This project has been one of the best things I have ever done. I really mean that. Jessi and I both have enjoyed this so much. I feel as though you have opened yourselves up and shared tender, even sacred parts of yourselves with us. And it couldn’t be for a better reason – TO HELP WOMEN!! To help women recognize the TRUE beauty within us. We really ARE each BEAUTIFUL! I’ve had tears, chills, more tears and lots of time to ponder as I have put this project together. Choosing the top 15 was not something we took lightly. Jessi and I both POURED over the submissions. I have felt so much love for ALL of you throughout this entire process.
Sigh.
I’m getting sappy, I know. But this has meant the world to me. I hope a few other women have also been inspired along the way!
Now, it’s up to you, our readers. Following are the 15 finalists. Please read the responses and let us know who you would like to see win a photo shoot with hiyapapaya by voting in the poll at the end of the post.
Thank you all (again!) so so so much!
And here’s to TRUE and REAL beYOUty!! 
Entry 1: Lyndsi
Entry 2: Denise
Entry 3: Melanie
Entry 4: Sadie
Entry 5: Ashley
Entry 6: Raylynn
Entry 7: Tami
Entry 8: Chelsy
Entry 9: Mackenzi
Entry 10: Bree
Entry 11: Lisa
Entry 12: Rochelle
Entry 13: Becky
Entry 14: Chelsea
Entry 15: Stephanie
Interesting project. Would be a great assignment for schools (grammer, middle and high)!
I vote for #10, Bree.
My vote is for #10, Bree
Thanks for your dedication to helping women and girls identify and claim REAL beauty!
I vote for Entry#8: Chealsy!
My vote goes to Entry 6
I am voting for #8!
I vote for Bree, #10!