Results

So I received an email the other day from ABC Studios informing me that I did not receive the position. Yes, I am a little bummed out that I didn't get it, but to be perfectly honest, I have absolutely no regrets.

This process (as cliche as it will sound) has taught me alot. Perhaps the most important thing I realized is that I am still VERY young in this industry. Most people that were applying for this position were 5+ years older than me. I know that just getting to the Final 20 was a major accomplishment in itself.

Furthermore, I have learned that I have the most incredible support system. Everyone has been so supportive and kind to me these last few weeks...giving me words of encouragement and wisdom...and it really has meant a great deal to me.

I also know that this is not the end. In fact, it's just the beginning. Some of my friends that work at ABC / Disney have told me that, often times, people that don't make it into the program the first year will make it in their 2nd, 3rd, of 4th. It's all just a matter of time.

In the words of Conan O'Brien, "Nobody gets exactly what they thought they were going to get in life, but if you work hard, and you're kind, amazing things will happen."

And on that happy note, I am pleased to report that I will be working with America's Next Top Model this coming June :) It should be an amazing opportunity to gain experience and make friends in the industry, and I am certainly looking forward to it.

For now, that's it. I'll be updating much more as the week goes on. Sara will be visiting during the second half of the week and I am SUPER excited about it, so there will be a ton of pictures and updates to come. Also, there will be an exciting post later this week about another adventure I am embarking on. I can't say anything yet, but I'll be able to post info at the end of the week. You WON'T want to miss out!

Thanks again to everyone who's been there for me and shown me nothing but support and love these last few weeks (and always, for that matter). I hope it shows, but in case it doesn't, I greatly appreciate it.