Extra - Final Farewell

All in all, I think this was a really positive experience. If I hadn’t gone for this, I know I’d have regrets later on in life. My family has dealt with cancer a fair amount in the last while and it’s really made me realize how short life is. You gotta go for opportunities like this when they come up, because you never know what’s going to happen tomorrow! On that note, I’m planning a fundraiser for the Canadian Cancer Society July 19^th at This Is London in Toronto. Tickets will be available at ticket master July 1^st!! I’ll keep you all posted on the details but should be a GREAT time and a chance for all of us to get together. You’ll be seeing more of me… CNTM wasn’t for me, but that doesn’t mean I can’t make a spot for myself in this industry!! Thanks to everyone who supported me and cheered for Miss GinaG! It is truly overwhelming…. Muahhh!!!

Ep. 4 - Finding the Right Fit

Well… I’m on my way home :( To be honest, I’m not as devastated as I thought I would be. I had to tell the judges tonight that I wanted to be a high fashion model but I don’t think that’s for me. There are so many avenues to go down in this industry and I really don’t think that being a “high fashion model” is Gina. I’ve been given the opportunity to experience and get a taste of what this industry is all about by being in this competition and it’s been such an amazing time. I feel so fortunate to have made it as far as I have and I really think this is just the thing for me. The people I have met, the exposure, the knowledge that I’ve gained… I am so lucky! You’ll be seeing more of me… just you wait!!!

Cheers for now.

Ep. 3 - Attitude Adjustment

Today Steff went home and the house seems so much quieter. Once again I was completely shocked that Jay pulled my picture out from his hands. I was 100% convinced that I was done. That’s been the case the past three weeks so I think that it’s time for me to change my attitude. I need to start believing in myself. I’m just really frustrated with the fact that the judges think that I can’t be a model. I don’t really know what I can change to make them believe that I can. I was told that it was really close between Tara and me in the walk-off on MOD so my walk couldn’t have been that bad AND I honestly didn’t think my commercial was that bad either. So, why was I in the bottom two again? Also, I was completely humiliated in front of the judges when they asked me about fashion. If they can pick up a model working at Tim Hortons, chances are the girl isn’t going to know a whole lot about fashion. I do know more then the average person but that’s a big reason why I’m here. To learn! I’ve been studying something completely different for the past five years. They knew nothing about what I do because the careers they chose were in the fashion industry! I’m taking a risk and trying something new because it’s intriguing to me – I want to learn more. It totally excites me. But I’m just starting out in it… give me a break.  All I know is I have to really step it up this week or I’m gone.

Ep. 2 - Counting Down...

We’re now down to 8 girls… and I’m one of them!!!  What a shock. After my assessment today I thought for sure that I wasn’t going to be coming back. It totally feels like the judges just don’t like me. With that said, I am in complete shock that Jacqueline went home today. So I really don’t have a clue what the judges are thinking. They definitely keep things interesting. I do understand where they were coming from with the negative comments with regards to my picture though. My beauty shot was horrible. I know I can do better. I guess I just have to keep trying my best; all I can do right :)

Ep. 1 - Mad and Motivated!

Today was the first judgement day... ahhhhhh! So stressful!! I was really nervous going into it because I wasn't really confident with my shoot - at least not as confident as a lot of the girls here. Then, after seeing my picture and getting feedback from the judges, I was convinced that today was my last day. So, needless to say, I was completely blown away and so overwhelmed when Jay pulled my picture out from his hands. I liked the fact that Nolé said I would make a good actress, but was kinda mad that he said I wouldn't make a good model. Why was I chosen for this competition if I couldn't model?? I usually perform better when I get mad, so if anything, he's totally motivated me to prove him wrong. Guess we'll see what happens in the next little while!