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"the clueless realtor"- Single, former music video model/tv personality, resident of Manhattan beginning a new career as a real estate agent. On the show, Melyssa struggles with issues of overspending. She also expresses frustration of being nearly 40 years old and struggling with the concept of career and professionalism. The show follows her journey to deciding on how she will continue to earn a living, as she expresses a refusal to return to the entertainment industry, and attempts to rediscover her true passion.
"the wild card" - Former model, owner of a New York based modeling agency. Mica has a subservient live-in boyfriend, Terry, of 1.5 years. She also has a pet chinchilla whom she named after Barack Obama but affectionately calls 'Rocky' and feeds him Cabernet from a wine glass. Mica drinks excessively and often loses control when drinking, and the group fears that she has issues with alcoholism. She opens up to the group about her relationship issues, as she speaks of meeting Terry while he was deceptively in a relationship with his live-in girlfriend of 20 years. Mica is loud, funny, and has tons of personality. She is the friend who is always ready to entertain and you can always depend on her to have a cocktail with you whenever you need one, and she is normally the one who provides the liquor. She speaks about previously struggling with racial identity, and on an upcoming episode she will open up about family issues.
"the urban feminist blogger" - Brooklyn resident, relationship expert, natural hair diva, author, blogger, and fashionista. You have probably seen her as a previous contributor on Essence.com and I distinctly remember her from an episode of 'Let's Talk About Pep' where she gave relationship advice to Pepa from Salt-N-Pepa. I was intrigued by Demetria's style and beauty even back then but I did not remember to start following her as I intended after watching the show. On BSH, we have the opportunity to meet Greg, Demetria's live-in fiancé. The couple seems like they have lots of fun together, however, I am not a fan of the way Demetria "downloads with Greg" regarding her intimate conversations with the girls. Demetria is portrayed as the outspoken member of the cast. We all know how outspokenness usually plays out amongst a group of women, and I am here for it! On one episode the Brooklyn blogger declares to a group of insecure women "if you have to investigate a man to find out if he is cheating on you, then you don't trust him and you shouldn't be in a relationship with a person that you don't trust." She also says that she has never called another woman to talk about a cheating boyfriend because "if I gotta call another woman about my man, that's her man. If I have to call her to see what my man is up to, then that's her man". I could have passed her the offering plate through the television!! She is already one of my favorite personalities. I will probably download her book, titled after her blog, 'A Belle in Brooklyn'. She is also preparing to release a second book, titled 'Don't Waste Your Pretty'.
"the blabbering Christian" - Single, style expert, tv personality, originally from Los Angeles. On one episode Daisy proudly claims that she is "not abstinent, not celibate, yet not sexually active...sometimes". She resides in Brooklyn and often makes references to Christianity as she often refers to Jesus as her boyfriend. She is over-dramatic, loud, talkative, and has a large personality. She is the girl that cries on first dates. She is the friend that you cringe around because you're not sure what embarrassing thing she will say or do next. On one episode I was not a fan of the way she intentionally organized a group event as a way to address an issue that she had with Demetria, whom she considered a long time friend. I think it is cowardly and immature to wait to confront a person in a group setting, but we will save my personal conduct beliefs for another conversation. On BSH, Daisy also opens up about previous issues with her father and their newly budding father-daughter relationship. We will watch Daisy balance a career that demands a bi-coastal lifestyle and navigate life in New York while attempting to remain true to her personal values.
"the up and coming entrepreneur" - Single, fashion/entertainment writer and brand consultant. Geneva was recently hired as brand manager for Uptown Magazine. She is originally from Detroit and says "Uncle Sam comes for my life in New York" as she faces financial struggles with student loan debt while trying to pursue her dreams of entrepreneurship. She has a close relationship with her mother, whom she relies on for financial support when she is unable to meet financial obligations. I was shocked to learn that Geneva is in her 20's (she was 29 during the taping of the show). She is the youngest of the group of women and a great example of accomplishing many accolades in your 20's! She also opens up about past relationship woes and it appears that she may find herself dating again on future episodes.
"the class act" - Conservative, practical, level-headed, and ultra feminine. The native New Yorker is from a privileged background. Her family owns a successful real estate development company. If she did not look drastically different from me, I would have thought that I was watching myself on television on an episode when she said "I don't usually trust people to make me a drink that I didn't see them make" and was very persistent about Mica's beau Terry taking a sip first to show that the contents of the cocktail glass were harmless. Brie says what she is thinking in a tactful manner and she believes in dealing with issues privately. She is also one of my favorite cast members. As of episode 3, we have not seen many details regarding her personal life, but I hope we will learn more about her as the season continues.
Though I most identify with Brie, minus the privileged background of course, I think that all of us can identify with various characteristics from each of these women. We have all had conversations with our friends that are similar to those highlighted on the show. We have all had similar struggles with self-control, relationships, friendships, career choices, family issues, etc. The show is very empowering, as each woman is well-educated and has taken ownership of her passion/career. The show also paints a positive picture of the modern career woman as she struggles to balance career, family, internal struggles, friendships, and relationships - in 4 inch heels! I also enjoy looking at the ladies' hair, fashion choices, and makeup. This show airs on BravoTV on Sundays immediately following 'The Real Housewives of Atlanta'.
On this past Sunday I live tweeted during the show using the hashtag #bloodsweatheels and it was great to interact with other fans of the show. Follow me on twitter @chanelgloss and join the conversation about the ladies of Blood, Sweat, and Heels, and other random things that I rant about during the week. Additionally feel free to leave your thoughts in the comment section below. I would love to hear what you all think of the show and don't forget to tell me your favorite cast member!
On this past Sunday I live tweeted during the show using the hashtag #bloodsweatheels and it was great to interact with other fans of the show. Follow me on twitter @chanelgloss and join the conversation about the ladies of Blood, Sweat, and Heels, and other random things that I rant about during the week. Additionally feel free to leave your thoughts in the comment section below. I would love to hear what you all think of the show and don't forget to tell me your favorite cast member!
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