Former DCCs: Where They've Gone & What They're Doing

[ByTor]

5 hours ago, Quoth said:

Having dealt with visas myself, regarding Yuko I think it's important to remember that if they'd insisted on her turning up to rehearsals and the first game without the proper documentation, it could have potentially landed the DCC in extremely hot legal water. I doubt it was any kind of favouritism, simply avoiding a potential run in with whomever does immigration in the US and getting fined.

Plus I'm sure the immigration rules changed from the time Yoshiko/Angela/Jinelle 1st made it, Yuko likely had no choice as far as the timing went for when she had to go back to Japan.  I know the instinct is to say "she should have gotten the process started earlier," but she very likely could have done it as early as possible & her hands were tied.

[IrishJig]

As someone who worked outside of the US, I don't think Yuko could do much before actually getting 'hired' by the DCC, so she was stuck flying back and forth during training camp.  

Typically you need your employer to do some of the paperwork for your visa.  

[dreamcatcher]

4 hours ago, IrishJig said:

As someone who worked outside of the US, I don't think Yuko could do much before actually getting 'hired' by the DCC, so she was stuck flying back and forth during training camp.  

Typically you need your employer to do some of the paperwork for your visa.  

The thing is, dcc do state on their website that the girls need to figure it out on their own and they won’t be sponsored, so it doesn’t look like that was the case for Yuko. Jinelle and Angela had to figure it out on their own and were both there for their rookie year-Jinelle only left as a veteran and that was during a break. She of course had to miss practice but that was because she was hospitalized.

To be honest, of course I don’t think Yuko was in the wrong. I just think it’s extremely unfair that the have one rule obviously implemented in the other cases, but they again break their own rules for the one they want and are open about it on tv. I don’t think it’s fair to let someone figure out her paperwork when it’s not dcc sponsored, she isn’t yet an employee and it’s not even an essential staff kind of position, yet you won’t let girls miss practice when they’re sick or for funerals for example. Graduation might not be important for everyone, but being forced to miss funerals of close family or friends and being forced to be in the studio when you’re freaking contagious just doesn’t make sense.

[aeroluv327]

5 hours ago, dreamcatcher said:

The thing is, dcc do state on their website that the girls need to figure it out on their own and they won’t be sponsored, so it doesn’t look like that was the case for Yuko. Jinelle and Angela had to figure it out on their own and were both there for their rookie year-Jinelle only left as a veteran and that was during a break. She of course had to miss practice but that was because she was hospitalized.

To be honest, of course I don’t think Yuko was in the wrong. I just think it’s extremely unfair that the have one rule obviously implemented in the other cases, but they again break their own rules for the one they want and are open about it on tv. I don’t think it’s fair to let someone figure out her paperwork when it’s not dcc sponsored, she isn’t yet an employee and it’s not even an essential staff kind of position, yet you won’t let girls miss practice when they’re sick or for funerals for example. Graduation might not be important for everyone, but being forced to miss funerals of close family or friends and being forced to be in the studio when you’re freaking contagious just doesn’t make sense.

Just because we didn't see Jinelle or Angela have to travel for their visas doesn't mean it didn't happen.  Plenty of stuff gets left on the cutting room floor, especially if there wasn't any real reason to show it.  In Yuko's case, the timing meant that she missed learning the field entrance and had to learn it outside of the usual practice.  Later, Jinelle got stuck in Australia longer than expected due to a medical emergency and missed the very beginning of training camp.  It's likely that both Angela and Jinelle travelled to get their visas squared away during their rookie training camp but didn't miss anything major in rehearsals so they just didn't show it. 

Remember, too, that CMT isn't filming every single rehearsal during training camp, only the ones that Kelly and Judy are evaluating and those rehearsals are the ones that the girls are expected to attend in full makeup and in their pink and blue outfits.  The other rehearsals are mandatory, but do not have required outfits and are often taught by other staff and/or group leaders.  

Edited July 22, 2020 by aeroluv327
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[viccib]

17 hours ago, Quoth said:

Having dealt with visas myself, regarding Yuko I think it's important to remember that if they'd insisted on her turning up to rehearsals and the first game without the proper documentation, it could have potentially landed the DCC in extremely hot legal water. I doubt it was any kind of favouritism, simply avoiding a potential run in with whomever does immigration in the US and getting fined.

This is true, I know an Aussie who lives & works in Atlanta and she has to come home every 2 years to renew her visa.

10 hours ago, IrishJig said:

As someone who worked outside of the US, I don't think Yuko could do much before actually getting 'hired' by the DCC, so she was stuck flying back and forth during training camp.  

Typically you need your employer to do some of the paperwork for your visa.  

This is true, I know an Aussie who lives & works in Atlanta and she has to come home every 2 years to renew her visa.

 

 

 

 

Edited July 22, 2020 by viccib
wrong quote. sorry.

[aeroluv327]

On 7/20/2020 at 8:14 AM, mizzhyer said:

I'm on board with that 🙂  Sasha was one of my faves and I wish she had stayed longer than 2 years.  🙂 

Agreed, she was one of my all-time favorites!  So gorgeous and an amazing dancer.  I'm watching her rookie season on Pluto right now, they just did her little intro with her daughter and she is just a doll!  If she still looks like Sasha's mini-me, I bet she'd be a great legacy!

[JarlenaFan2024]

23 hours ago, viccib said:

This is true, I know an Aussie who lives & works in Atlanta and she has to come home every 2 years to renew her visa.

Has she considered applying for American citizenship?

[viccib]

47 minutes ago, BluegrassDCCFan said:

Has she considered applying for American citizenship?

No, I don't think so. I think she kinda likes coming home to see everyone when she has to renew.

[mizzhyer]

13 hours ago, aeroluv327 said:

Agreed, she was one of my all-time favorites!  So gorgeous and an amazing dancer.  I'm watching her rookie season on Pluto right now, they just did her little intro with her daughter and she is just a doll!  If she still looks like Sasha's mini-me, I bet she'd be a great legacy!

Yeh..she is 🙂 and she really is a great dancer as well.

[IrishJig]

On 7/22/2020 at 6:21 PM, BluegrassDCCFan said:

Has she considered applying for American citizenship?

If she did become a US citizen, she would have to pay US income tax for the rest of her life, even if she leaves the US. 

A lot of companies counsel younger workers (if visa renewals are not a problem) to wait until they know for sure they plan to reside in the US forever. Most other countries don't tax your outside income.

It's why my husband waited so long to apply for US citizenship - we joked about how I knew he was 'really serious' when he was taking on lifelong income tax if we ever end up moving again. 

 

 

[JarlenaFan2024]

Someone remind me pls.  Who did Lauren Parker cheer for pre DCC? Dolphins?

[Holly85]

5 minutes ago, BluegrassDCCFan said:

Someone remind me pls.  Who did Lauren Parker cheer for pre DCC? Dolphins?

Dolphins 

[Teriyaki Terror]

Caila and Lacey need to stop promoting their MLMs. They looks f****** stupid. 

[CailynA]

2 hours ago, Teriyaki Terror said:

Caila and Lacey need to stop promoting their MLMs. They looks f****** stupid. 

I worry about the number of these girls who wind up in MLMs

[MrsEVH]

On 7/24/2020 at 10:48 PM, BluegrassDCCFan said:

Someone remind me pls.  Who did Lauren Parker cheer for pre DCC? Dolphins?

 

[JarlenaFan2024]

On 7/25/2020 at 2:57 PM, Teriyaki Terror said:

Caila and Lacey need to stop promoting their MLMs. They looks f****** stupid. 

 

23 hours ago, CailynA said:

I worry about the number of these girls who wind up in MLMs

OK I wasn't gonna ask this and sound stupid but I have no clue.....what is a MLM?????? *hides*

[go4luca]

31 minutes ago, BluegrassDCCFan said:

 

OK I wasn't gonna ask this and sound stupid but I have no clue.....what is a MLM?????? *hides*

MLM = multi level marketing.  A strategy that some direct sales companies use to encourage existing distributors to recruit new distributors.

Personally, I avoid MLM companies or distributors like the plague.

[chabelisaywow]

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Personally, I avoid MLM companies or distributors like the plague.

MLMs better known as "pyramid schemes" or "ponzi scheme"

[JarlenaFan2024]

5 hours ago, go4luca said:

MLM = multi level marketing.  A strategy that some direct sales companies use to encourage existing distributors to recruit new distributors.

Personally, I avoid MLM companies or distributors like the plague.

 

3 hours ago, chabelisaywow said:

MLMs better known as "pyramid schemes" or "ponzi scheme"

Thanks 🙂

[DancingDina13]

On 7/19/2020 at 11:59 AM, aeroluv327 said:

Yeah, I think it just depends on how hot it is in Vegas. I live in Atlanta, which is hot and humid (sometimes miserable, especially in August), but it doesn’t usually get into the 100s. So, 95 degrees in Vegas is probably better than 95 degrees in Atlanta due to the lack of humidit

I have lived in Vegas and currently live in Atlanta myself and yes the 110 degrees in Vegas is nothing compared to the 94 with humidity in Atlanta . I would take that dry heat anyway over this misery 

[EricaShadows]

7 minutes ago, DancingDina13 said:

I have lived in Vegas and currently live in Atlanta myself and yes the 110 degrees in Vegas is nothing compared to the 94 with humidity in Atlanta . I would take that dry heat anyway over this misery 

I've lived, albeit for a short period of time, in both Las Vegas and Alabama either during the summer or going into the summer and I would choose Alabama over Las Vegas any time.  While both have their drawbacks, I prefer the humidity over the dryness.  In fact, I would prefer the humidity over the bugs, the scorpions and the people handing out XXX advertising to families on the strip.  At least that last past occurred when I was there a good 20 years or so ago.  It is one of many reasons I have not returned.

[dreamcatcher]

So uhm, i really liked Lacey... until she retired and she started being more active in SM. In her stories today we have a spectacular demonstration of how to wear a mask (with your whole nose hanging out ofc!!) AND an eyelash product plug -which sorry but did she really check to see how her eyelashes were even looking in the video?

Sorry, I just find that a lot of the girls seem extremely vapid the more they talk. That’s why I liked Jenk and Kashara-they have strong personalities and like them or not, they know what’s coming out of their mouths most of the time at least. And JenK has the most impressive vocabulary in a sea of uhm like y’alls. #sorrynotsorry

[mk626]

31 minutes ago, dreamcatcher said:

So uhm, i really liked Lacey... until she retired and she started being more active in SM. In her stories today we have a spectacular demonstration of how to wear a mask (with your whole nose hanging out ofc!!) AND an eyelash product plug -which sorry but did she really check to see how her eyelashes were even looking in the video?

Sorry, I just find that a lot of the girls seem extremely vapid the more they talk. That’s why I liked Jenk and Kashara-they have strong personalities and like them or not, they know what’s coming out of their mouths most of the time at least. And JenK has the most impressive vocabulary in a sea of uhm like y’alls. #sorrynotsorry

Caila is worse than Lacey in my book with the MLM. Her stories are the same things over and over again (making her weight loss coffee drink that she sells through her MLM, recruiting members for her MLM, and talking about how successful she is through her MLM business). 

Right now she is on a vacation with her family in Gulf Shores, AL (a hot spot) from Dallas (another hot spot) and there are no masks to be seen, even though the resort they are at says masks are required. It irks me because my family was supposed to be taking a vacation this week but we canceled due to COVID. 

[Teriyaki Terror]

On 7/25/2020 at 4:56 PM, CailynA said:

I worry about the number of these girls who wind up in MLMs

Lacey just did an Insta story on her R&F lashes, giiiiiiirl they don't even look good. 

47 minutes ago, mk626 said:

AND an eyelash product plug -which sorry but did she really check to see how her eyelashes were even looking in the video?

Thank you!!!! They looked horrible. 

[aeroluv327]

1 hour ago, dreamcatcher said:

So uhm, i really liked Lacey... until she retired and she started being more active in SM. In her stories today we have a spectacular demonstration of how to wear a mask (with your whole nose hanging out ofc!!) AND an eyelash product plug -which sorry but did she really check to see how her eyelashes were even looking in the video?

Sorry, I just find that a lot of the girls seem extremely vapid the more they talk. That’s why I liked Jenk and Kashara-they have strong personalities and like them or not, they know what’s coming out of their mouths most of the time at least. And JenK has the most impressive vocabulary in a sea of uhm like y’alls. #sorrynotsorry

I agree, I'm probably going to unfollow her soon.  The over-the-top loooong engagement video (seriously, who does that?) was eyeroll-worthy and it's kind of gone downhill since then.

[CailynA]

1 hour ago, mk626 said:

Caila is worse than Lacey in my book with the MLM. Her stories are the same things over and over again (making her weight loss coffee drink that she sells through her MLM, recruiting members for her MLM, and talking about how successful she is through her MLM business). 

Right now she is on a vacation with her family in Gulf Shores, AL (a hot spot) from Dallas (another hot spot) and there are no masks to be seen, even though the resort they are at says masks are required. It irks me because my family was supposed to be taking a vacation this week but we canceled due to COVID. 

That kind of stuff is making me crazy bc we also canceled our vacay (to Florida) bc of Covid. 

[jlc]

11 hours ago, aeroluv327 said:

I agree, I'm probably going to unfollow her soon.  The over-the-top loooong engagement video (seriously, who does that?) was eyeroll-worthy and it's kind of gone downhill since then.

I just made almost the same comment on another page!😂😂😂. I feel the same way, and I really liked her as a DCC. Now, I feel like you, getting ready to unfollow her, and you can not tell me in that "engagement" video that she did not know what was going on! That kind of staged surprise irritates me. 

[dariafan]

Calia, was she the one that said she had been groomed to be a dcc and really had no fall back plan ?

[Meleighsa]

50 minutes ago, dariafan said:

Calia, was she the one that said she had been groomed to be a dcc and really had no fall back plan ?

That's the one!

[dreamcatcher]

21 hours ago, mk626 said:

Caila is worse than Lacey in my book with the MLM. Her stories are the same things over and over again (making her weight loss coffee drink that she sells through her MLM, recruiting members for her MLM, and talking about how successful she is through her MLM business). 

Right now she is on a vacation with her family in Gulf Shores, AL (a hot spot) from Dallas (another hot spot) and there are no masks to be seen, even though the resort they are at says masks are required. It irks me because my family was supposed to be taking a vacation this week but we canceled due to COVID. 

Dear god... I’m not following Caila so I went to check her profile and that’s her second post. For me it’s even worse when things like that come from dancers/athletes. They are either extremely stupid and know nothing about nutrition (which sounds unbelievable for an athlete, some may be using the wrong uhm tools to stay in shape but they absolutely know it’s wrong) or are taking advantage of their looks to persuade people to consume garbage promising they will get their abs. 

[mk626]

4 hours ago, Meleighsa said:

That's the one!

Also she was one of Melissa Rycroft’s special projects. Melissa brought in her parents (along with Breelan’s parents) to a special coaching session where they watched videos of her dancing (Melissa show videos of them dancing? Shocking!) and then they gave her a pep talk.

She was cut in 2016 after her second season due to weight gain/bad interview (Jay asked her what Trump’s stance on the wall was and she couldn’t answer). Rumors at the time was that she was that was given the axe for being a problematic party girl. Looking at her instagram provides evidence to support that theory. 

[Tulip86]

All the self-promoting is getting crazy. I saw quite a few of them also posted a black and white picture of themselves on Instagram while having no idea what that challenge was about. It's about women getting murdered in Turkey and that violence against women is rampant. As in, any woman could be the next black and white image in a newspaper next to the article about her murder. Not glamourshots of beautyqueens.

 

Sorry for the rant but this made me very angry. 

[veronicamers]

3 hours ago, Tulip86 said:

All the self-promoting is getting crazy. I saw quite a few of them also posted a black and white picture of themselves on Instagram while having no idea what that challenge was about. It's about women getting murdered in Turkey and that violence against women is rampant. As in, any woman could be the next black and white image in a newspaper next to the article about her murder. Not glamourshots of beautyqueens.

 

Sorry for the rant but this made me very angry. 

I agree. The only former DCC I saw who had actually researched the background on the situation in Turkey and what the challenge was all about was Lauren (a forever fave).

[dariafan]

3 hours ago, veronicamers said:

I agree. The only former DCC I saw who had actually researched the background on the situation in Turkey and what the challenge was all about was Lauren (a forever fave).

Awww sweet Lauren 

[aeroluv327]

3 hours ago, veronicamers said:

I agree. The only former DCC I saw who had actually researched the background on the situation in Turkey and what the challenge was all about was Lauren (a forever fave).

Former TCC Jasmine shared the original post, that's how I found out what the challenge actually meant.

7 hours ago, Tulip86 said:

All the self-promoting is getting crazy. I saw quite a few of them also posted a black and white picture of themselves on Instagram while having no idea what that challenge was about. It's about women getting murdered in Turkey and that violence against women is rampant. As in, any woman could be the next black and white image in a newspaper next to the article about her murder. Not glamourshots of beautyqueens.

 

Sorry for the rant but this made me very angry. 

To be fair, it's not just them.  SO many of my friends (most of us are a few years older than current DCC) have done this "challenge accepted" thing and it is very cringey.  

Edited July 29, 2020 by aeroluv327
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[dreamcatcher]

7 minutes ago, aeroluv327 said:

Former TCC Jasmine shared the original post, that's how I found out what the challenge actually meant.

To be fair, it's not just them.  SO many of my friends (most of us are a few years older than current DCC) have done this "challenge accepted" thing and it is very cringey.  

Yeah, I agree... it’s amazing that it got spread across the globe, but it’s a pity people don’t even understand what it’s about. I’m still judging “influencers” harder than normal people whose posts aren’t viewed by thousands of people. And especially when aaaall dcc claim that they became cheerleaders for the community service and empowerment, i’d expect them to actually highlight the issue at hand instead of using it as an excuse to post another picture of them.

Even something similar to what Heather posted, where she’s embracing another woman and has a beautiful caption is coming across as less self centered. Still missing the actual point, but doesn’t seem quite tone deaf.

[pinkandsparkly13]

I agree. Some are just saying it's about women empowerment, which is great, but look into the real issue. Don't just post pretty black and white pictures of yourself. I'd also love to see some actual "real/normal" pictures. They don't need to airbrush and edit them to death. It seems like most of them are posting pretty much professional photos. I wanna see imperfections like mine! 

[LynneH]

Here's what I found about the "challenge accepted" trend.  Since this came from the internet 🤨 who knows what the "true" intent is until the person that originated speaks up.

 

https://www.standard.co.uk/insider/alist/black-white-challenge-accepted-instagram-a4510516.html

 

A new viral Instagram challenge is encouraging women to share black and white selfies on their social media accounts.

The new trend, referred to as “Challenge Accepted” or the “Women Supporting Women Challenge,” invites women to share a simple black and white photo of themselves.

Already, celebrities such as Reese Witherspoon, Olivia Wilde and Naomi Watts have taken part.

But what is it about, exactly? Here's what you need to know...

What is the #ChallengeAccepted trend?

In a bid to share positivity and encourage female empowerment during the challenging time of the pandemic, women have been posting black and white selfies and tagging their friends to do the same - often penning heartfelt captions about strength and solidarity.

A public relations and influencer marketing manager for social media marketing firm Later told the New York Times that the new trend may have been sparked by US Representative Alexandra Ocasio-Cortez, after she spoke out against sexist comments made against her by US Representative Ted Yoho.

The powerful video triggered a wave of posts about female empowerment and feminism, which some have suggested may have also sparked the new challenge.

Some connected the challenge to another intended to spread awareness of violence against women happening in Turkey. On Twitter, a post circulated claiming the challenge was started by Turkish women to raise awareness for femicide after the murder of Pınar Gültekin. However, others dispute this and say while women were sharing black and white photos, it was not as part of this challenge. Instead, the accompanying hashtags were said to translate to "say no to violence against women" and "enforce the Istanbul Treaty," which protects women's rights.

 

 

 

 

[Tulip86]

6 hours ago, LynneH said:

Here's what I found about the "challenge accepted" trend.  Since this came from the internet 🤨 who knows what the "true" intent is until the person that originated speaks up.

 

https://www.standard.co.uk/insider/alist/black-white-challenge-accepted-instagram-a4510516.html

 

A new viral Instagram challenge is encouraging women to share black and white selfies on their social media accounts.

The new trend, referred to as “Challenge Accepted” or the “Women Supporting Women Challenge,” invites women to share a simple black and white photo of themselves.

Already, celebrities such as Reese Witherspoon, Olivia Wilde and Naomi Watts have taken part.

But what is it about, exactly? Here's what you need to know...

What is the #ChallengeAccepted trend?

In a bid to share positivity and encourage female empowerment during the challenging time of the pandemic, women have been posting black and white selfies and tagging their friends to do the same - often penning heartfelt captions about strength and solidarity.

A public relations and influencer marketing manager for social media marketing firm Later told the New York Times that the new trend may have been sparked by US Representative Alexandra Ocasio-Cortez, after she spoke out against sexist comments made against her by US Representative Ted Yoho.

The powerful video triggered a wave of posts about female empowerment and feminism, which some have suggested may have also sparked the new challenge.

Some connected the challenge to another intended to spread awareness of violence against women happening in Turkey. On Twitter, a post circulated claiming the challenge was started by Turkish women to raise awareness for femicide after the murder of Pınar Gültekin. However, others dispute this and say while women were sharing black and white photos, it was not as part of this challenge. Instead, the accompanying hashtags were said to translate to "say no to violence against women" and "enforce the Istanbul Treaty," which protects women's rights.

Typed a lenghty reply on the link of the challenge and the current issues in Turkey and the recent femicide wave connected to the Istanbul treaty not being upheld but I have a feeling the mods aren't looking for another political thread 😅.

My issue lies with the vapid nature of the use of some of their platforms.The MLMs, the self-serving pictures,the sponsored posts. Very few use their huge platform to focus attention on charity and causes. 

[dreamcatcher]

10 hours ago, pinkandsparkly13 said:

I agree. Some are just saying it's about women empowerment, which is great, but look into the real issue. Don't just post pretty black and white pictures of yourself. I'd also love to see some actual "real/normal" pictures. They don't need to airbrush and edit them to death. It seems like most of them are posting pretty much professional photos. I wanna see imperfections like mine! 

Exactly this! And that’s why i mentioned Heather’s photo. I’d rather see a photo with a meaning or a more “vulnerable” photo. I mean, even if the challenge is to promote women and support each other through our insecurities, how is a professional photoshoot relevant in any way? Like what, these model-like girls need a push to publish these professional photos? Thank God they found the strength to publish them!

9 hours ago, LynneH said:

Here's what I found about the "challenge accepted" trend.  Since this came from the internet 🤨 who knows what the "true" intent is until the person that originated speaks up.

 

https://www.standard.co.uk/insider/alist/black-white-challenge-accepted-instagram-a4510516.html

 

A new viral Instagram challenge is encouraging women to share black and white selfies on their social media accounts.

The new trend, referred to as “Challenge Accepted” or the “Women Supporting Women Challenge,” invites women to share a simple black and white photo of themselves.

Already, celebrities such as Reese Witherspoon, Olivia Wilde and Naomi Watts have taken part.

But what is it about, exactly? Here's what you need to know...

What is the #ChallengeAccepted trend?

In a bid to share positivity and encourage female empowerment during the challenging time of the pandemic, women have been posting black and white selfies and tagging their friends to do the same - often penning heartfelt captions about strength and solidarity.

A public relations and influencer marketing manager for social media marketing firm Later told the New York Times that the new trend may have been sparked by US Representative Alexandra Ocasio-Cortez, after she spoke out against sexist comments made against her by US Representative Ted Yoho.

The powerful video triggered a wave of posts about female empowerment and feminism, which some have suggested may have also sparked the new challenge.

Some connected the challenge to another intended to spread awareness of violence against women happening in Turkey. On Twitter, a post circulated claiming the challenge was started by Turkish women to raise awareness for femicide after the murder of Pınar Gültekin. However, others dispute this and say while women were sharing black and white photos, it was not as part of this challenge. Instead, the accompanying hashtags were said to translate to "say no to violence against women" and "enforce the Istanbul Treaty," which protects women's rights.

 

 

 

 

Honestly, there are a lot of “challenges” circulating so there’s no just one source. A few months ago during quarantine there’s was one asking to post one picture of just yourself, which was more about being ok with posting pictures of yourself and other women only “allowed” to say positive things underneath. I think this one and the Turkish one have been blended together... but the black and white comes from the Turkish challenge and the point is that you stand in solidarity with all these women being killed and showing to the world that you may be the next one..

[Mabinogia]

I have a feeling you fine folks did more research on the "challenges" than the girls posting the photos, who probably saw a "friend" posting one and didn't want to be left out. I'm sure one or two of them might actually understand the meaning behind it, but I am sure not all of them do. They just don't all seem that aware. 

[RedDelicious]

On 7/29/2020 at 5:16 PM, pinkandsparkly13 said:

I agree. Some are just saying it's about women empowerment, which is great, but look into the real issue. Don't just post pretty black and white pictures of yourself. I'd also love to see some actual "real/normal" pictures. They don't need to airbrush and edit them to death. It seems like most of them are posting pretty much professional photos. I wanna see imperfections like mine! 

100% agree.  I think social media challenges are stupid and they do absolutely nothing except garner praise and compliments for the people "participating."  It's completely self-important.  Plus to your point, the photos people use are edited to hell.  Tell me how perfect selfies are helping women in Turkey?  How much personal/emotional effort does it require to post a pretty picture of oneself?  

[Laurendcc]

Woah you guys , have you seen kalyssa lately??? Something happened to her face, her plastic surgery went too far 😞

[DCC-UK]

10 hours ago, RedDelicious said:

100% agree.  I think social media challenges are stupid and they do absolutely nothing except garner praise and compliments for the people "participating."  It's completely self-important.  Plus to your point, the photos people use are edited to hell.  Tell me how perfect selfies are helping women in Turkey?  How much personal/emotional effort does it require to post a pretty picture of oneself?  

As someone who does social media a lot for work/blogging, I’d much rather skip the challenges, share posts that are actually informational and educational and have the hard conversations and discussions in real life! 

Like you say, what does a black and white selfie actually do? I’d rather do some actual research, be informed on what’s going on and discuss the issue with someone. Those people not posting, you've no idea what’s going on behind the scenes. They could be informing themselves and chatting to people they know! 

[JarlenaFan2024]

Christina Riccelli officially leaving Texas

 

[Holly85]

20 minutes ago, BluegrassDCCFan said:

Christina Riccelli officially leaving Texas

 

Yeah her boyfriend is from Washington 

[Meleighsa]

53 minutes ago, BluegrassDCCFan said:

Christina Riccelli officially leaving Texas

 

Good for her, looking happy and cute! Her DCC journey has had highs and lows, but she has my respect and well-wishes. Love the cute pics she takes with her boyfriend, especially that cute one with them and Amy and her hubby in uniform on the field with their guys holding them on their shoulders, since people confuse them, apparently.

[moonchild81]

katy cherry is having baby # 2 in january

[kalibean]

They’re super cute together, and she does look very happy. So good for them! 
 

IIRC, this is the man that Mandy (now Raiderette coach) left her studio in WA behind to move to Dallas with, right? And after they broke up he met Christina, and now looks to be going home. I don’t think there was any shadiness there, just an interesting run of coincidences. I swear Dallas is SUCH  a small city sometimes. 

[TUOwl84]