First of all, I would like to thank everyone involved in this show who put me through as a finalist! I also want to thank my friends, family and viewers of the show for supporting me, believing in me — and now, supporting my music.
Oh, where to begin? It can be a difficult thing being taken out of your environment and put into a loft with other women, but in this case it wasn't so (at least for me). I met wonderful women from different backgrounds and it has inspired me to push even harder for my dreams, even if I didn't necessarily like or agree with some of them. I walk away with new friendships and an experience that was fun… and hopefully opportunities to model more. I feel as though this show portrayed me for just who I am: a real, confident, no-drama straightforward kind of girl that can overcome life's obstacles and boundaries.
By no means did I always agree with the judges — particularly the comment from Miss Kim, which was that she felt Rachel had more potential have a longer modeling career. I love you, Rach, but I love it even more when people have opinions that aren't necessarily true at all. It drives me harder in my career and I usually go further. I've had to work for everything in my life and have had people who have believed in me and those who have not.
The message I want to relay is to NEVER give up on your hopes and dreams, whatever they may be, and never let past experiences hinder your future, because life is amazing and there is beauty in everything. Take the positive from it all! And what I take from this show is great friendships and my kids being a little bit more proud of me. Oh, and a modeling contract would be kinda cool, too. Much love to you all!
Rock on,
Sandy
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Sandy is the woman that should have won, she can act, model, sing, play guitar, and is a inspiring single mother to her two kids, she is the whole package. Not only does she have cheek bones that will slice a betch and eyes that will pierce your soul, she also is determined and has soo much confidence in herself. Who needs high heels when you can rock the converse and be comfortable in your own skin. Would much rather see a comfortable, edgy girl over the glitzed out, airbrushed, anorexic model look any day. As long as you feel beautiful and have a positive attitude, that is all that matters. You will go far in life, you hot cougar, you.
ROCK ON,
BETH XO
Sandy I was pulling for you from the start and when they let you go,I quit watching it. I wish you all the luck in the world and you are waay too good for this show which has most definitely gone downhill and is obviously "working the drama." You kick a* and take names gf!
Okay I watched all 7 episodes in the past 2 days & you were one of my favorites besides Jamie, Dolores, and Cynthia. I wish that you would have gone further, but I know that you will do well post show because you have that determination.
You wrote some very nice things~I love how you are very real and appreciative of all you have gained as a result of this particular competition. You were truly beautiful and I greatly enjoyed watching you on the show.
I particularly identified with your comment to not let the past hinder you, since that is my own struggle and something I continue to work on, instead of just letting go and living in the moment and focusing on the very real and valid things that are present in my life on a daily basis.
I hope you find success with your music and possibly find venues in the modeling arena-you have some very sound qualities to do either, no-one needs to really list those qualities, they are clearly visible and evident in your entire demeanor. Thank you for being on the show and most definitely wish you the best in your professional and personal life.
Sandy, you rocked!! Screw the others that just have their heads up their arses. You are beautiful and you'll definately go far what ever you do!!
We think you are beautifully sultry, and an alternative hottie. And, yes, they were wrong to let you go since Rachel really hasn't cut it during this series. We are also ecstatic that you were out in all kinds of ways.
I loved your face (those cheek bones can cut paper!!) and your laid back personality! They were WRONG to let you go! I wanted you to win the contest! You DO have that "something" going on…I'll miss ya!