Dear Natasha, Nick and Rita ;

I'm in the process of moving down to Los Angeles where my new life begins as a Ford model, things are pretty hectic, but, as I'm packing up my belongings to leave the house I grew up in, with all my memories and dreams, I can't help but reflect on how I got to this point. Aware it all began with 'JRP' I would like to take a moment to express to you my appreciation for all that you have done to get me where I'm at.

Natasha, when I first met you in Santa Maria you filled me such hope and inspiration that my dream of becoming a model could actually come true ! You believed in me even from the start. Without your wisdom and encouragement I wouldn't have entered 'JRP'- I simply didn't believe I had what it takes ! Thank you Natasha ! It seems to me 'JRP' all began with you and ended with you and your help in landing me my Ford contract. I owe you so much Gratitude I don't think I will ever be able to Thank You enough, words just don't seem adequate. I hope the future brings you the promise you saw in me on that first day we met.

Rita, you took a room full of teenagers, and taught them class, sophistication and how to the best they could be. Without your patience and hours of practice of walking the runway I surely would have tripped and bumbled at iPOP !! Thank you so much for coming all the way to iPop, it meant so much to me that you were there not only for guidance and support but, you were there to listen to my fears and you gave me reassurance when I needed it the most. Thank you so much Rita !

Nic, you amaze me ! Your humor, your energy, your excitement for your job it's inspiring ! I'm in awe at how you can analyze a scene, turn it around and put it into words I can understand and feel to play out my role. You are a brilliant teacher. I love all the jokes and laughs we have shared along the way, and I miss you so much ! I am so impressed at your knowledge of the business and how it works, I only hope that one day I can know half as much as you ! Nic, Thank you so so much for all you gave to all of us in class. You are a wonderful memory from JRP, I hope to see you again and share more laughs and good times soon !

I would also like to add, that iPOP was a Faboulous experience ! It was a blast all the way around ! I enjoyed having all the gang in the same hotel, bumping into each other sharing our stories and experiences and laughing at how much fun we were having. The schedule was crazy fun, not a dull moment there ! The judges were so sweet. And, I especially loved when I got to put all my learning to practice ! If I had a question...... Call Nic ! he would always have a ready answer. I truly enjoyed going to iPOP !

I wish you all a Super Merry Christmas and Wonderful Healthy Happy New Year !!!

With all my respect and gratitude,

Lyndee Katz