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Me & You
Find a guy who calls you beautiful instead of hot, who calls you back when you hang up on him, who will lie under the stars and listen to your heartbeat, or will stay awake just to watch you sleep... wait for the boy who kisses your forehead, who wants to show you off to the world when you are in sweats, who holds your hand in front of his friends, who thinks you' re just as pretty without makeup on. One who is constantly reminding you of how much he cares and how lucky he is to have YOU... The one who turns to his friends and says, thats her...
Thursday, July 29, 2010
Q & A with Jasmine Sanders
Q: Hello, Jasmine how r u? I have a personal question r u and Chris still friends if u don't want to answer i understand sweetie?
A: Hi Regina Grant! I'm wonderful, thanks for asking! But I'd rather not discuss...
Q: What inspired you to start modeling?
A: Hi Briana Alyssa Brown! Funny thing, I used to be a tomboy! I was very into sports when I was in elementary and middle school. The older I got, the more girly I became! My mom has been doing makeup all my life so I've always been very fond of that. As I watched her work and became a fan of other models (Victoria Secret models to be exact) I always told myself that would one day be me. Once I began working, at the age of 13, professionally...thats when I knew that modeling was my one true passion in life!
Q: How did you get signed to BOSS Models?
A: Hi Nina ThaMo Tedder! When I was 13 years old, my mom was confronted by my mother agent, Sheilah Dixon of Millie Lewis South Carolina, to come to the agency to meet her. That meeting turned into a test shoot, which later turned into those images and some polaroids being sent off to Boss! Next thing I know my parents are asking me if I want to take modeling seriously and spend my last summer before beginning high school in New York. Obviously my response was YES! I spent that summer and many more in New York City and all over Europe! And as you can see now...My story is to be continued! :)
Q: How are you after everyone started hating on you? I hope you stay strong!
A: Hi Karen Aivadjian! I'm amazing! I am a very strong individual and have never been one to let someone's words phase me! I was raised very well by my parents and family. I am very close to my family and friends and at the end of the day, they know the truth and stay loyal to me no matter what! All of my experiences in life have not only made me stronger but has made me the humble person I am today. In all honesty, I laugh at how negative people can be towards others and the many lies people/blogs write about me! It's very entertaining!
Q: Would u like to have kids in the near future?
A: Hi Regina! I would like to have kids one day, but not any time soon. I'm only 19 and am currently focused on my modeling career and enjoying being young. :)
Q: Are you in the september or october issue of Seventeen mag?
A: Hello Briana! Actually it will either be in the October or November issue of Seventeen. When I find out exactly which issue I will be sure to update the fans on twitter and facebook. :)
Q: I JUST WANNA KNOW HOW DO YOU STAY IN SHAPE OR DO YOU JUST HAVE A GOOD BODY NO MATTER WHAT YOU EAT? CAUSE I WOULD LOVE 2 SHAPE UP AND YOUR BODY IS AMAZING LOL .
A: Thank you London! I definitely have to watch what I eat and work out regularly to maintain my body weight and stay in shape. I try to eat as healthy as possible, but I love food and cheat often (then pay for it in the gym lol). I wish I could say that I just stay skinny and eat whatever I want without stepping foot into the gym, but that would be a total lie. ;)
Q: When you're not modeling and you're just "Jasmine Sanders" What do you like to do in your spare time?
A: Alanni, thanks so much for your support! When I'm not working or hitting the gym, I love to watch movies. I'm a big movie junkie (old and new) and I'm a big Sex and the City fan. I also love spending time with my family and closest friends when I get the chance because I can be myself and we have way too much fun together. I love to act goofy, laugh, and have lazy days in my sweatpants with junk food and SATC re-runs. :)
Q: what does your tatoo say ?
A: Hi Regina Grant! I'm wonderful, thanks for asking! But I'd rather not discuss...
Q: What inspired you to start modeling?
A: Hi Briana Alyssa Brown! Funny thing, I used to be a tomboy! I was very into sports when I was in elementary and middle school. The older I got, the more girly I became! My mom has been doing makeup all my life so I've always been very fond of that. As I watched her work and became a fan of other models (Victoria Secret models to be exact) I always told myself that would one day be me. Once I began working, at the age of 13, professionally...thats when I knew that modeling was my one true passion in life!
Q: How did you get signed to BOSS Models?
A: Hi Nina ThaMo Tedder! When I was 13 years old, my mom was confronted by my mother agent, Sheilah Dixon of Millie Lewis South Carolina, to come to the agency to meet her. That meeting turned into a test shoot, which later turned into those images and some polaroids being sent off to Boss! Next thing I know my parents are asking me if I want to take modeling seriously and spend my last summer before beginning high school in New York. Obviously my response was YES! I spent that summer and many more in New York City and all over Europe! And as you can see now...My story is to be continued! :)
Q: How are you after everyone started hating on you? I hope you stay strong!
A: Hi Karen Aivadjian! I'm amazing! I am a very strong individual and have never been one to let someone's words phase me! I was raised very well by my parents and family. I am very close to my family and friends and at the end of the day, they know the truth and stay loyal to me no matter what! All of my experiences in life have not only made me stronger but has made me the humble person I am today. In all honesty, I laugh at how negative people can be towards others and the many lies people/blogs write about me! It's very entertaining!
Q: How old were you when you started modeling? And do you plan on being an actress on day?
A: Once again, thanks Regina Gant! I started modeling when I was 13 years old! My plans, since day one, are to make a household name for myself in the modeling industry and hopefully branch off to many different industries as my life and career continue! :)
Q: Jasmine whose your favorite rapper?
A: Hi Patrick Ter Minasian! Free Weezy! I'm a huge fan of Lil Wayne & T.I.
A: Once again, thanks Regina Gant! I started modeling when I was 13 years old! My plans, since day one, are to make a household name for myself in the modeling industry and hopefully branch off to many different industries as my life and career continue! :)
Q: Jasmine whose your favorite rapper?
A: Hi Patrick Ter Minasian! Free Weezy! I'm a huge fan of Lil Wayne & T.I.
Q: Do you still have a youtube account?
A: Hi Breanaloren Walton! No, I no longer have a youtube account.
Q: Do you idolize or look up to anyone in the modeling industry?
A: Hi & thank you Lilliana 'Lilz' Flaire!! [You are too kind] I definitely idolize Tyra Banks! She has made a household name for herself in the modeling industry, tried acting and singing, has her own talk show, and countless seasons of Americas Next Top Model. I also have always been a huge fan of Heidi Klum! [Fellow German :)] She is a wonderful model and I love watching her career grow with Victoria Secret and other clients. P.S. The fact that her body can bounce back after she has kids is definitely something I look up to as well. [For my future, of course lol!]
Q: So, what are your favorite artists/bands outside of Rap & RnB? How would you describe your personal style?
A: Hi Bridget Awosika! Pop-Lady Gaga/Christina Aguilera Country- Carrie Underwood/Lady Antebellum
I honestly don't know how to describe my personal style! Lol! It changes everyday! One day I'm just wanting to be comfy and the next I'm thinking "pain is beauty!"
Q: How are you? Who are some of your favorite VS models?
A: Hi Miante' Mitchell! I'm great! Thanks for asking :) As I've mentioned in a previous question, I absolutely love Tyra Banks and Heidi Klum, but I also love Adriana Lima, Gisele Bündchen, and Miranda Kerr!
Q: What's your advice to those who are starting to pursue their dreams?
A: Hi Briana Alyssa Brown! Whatever you do, NEVER give up! And like my dad always tells me, "Know that there is always someone working/pushing harder than you!"
Q: What is your race background and where were you born?
A: Hi Regina Grant! My mom is German and my dad is Black/American. I was born in Germany!! :)
Q: What mark do you want to leave on the fashion industry as a model who is a woman-of-color? Are you seeing a change in regards to body shape and weight standards? If you were to go to college, what would you major in?
A: Hi Trishana Mckendall-Jones! I really want to make a positive mark in the fashion industry. Not only do I want people to love my pictures and other work relating to modeling, but I want people to look up to me. I want young girls to tell their parents and elders, "I want to be just like Jasmine Sanders when I grow up!" I also want girls...and guys to know that anything is possible! You have to work harder than the person beside you, and harder than the person beside them! Dealing with body shapes and weight standards, it really depends on what type of modeling you are trying to pursue. Every client is looking for something different and the next best thing! Now, referring to college and what I would major in....hmmmm....I spent all my time in high school taking classes that would benefit me in college to become a Registered Nurse. I've always wanted to work in the health field, as long as I didn't have to deal with too much blood! Lol!
Q: Do your tattoos ever affect you being booked for shoots or shows?
A: Hi Ashley Lanay! I honestly haven't had any problems with booking jobs, due to my tattoos. When I first began getting tattoos I had to tell the clients that I would prefer that they edited my tattoos out, only because I didn't want them exposed. A lot of clients love my tattoos and want to show them off as much as possible! It's crazy! But I will say that I wouldn't recommend anyone to get a million and one tattoos! If you do feel that you should get one or more....as a model...make them as discrete as possible. Make sure it is something very thought out and in a place where you can hide them, if needed. :)
Q: How old are you? Do you like modeling? What tips or advice would you give young teenage girls today out here who want to pursue modeling as a career? If a female wanted to pursue modeling as a career what modeling agency or agencies would be the best agency to sign up for? What things must an up an coming model be aware of when entering the industry?
A: Hi Lorrie Prather! To answer a few of your questions...I'm 19 years old. I would have to enjoy some part of this industry to have been in it for 6 years, lol! There are so many ups and downs, its ridiculous! You need/have to be a very confident (but not arrogant) individual! There are going to be so many people in this industry that try to break you! You have to know that, as much as you want this to be something fun and entertaining, it is also a job! You can not come into this business feeling as if all you have to do is get your hair and makeup done, and take a picture. It is so much more than that!! A little heads up, if you're going to take this modeling or acting thing seriously, I really hope that you have someone you can really trust and depend on to be there for you 120%! I was lucky to have my mom! :)
A: Hi Breanaloren Walton! No, I no longer have a youtube account.
Q: Do you idolize or look up to anyone in the modeling industry?
A: Hi & thank you Lilliana 'Lilz' Flaire!! [You are too kind] I definitely idolize Tyra Banks! She has made a household name for herself in the modeling industry, tried acting and singing, has her own talk show, and countless seasons of Americas Next Top Model. I also have always been a huge fan of Heidi Klum! [Fellow German :)] She is a wonderful model and I love watching her career grow with Victoria Secret and other clients. P.S. The fact that her body can bounce back after she has kids is definitely something I look up to as well. [For my future, of course lol!]
Q: So, what are your favorite artists/bands outside of Rap & RnB? How would you describe your personal style?
A: Hi Bridget Awosika! Pop-Lady Gaga/Christina Aguilera Country- Carrie Underwood/Lady Antebellum
I honestly don't know how to describe my personal style! Lol! It changes everyday! One day I'm just wanting to be comfy and the next I'm thinking "pain is beauty!"
Q: How are you? Who are some of your favorite VS models?
A: Hi Miante' Mitchell! I'm great! Thanks for asking :) As I've mentioned in a previous question, I absolutely love Tyra Banks and Heidi Klum, but I also love Adriana Lima, Gisele Bündchen, and Miranda Kerr!
Q: What's your advice to those who are starting to pursue their dreams?
A: Hi Briana Alyssa Brown! Whatever you do, NEVER give up! And like my dad always tells me, "Know that there is always someone working/pushing harder than you!"
Q: What is your race background and where were you born?
A: Hi Regina Grant! My mom is German and my dad is Black/American. I was born in Germany!! :)
Q: What mark do you want to leave on the fashion industry as a model who is a woman-of-color? Are you seeing a change in regards to body shape and weight standards? If you were to go to college, what would you major in?
A: Hi Trishana Mckendall-Jones! I really want to make a positive mark in the fashion industry. Not only do I want people to love my pictures and other work relating to modeling, but I want people to look up to me. I want young girls to tell their parents and elders, "I want to be just like Jasmine Sanders when I grow up!" I also want girls...and guys to know that anything is possible! You have to work harder than the person beside you, and harder than the person beside them! Dealing with body shapes and weight standards, it really depends on what type of modeling you are trying to pursue. Every client is looking for something different and the next best thing! Now, referring to college and what I would major in....hmmmm....I spent all my time in high school taking classes that would benefit me in college to become a Registered Nurse. I've always wanted to work in the health field, as long as I didn't have to deal with too much blood! Lol!
Q: Do your tattoos ever affect you being booked for shoots or shows?
A: Hi Ashley Lanay! I honestly haven't had any problems with booking jobs, due to my tattoos. When I first began getting tattoos I had to tell the clients that I would prefer that they edited my tattoos out, only because I didn't want them exposed. A lot of clients love my tattoos and want to show them off as much as possible! It's crazy! But I will say that I wouldn't recommend anyone to get a million and one tattoos! If you do feel that you should get one or more....as a model...make them as discrete as possible. Make sure it is something very thought out and in a place where you can hide them, if needed. :)
Q: How old are you? Do you like modeling? What tips or advice would you give young teenage girls today out here who want to pursue modeling as a career? If a female wanted to pursue modeling as a career what modeling agency or agencies would be the best agency to sign up for? What things must an up an coming model be aware of when entering the industry?
A: Hi Lorrie Prather! To answer a few of your questions...I'm 19 years old. I would have to enjoy some part of this industry to have been in it for 6 years, lol! There are so many ups and downs, its ridiculous! You need/have to be a very confident (but not arrogant) individual! There are going to be so many people in this industry that try to break you! You have to know that, as much as you want this to be something fun and entertaining, it is also a job! You can not come into this business feeling as if all you have to do is get your hair and makeup done, and take a picture. It is so much more than that!! A little heads up, if you're going to take this modeling or acting thing seriously, I really hope that you have someone you can really trust and depend on to be there for you 120%! I was lucky to have my mom! :)
A: Hi Regina! I would like to have kids one day, but not any time soon. I'm only 19 and am currently focused on my modeling career and enjoying being young. :)
Q: Are you in the september or october issue of Seventeen mag?
A: Hello Briana! Actually it will either be in the October or November issue of Seventeen. When I find out exactly which issue I will be sure to update the fans on twitter and facebook. :)
Q: I JUST WANNA KNOW HOW DO YOU STAY IN SHAPE OR DO YOU JUST HAVE A GOOD BODY NO MATTER WHAT YOU EAT? CAUSE I WOULD LOVE 2 SHAPE UP AND YOUR BODY IS AMAZING LOL .
A: Thank you London! I definitely have to watch what I eat and work out regularly to maintain my body weight and stay in shape. I try to eat as healthy as possible, but I love food and cheat often (then pay for it in the gym lol). I wish I could say that I just stay skinny and eat whatever I want without stepping foot into the gym, but that would be a total lie. ;)
Q: When you're not modeling and you're just "Jasmine Sanders" What do you like to do in your spare time?
A: Alanni, thanks so much for your support! When I'm not working or hitting the gym, I love to watch movies. I'm a big movie junkie (old and new) and I'm a big Sex and the City fan. I also love spending time with my family and closest friends when I get the chance because I can be myself and we have way too much fun together. I love to act goofy, laugh, and have lazy days in my sweatpants with junk food and SATC re-runs. :)
Q: what does your tatoo say ?
A: Hey Anyi! Thanks for your question. The tattoo on my side says "Strength is nothing more than how well you hide your pain." It's a quote that holds special meaning to me. :)
♥
Thursday, July 8, 2010
Friday, April 9, 2010
The Frien-EMY
A friend had never betrayed me. Never, until yesterday, when I found out that one of my friends had not been a friend to me at all but, rather an anti-friend. I was floored. Total shock and disbelief was my name. How could I have been so wrong?
It’s not like I was too trusting. Quite the contrary, I was considered overly cautious, at least my mother thought so. “Like you’re the jewel of the Nile or something”, she’d say. I just believe that trust is something that you earn, that time makes a friend and, that a real friendship is like diamonds: forever.
I guess I should have seen it coming. My friend and I had been fighting for months. Little differences, looked past or overlooked in the beginning, over the past few months, became hard to ignore. We just argued, over everything but, I thought that underneath it all there was love and trust. So, I ignored the change in our relationship and treated them like a distant relative whom I love but can’t stand to be around.
Maybe that was my first mistake. Friendships, unlike family, are not forever. They limits and are based on mutual respect and the choice to act like a friend. If two people like each other and trust each other, they are friends. Two people who fight all the time and act like they hate each other’s guts are not friends; they are related.
Yet still, up until yesterday, I maintained that my friend and I deeply cared for each other and that, no matter what we might say, we would never do anything to hurt one another.
Wrong I was.
Although I could never do anything to hurt my friend, betray their trust or jeopardize the thing they valued most, my friend could and did. Apparently, among the “little differences” overlooked when we met was deceit and duplicity. I’d been had. The whole while I’m thinking I can trust my friend with my secrets, few and precious as they are, my friend is thinking of how best to exploit those secrets. They used every sketchy thing I ever did and every mean thing I ever said when I was angry to turn all my friends against me. I couldn’t believe this guy.
There are a lot of reason a friend can turn on you. It could be resentment, boredom, or just plain detestation. My “friend” saw me as the cause for all their problems. It seemed to them that it was my fault that they were unhappy. They felt that if they could take from me what they wanted, they would be happy. I wonder if it worked out the way they planned. It certainly seems like they have gotten what they wanted but I wonder if hurting me brought the joy they thought it would. Are they happy now?
Most likely, yes. They are quite happy. My reputation, if not ruined, is now deeply dented with and I have a lot of explaining to do to some very important people. They are probably pretty satisfied with themselves. That feeling however, is fleeting. That happiness was won through lies and backstabbing, actions not only morally reprehensible but, known to cause acne. Sure they’ll be laughing, laughing all the way to the Pro-Activ kiosk at the mall.
Its hard to say how to pick your friends. Obviously, I haven’t gotten it down to a science. I can tell you this though, a friend doesn’t fight with you all the time or make you feel bad about yourself. A friend is someone who you can trust, who makes you feel glad to be yourself, and who would never talk behind your back. My mom told me that if I can say I had five good friends in my lifetime, I would have lived a good life. Even though I am one short now, it’s still a good life.
It’s not like I was too trusting. Quite the contrary, I was considered overly cautious, at least my mother thought so. “Like you’re the jewel of the Nile or something”, she’d say. I just believe that trust is something that you earn, that time makes a friend and, that a real friendship is like diamonds: forever.
I guess I should have seen it coming. My friend and I had been fighting for months. Little differences, looked past or overlooked in the beginning, over the past few months, became hard to ignore. We just argued, over everything but, I thought that underneath it all there was love and trust. So, I ignored the change in our relationship and treated them like a distant relative whom I love but can’t stand to be around.
Maybe that was my first mistake. Friendships, unlike family, are not forever. They limits and are based on mutual respect and the choice to act like a friend. If two people like each other and trust each other, they are friends. Two people who fight all the time and act like they hate each other’s guts are not friends; they are related.
Yet still, up until yesterday, I maintained that my friend and I deeply cared for each other and that, no matter what we might say, we would never do anything to hurt one another.
Wrong I was.
Although I could never do anything to hurt my friend, betray their trust or jeopardize the thing they valued most, my friend could and did. Apparently, among the “little differences” overlooked when we met was deceit and duplicity. I’d been had. The whole while I’m thinking I can trust my friend with my secrets, few and precious as they are, my friend is thinking of how best to exploit those secrets. They used every sketchy thing I ever did and every mean thing I ever said when I was angry to turn all my friends against me. I couldn’t believe this guy.
There are a lot of reason a friend can turn on you. It could be resentment, boredom, or just plain detestation. My “friend” saw me as the cause for all their problems. It seemed to them that it was my fault that they were unhappy. They felt that if they could take from me what they wanted, they would be happy. I wonder if it worked out the way they planned. It certainly seems like they have gotten what they wanted but I wonder if hurting me brought the joy they thought it would. Are they happy now?
Most likely, yes. They are quite happy. My reputation, if not ruined, is now deeply dented with and I have a lot of explaining to do to some very important people. They are probably pretty satisfied with themselves. That feeling however, is fleeting. That happiness was won through lies and backstabbing, actions not only morally reprehensible but, known to cause acne. Sure they’ll be laughing, laughing all the way to the Pro-Activ kiosk at the mall.
Its hard to say how to pick your friends. Obviously, I haven’t gotten it down to a science. I can tell you this though, a friend doesn’t fight with you all the time or make you feel bad about yourself. A friend is someone who you can trust, who makes you feel glad to be yourself, and who would never talk behind your back. My mom told me that if I can say I had five good friends in my lifetime, I would have lived a good life. Even though I am one short now, it’s still a good life.
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