Wassup everyone?! Jael here from ANTM cycle 8! I was feeling very reminiscent and wanted to express a little fruit from thought with anyone who was searching for a little human connection...
Just wanted to say that my experience on the show was completely magical. It is very exciting to see how so many people still express opinions toward the forever growing ANTM family. How amazing is it, that there is still an ongoing appriciation for this power packed entertaining series that I, myself, have had the joy of experiencing first hand? I always said that the basis for Top Model was Genius. Visually expressing the collaborative combo of exposing the journey, of a group of intensely diverse, youthful, gorgeous females (even trans-gender), throughout a modeling competition. As a contestant, we are given the opportunity to interact and possibly befriend people that share the same dreams. We are also introduced to and guided by successful industry professionals from all over this nation, that most of us, probably would have never had the chance to come into contact with. It is so exciting to actually learn and prepare for a future of living our dreams of having REAL modeling careers. I wonder if all of the show's fans understand how overwhelmingly vulnerable it feels to be exposed during a competitive learning process and criticized by millions of viewers all over the world. To be watched, while simultaneously attempting to master, the surprisingly difficult, career of modeling, is undeniably intense. For a lot of us contestants, it's not easy to repeatedly embarrass ourselves by failing or stumbling during given challenges that, to viewers, seem down right EASY. Even I have sat in front of my TV before, during and after my appearance on the show and shouted "If I had to do that shoot or challenge, it would have been easy!" or "I wouldn't act like that in that situation on national television!". Now, after I've thought about it seriously, I honestly would love for everyone to know that when you are "Living in the moment" on the show, we all get very comfortable after a short time period. With that comfort some of us tend to begin to shed the "Control of Actions" TV skin and react just as we would right at home. In other words, we start to show our true selves and express sides of our beings that we sometimes would prefer to keep on the DL. I don't think that it's always necessarily that black or white, in regards to acting Real or Fake. For we are multi faceted beings with many sides of natural self expression. Can anyone imagine the pressure we put ourselves under with the desire to perform well, while enduring a magnifying glass of physical analyzation, combined with the chance of a lifetime and staring a serious career opportunity's light dwindling at the end of the tunnel? That surely sounds like the perfect ingredients for an emotionally charged, act-a-fool, nervous, overwhelmed, self conscious, confidence up, down and all around sandwich. Please forgive us for acting erratically at times. It's not easy to constantly be aware of our imperfections, and admit to them in front of a world of viewers. Trust us, we know that we are only growing learning humans, just like all of you. I also think that is a huge part of why the show has such great success. There is an exciting connection between watching REAL people walk, run, fall then fly, just like we all do in REAL life. Isn't it amazing that some of you actually identify with similar personal characteristics as the girls on the show? I have been told, that certain things I went through on the show inspired, excited, and even healed my fans. I always said to them that "Anything you enjoy and relate with me about, you should realize that you hold that within yourself as well, therefore you should definitely admire yourself as we are mirror images in those ways:)". I think so. I think that I am so lucky and proud to have had the amazing experience of being in the running to be America's Next Top Model! Looking back, even the stumbling to walk fiercely, vulnerability of losing a loved one in front of the world, criticism for being misunderstood, getting my hair longed then shorted, and taking a 50 cent dip in the pool for mouthing off, was all just a part of one of the most unbelievably exciting experiences that I have had the pleasure of living. Having been on Top Model still to this day, remains a huge part of my personal and professional success. Thank you to all of my new extended family, friends, fans, friendemies, as well as critics. Thank you all for ever tuning your attention towards me for even a split second. I am honored to have gotten your attention. I truly hope that at some point I helped make you laugh, cry, be inspired, or even disagree with my actions, as long as it urged you to "feel" something. I know that it's just a TV show, but it changed my life forever, and it continues to affect me and many fans all over this land. I don't think there's anything else out there like it. Thanks ANTM for turning this Wild, Intense, Creative, Outspoken, Charismatic, Extreme Fashioned, Open-Minded, Model-Wannabe into a Real-Life Working Fashion Model. Without ANTM it would have been a much longer harder road for me. This little girl Jael grew up to be 6feet tall from deep inside the urban misunderstood city of Detroit, from bi-racial parents. I have lived in Los Angeles, Chicago, New York, Toronto, and Fort Lauderdale on my own since age 15. I have designed my own edgy clothing since age 11. As soon as I was 12, and 5'10", I began mimicking poses and catwalks in my shattered bedroom mirror. I always felt that it was equally as important to be beautiful internally as we are externally. I'll say, I have had a pretty difficult time growing up. It has been down right righteous to be vulnerable in front of all of ANTM's fans. I know not everyone is a fan of mine but I am open to judgement. Everyone has a right to an opinion. I have made so many friends on the show, and because of appearing on it. I have such a huge respect for my gained vocal power in the media. It is really important to me to take chances like the one Tyra took on me. I am still so proud of be a part of the ANTM family. I now have concrete modeling skills, a new clothing line, filming my new TV show, writing a screenplay, and have a strong fan base of men and women worldwide that share their commons and stories with me. It simply rules to be connected to people in the world through our love of fashion, entertainment, and inspiration. I would never be who I am today without ANTM. I love my life. Even if it's the exact opposite of what I think, always be yourself, stand up for what you believe in, and be understanding of others flaws, because we are all constantly growing and learning. The stronger and more open minded our communities are, the more freedom we have to safely grow and love. That was a long one, feels so good to be passionate. If you made it this far in this sonnet PLEASE feel free to email me:), but no matter what PLEASE FEEL FREE!!!
Full Version: This is The Real Jael:)
QUOTE (JaeliciousXO @ May 11 2009, 03:06 PM) 
Wassup everyone?! Jael here from ANTM cycle 8! I was feeling very reminiscent and wanted to express a little fruit from thought with anyone who was searching for a little human connection...
Just wanted to say that my experience on the show was completely magical. It is very exciting to see how so many people still express opinions toward the forever growing ANTM family. How amazing is it, that there is still an ongoing appriciation for this power packed entertaining series that I, myself, have had the joy of experiencing first hand? I always said that the basis for Top Model was Genius. Visually expressing the collaborative combo of exposing the journey, of a group of intensely diverse, youthful, gorgeous females (even trans-gender), throughout a modeling competition. As a contestant, we are given the opportunity to interact and possibly befriend people that share the same dreams. We are also introduced to and guided by successful industry professionals from all over this nation, that most of us, probably would have never had the chance to come into contact with. It is so exciting to actually learn and prepare for a future of living our dreams of having REAL modeling careers. I wonder if all of the show's fans understand how overwhelmingly vulnerable it feels to be exposed during a competitive learning process and criticized by millions of viewers all over the world. To be watched, while simultaneously attempting to master, the surprisingly difficult, career of modeling, is undeniably intense. For a lot of us contestants, it's not easy to repeatedly embarrass ourselves by failing or stumbling during given challenges that, to viewers, seem down right EASY. Even I have sat in front of my TV before, during and after my appearance on the show and shouted "If I had to do that shoot or challenge, it would have been easy!" or "I wouldn't act like that in that situation on national television!". Now, after I've thought about it seriously, I honestly would love for everyone to know that when you are "Living in the moment" on the show, we all get very comfortable after a short time period. With that comfort some of us tend to begin to shed the "Control of Actions" TV skin and react just as we would right at home. In other words, we start to show our true selves and express sides of our beings that we sometimes would prefer to keep on the DL. I don't think that it's always necessarily that black or white, in regards to acting Real or Fake. For we are multi faceted beings with many sides of natural self expression. Can anyone imagine the pressure we put ourselves under with the desire to perform well, while enduring a magnifying glass of physical analyzation, combined with the chance of a lifetime and staring a serious career opportunity's light dwindling at the end of the tunnel? That surely sounds like the perfect ingredients for an emotionally charged, act-a-fool, nervous, overwhelmed, self conscious, confidence up, down and all around sandwich. Please forgive us for acting erratically at times. It's not easy to constantly be aware of our imperfections, and admit to them in front of a world of viewers. Trust us, we know that we are only growing learning humans, just like all of you. I also think that is a huge part of why the show has such great success. There is an exciting connection between watching REAL people walk, run, fall then fly, just like we all do in REAL life. Isn't it amazing that some of you actually identify with similar personal characteristics as the girls on the show? I have been told, that certain things I went through on the show inspired, excited, and even healed my fans. I always said to them that "Anything you enjoy and relate with me about, you should realize that you hold that within yourself as well, therefore you should definitely admire yourself as we are mirror images in those ways:)". I think so. I think that I am so lucky and proud to have had the amazing experience of being in the running to be America's Next Top Model! Looking back, even the stumbling to walk fiercely, vulnerability of losing a loved one in front of the world, criticism for being misunderstood, getting my hair longed then shorted, and taking a 50 cent dip in the pool for mouthing off, was all just a part of one of the most unbelievably exciting experiences that I have had the pleasure of living. Having been on Top Model still to this day, remains a huge part of my personal and professional success. Thank you to all of my new extended family, friends, fans, friendemies, as well as critics. Thank you all for ever tuning your attention towards me for even a split second. I am honored to have gotten your attention. I truly hope that at some point I helped make you laugh, cry, be inspired, or even disagree with my actions, as long as it urged you to "feel" something. I know that it's just a TV show, but it changed my life forever, and it continues to affect me and many fans all over this land. I don't think there's anything else out there like it. Thanks ANTM for turning this Wild, Intense, Creative, Outspoken, Charismatic, Extreme Fashioned, Open-Minded, Model-Wannabe into a Real-Life Working Fashion Model. Without ANTM it would have been a much longer harder road for me. This little girl Jael grew up to be 6feet tall from deep inside the urban misunderstood city of Detroit, from bi-racial parents. I have lived in Los Angeles, Chicago, New York, Toronto, and Fort Lauderdale on my own since age 15. I have designed my own edgy clothing since age 11. As soon as I was 12, and 5'10", I began mimicking poses and catwalks in my shattered bedroom mirror. I always felt that it was equally as important to be beautiful internally as we are externally. I'll say, I have had a pretty difficult time growing up. It has been down right righteous to be vulnerable in front of all of ANTM's fans. I know not everyone is a fan of mine but I am open to judgement. Everyone has a right to an opinion. I have made so many friends on the show, and because of appearing on it. I have such a huge respect for my gained vocal power in the media. It is really important to me to take chances like the one Tyra took on me. I am still so proud of be a part of the ANTM family. I now have concrete modeling skills, a new clothing line, filming my new TV show, writing a screenplay, and have a strong fan base of men and women worldwide that share their commons and stories with me. It simply rules to be connected to people in the world through our love of fashion, entertainment, and inspiration. I would never be who I am today without ANTM. I love my life. Even if it's the exact opposite of what I think, always be yourself, stand up for what you believe in, and be understanding of others flaws, because we are all constantly growing and learning. The stronger and more open minded our communities are, the more freedom we have to safely grow and love. That was a long one, feels so good to be passionate. If you made it this far in this sonnet PLEASE feel free to email me:), but no matter what PLEASE FEEL FREE!!!
Just wanted to say that my experience on the show was completely magical. It is very exciting to see how so many people still express opinions toward the forever growing ANTM family. How amazing is it, that there is still an ongoing appriciation for this power packed entertaining series that I, myself, have had the joy of experiencing first hand? I always said that the basis for Top Model was Genius. Visually expressing the collaborative combo of exposing the journey, of a group of intensely diverse, youthful, gorgeous females (even trans-gender), throughout a modeling competition. As a contestant, we are given the opportunity to interact and possibly befriend people that share the same dreams. We are also introduced to and guided by successful industry professionals from all over this nation, that most of us, probably would have never had the chance to come into contact with. It is so exciting to actually learn and prepare for a future of living our dreams of having REAL modeling careers. I wonder if all of the show's fans understand how overwhelmingly vulnerable it feels to be exposed during a competitive learning process and criticized by millions of viewers all over the world. To be watched, while simultaneously attempting to master, the surprisingly difficult, career of modeling, is undeniably intense. For a lot of us contestants, it's not easy to repeatedly embarrass ourselves by failing or stumbling during given challenges that, to viewers, seem down right EASY. Even I have sat in front of my TV before, during and after my appearance on the show and shouted "If I had to do that shoot or challenge, it would have been easy!" or "I wouldn't act like that in that situation on national television!". Now, after I've thought about it seriously, I honestly would love for everyone to know that when you are "Living in the moment" on the show, we all get very comfortable after a short time period. With that comfort some of us tend to begin to shed the "Control of Actions" TV skin and react just as we would right at home. In other words, we start to show our true selves and express sides of our beings that we sometimes would prefer to keep on the DL. I don't think that it's always necessarily that black or white, in regards to acting Real or Fake. For we are multi faceted beings with many sides of natural self expression. Can anyone imagine the pressure we put ourselves under with the desire to perform well, while enduring a magnifying glass of physical analyzation, combined with the chance of a lifetime and staring a serious career opportunity's light dwindling at the end of the tunnel? That surely sounds like the perfect ingredients for an emotionally charged, act-a-fool, nervous, overwhelmed, self conscious, confidence up, down and all around sandwich. Please forgive us for acting erratically at times. It's not easy to constantly be aware of our imperfections, and admit to them in front of a world of viewers. Trust us, we know that we are only growing learning humans, just like all of you. I also think that is a huge part of why the show has such great success. There is an exciting connection between watching REAL people walk, run, fall then fly, just like we all do in REAL life. Isn't it amazing that some of you actually identify with similar personal characteristics as the girls on the show? I have been told, that certain things I went through on the show inspired, excited, and even healed my fans. I always said to them that "Anything you enjoy and relate with me about, you should realize that you hold that within yourself as well, therefore you should definitely admire yourself as we are mirror images in those ways:)". I think so. I think that I am so lucky and proud to have had the amazing experience of being in the running to be America's Next Top Model! Looking back, even the stumbling to walk fiercely, vulnerability of losing a loved one in front of the world, criticism for being misunderstood, getting my hair longed then shorted, and taking a 50 cent dip in the pool for mouthing off, was all just a part of one of the most unbelievably exciting experiences that I have had the pleasure of living. Having been on Top Model still to this day, remains a huge part of my personal and professional success. Thank you to all of my new extended family, friends, fans, friendemies, as well as critics. Thank you all for ever tuning your attention towards me for even a split second. I am honored to have gotten your attention. I truly hope that at some point I helped make you laugh, cry, be inspired, or even disagree with my actions, as long as it urged you to "feel" something. I know that it's just a TV show, but it changed my life forever, and it continues to affect me and many fans all over this land. I don't think there's anything else out there like it. Thanks ANTM for turning this Wild, Intense, Creative, Outspoken, Charismatic, Extreme Fashioned, Open-Minded, Model-Wannabe into a Real-Life Working Fashion Model. Without ANTM it would have been a much longer harder road for me. This little girl Jael grew up to be 6feet tall from deep inside the urban misunderstood city of Detroit, from bi-racial parents. I have lived in Los Angeles, Chicago, New York, Toronto, and Fort Lauderdale on my own since age 15. I have designed my own edgy clothing since age 11. As soon as I was 12, and 5'10", I began mimicking poses and catwalks in my shattered bedroom mirror. I always felt that it was equally as important to be beautiful internally as we are externally. I'll say, I have had a pretty difficult time growing up. It has been down right righteous to be vulnerable in front of all of ANTM's fans. I know not everyone is a fan of mine but I am open to judgement. Everyone has a right to an opinion. I have made so many friends on the show, and because of appearing on it. I have such a huge respect for my gained vocal power in the media. It is really important to me to take chances like the one Tyra took on me. I am still so proud of be a part of the ANTM family. I now have concrete modeling skills, a new clothing line, filming my new TV show, writing a screenplay, and have a strong fan base of men and women worldwide that share their commons and stories with me. It simply rules to be connected to people in the world through our love of fashion, entertainment, and inspiration. I would never be who I am today without ANTM. I love my life. Even if it's the exact opposite of what I think, always be yourself, stand up for what you believe in, and be understanding of others flaws, because we are all constantly growing and learning. The stronger and more open minded our communities are, the more freedom we have to safely grow and love. That was a long one, feels so good to be passionate. If you made it this far in this sonnet PLEASE feel free to email me:), but no matter what PLEASE FEEL FREE!!!
Sounds like you will miss the show's exposure.
Oh yeah, you're the stupid b1Tch with the man voice... I ALMOST didn't remember you because no one really cares about top model. I gotta agree with the poster above me, sounds like you miss the exposure. PS. IT WAS HiLaRiOuS when 50 CENT pushed you in the pool. I'm glad he did that, I woulda done the same thing.
I have my doubts this is the real Jael.
However, I always liked Jael! She was spunky and different. Wasn't a beauty queen like some of the other air headed morons they have on the show. Jael was different! Go Jael.
However, I always liked Jael! She was spunky and different. Wasn't a beauty queen like some of the other air headed morons they have on the show. Jael was different! Go Jael.
Jael was clunky, gangly, awkward and I didn't find her to be a beauty!! I am surprised she lasted as long as she did.
If this is the real Jael, I think that the people who responded to this are not very nice. I enjoyed what you brought to the show. It sucks that you were eliminated. You weren't a one of the mean girls and you tried your hardest and my husband still thinks that it is impossible for you to be half black....lol
QUOTE (Creekergirl @ May 26 2009, 08:36 PM)
If this is the real Jael, I think that the people who responded to this are not very nice. I enjoyed what you brought to the show. It sucks that you were eliminated. You weren't a one of the mean girls and you tried your hardest and my husband still thinks that it is impossible for you to be half black....lol
Look @ you being the on-line nicey nicey police. Jael was eliminated because she didn't cut the mustard, so get over it.
I'm not interested in anything this girl is selling!!!
QUOTE (hoops @ May 27 2009, 01:00 AM)
Look @ you being the on-line nicey nicey police. Jael was eliminated because she didn't cut the mustard, so get over it.
Sorry that you think that, but I'm just giving credit where credit is due. She did nothing drastic or b***** to anyone, so hey, just my opinion.
Holy friggin long post Batman.....
If this is the real Jael, i wanna say you were my favorite contestant on the show so far. I was sad to see you go. Anyway i just wanted to say i hope your career has taken off the way you wanted and that you are doing what you love to do.
She's kind of trashy looking in an 8th and Forty Deuce kinda way if you get what I'm sayin...
QUOTE (hoops @ May 27 2009, 09:10 PM)
She's dressed slutty in this pic.
Are those granny panties???
To all of those who are ragging on Jael...you are just jealous of her because SHE was on ANTM and made it as far as she did and is acheiving her dreams and YOU are not. Grow up, get over it and be happy for people who have goals and dreams and the balls to go after them to make them come true. I am proud of Jael for trying to make something of her life for the better. I do not know her personally, but I would like too. She seems very down to earth, knows what she wants and how to get it.
OMG!! Jael,you were my fav of the contestants from your cycle. I was so sad when you got sent home. I think you shouldve won cycle 8.
QUOTE (FierceCougar1969 @ Jun 14 2009, 12:24 PM)
To all of those who are ragging on Jael...you are just jealous of her because SHE was on ANTM and made it as far as she did and is acheiving her dreams and YOU are not. Grow up, get over it and be happy for people who have goals and dreams and the balls to go after them to make them come true. I am proud of Jael for trying to make something of her life for the better. I do not know her personally, but I would like too. She seems very down to earth, knows what she wants and how to get it.
Hi Jael!!
Jael may not have been the prettiest girl in the competition, but she truly was unique. She had a great attitude and pushed through every obstacle that got in her way. She was great for the competition because the embodied the attitude that all of these stuck up, cocky, bitchy, catty, who are allowed on this show should take some tips from. She kept her head up and kept going, and she loved everyone. I loved this girl and I think more people should try to be like her. I LOVE YOU, JAEL!
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