entire experience. It was filled with memories to cherish for a lifetime!

Outside the town of Felkirk are the Kelpie statues. A majestic sight to see! I used to own horses so I absolutely loved it!!!!❤️

Hogmanay Procession in Edinbraugh

(Oscar) Wilde fashioned hotel! We have arrived in Edinbraugh and the view outside our apartment is of the Edinbraugh Castle





#2025

This is my new friend Herme’ he is a Highland Coo

Reflecting on this past year and thankful for all of the blessings that have been and are to come!❤️