etnies Girl Of The Month: Gina Romo
by: Alex | Friday, March 7, 2008 | 57 comments
This month's etnies Girl is a rider and a writer with loads of inspiration for both. All the way from Bakersfield, say "hello" to Gina!
Give us the basics: your name, age, town/city, school, grade level/year and your favorite subject.
My name is ginA romO. I just recently turned 18. I live in Bakersfield, California. I'm a senior at Foothill High School. My favorite subject has always been English because I love to write.
You mentioned style a couple times…is fashion your main interest?
Fashion is somewhat my main interest. Everyone has there own style whether it be in the latest fashion trend or the way they present themselves, everyone is not the same. I express my style through clothes and how I present myself.
My style is based on the type of mood I'm in for that day. I'm real chill. At times I do like to get all dressed up when I'm going out. When I go skating I throw on my krew jeans, a skate shirt and some kicks, gotta have my smackers Lip Gloss. Haha. When I'm at school people would never think I enjoy skating and dirtbikes because my style is based on the latest trends and the latest magazines: Teen Vogue, Cosmo Girl, Seventeen and Style. At times I come to school with bruises on my legs and a real cute Forever 21 shirt on. Haha. My close friends knows whats up. (:
Well I love to write; I've been writing poems and lyrics since I was in the 6th grade. Now I have about 6 composition books filled up. If I'm out and about and I think of a good quote for either a song or a poem, I grab the nearest thing to write on. Often its been napkins and post-it notes. Haha. I also love to sing. I've been in choir all throughout elementary, jr. high and honors choir in high school. When I was thirteen I had guitar lessons. I wouldn't mind picking it back up and putting those composition books to work.
Why do you like etnies?
I like etnies because they where my first pair of skate shoes so I have to represent!!! Haha.
They support young talents and it gives young chicks an opportunity to show off there talents. The SEED Project is another thing that is really interesting to me anything to make the world a better place is gnarlyyyy.
What do the words “etnies Girl” mean to you?
"etnies Girl," to me, means being bubbly, having your own thoughts and feelings. Sticking up for what you believe is right. Everyone has a voice and an etnies Girl uses that voice. There are a lot of stereotypical people in the world and being an etnies Girl proves that we are kinda breaking the boundaries—for seeing people for who they really are, not just what the outside appears to be.
Tell us about the skateboards and dirtbikes in your life. What got your started and what do you enjoy most about those?
WOW! Skateboarding I've known since I was in the 6th grade going into 7th grade summer school. My cousin Martin used to skate with my older sister, so thats how I got into it. I used to go to this church called Canyon Hills and every Friday night they would have this thing called "skatenight". It was pretty brutal; they had it all set up in the parking lot...kickers, rails, a box, halfpipe, quarterpipe. I rolled around getting in kids ways—me and my pink helmet covered with stickers...Britney Spears sticker on one side and on the other side a Mark Appleyard and a Tom Penny sticker! Eventually I progressed. My Dad bought me my first Whitesands complete; it looked like a BlackLabel. It was still prettttyy sweeet. I'd be outside on the hottest days trying to learn how to pop the deck up high enough to call it an ollie, haha. Eventually I got it down. So here I was, this 13 year old girl, rolling around with the boys, trying to find the newest skate spots, knowing we would get kicked out an hour into our session. I met most of my friends through skating. It kinda sucked for me because I was the only girl and all I had to skate with were all dudes. I mean, it would have been nice to skate with another chick to talk about boys or clothes, lol, but the guys got me more and always made me laugh. Now I kinda know girls are nothing but drama! Haha.
Now I go to this skate spot called "shindig" every Thursday Downtown. I just recently got my TTR 125 Yamaha dirtbike and I really enjoy riding. It's a rush. I plan to ride more and skating is more competitive...you're gonna get hurt no matter what. Thats just the type of sport it is. I mean, you can't buy your tricks on e-bay, haha. But for those who can't skate, it's also nice to cruse it.
The three S's: Skate, Shows, Shoppin', LOL.
Where do you find inspiration to ride?
My inspiration to ride comes from the pros! Especially the girls. They give skateboarding a whole new meaning. Some favorite girl pros I like are Amy Caron and Vanessa Torres; both are awesome, awesome riders. My favorite guy pros are Corey Duffel, Geoff Rowley, Mark Appleyard. These boys know what skating is all about. 411 issue 54, the Foundation team is in it, and I remember I used to watch it like everyday. My mom got sooo sick of it.
As for dirtbiking, Carey Hart...he's a handsome ol' man and a sick rider furrrsuree.
What’s your biggest accomplishment, either in riding or anything else?
Biggest accomplishment is getting the courage to do something. In this case it was skating. I got hurt all the time, but I never gave up, no matter how many bruises I had or how many swollen ankles I'd get. I still stuck it out. I still remember when I landed this 5 stair at my old jr. high. Best feeling. My friends were all encouraging me to stick it so I got all pumped up and, by golly I landed that beast!!! Another great feeling was when I landed some loading dock in the back of this Food Place...it owned!! One of my friends filmed me. It was definitely a magical moment. Haha. My Mom is funny; everytime I go skating and I come back she makes me walk in front of her to see if I'm okay or walking differently because when I get hurt I never tell her.
What’s the best piece of advice you’ve heard and from whom? When and why did they give it to you?
My Mom always gives advice. She knows me better than anyone ever will. She's there when I cry or just need someone to talk too about my day. I love her very much!
What’s really important to you (and why)?
Music and all the books I write in because it's all my thoughts and feelings poured onto paper...and music because it helps me get through the day. Can't forget about my family!
What’s the best or the worst thing about your hometown?
Worst thing would have to be our air. LOL. Its actually worse than LA's air. The best part is that it never snows or hardly ever any storms.
Perfeccccctttt California weather forsurrree.
What’s Stella Luminosa…where did that come from?
It means "bright star". I was just doing research and what not.
Is there anything else you would like to tell us about yourself…projects, advice, links, closing statement, anything?
All I have to say is the SEED Project is Brillant, and my best advice to whomever reads this is to have fun with what you choose to do in life. Make good decisions because the good choices you make get you far in life. Never let someone tell you what to do and how to do it. Be your own person; never follow anyone because being your own person is what makes you YOU! I'm a real friendly chicka so feel free to write me....
YES! I do have a myspace. LOL. myspace.com/starlightdr
Also be sure to check out www.myspace.com/estiloskateboards
My real good friend Danny Ramirez is on the Team Estilo. I rep New York.
Gina's Faves
Animal: Panda Bear, Dog, Monkey
Color: Aquamarine
Hangout: My room
City: NewYork
Song: Pizza Day by The Aquabats
Album: Don't really have one...I like different kinds of music
Band: Paramore
Book: Chicken Noodle soup for the teenage soul. All.
Movie: Lords of Dog Town
TV show: Tyra Show, Making the Band 4, Rob and Big, Fuel, Degrassi, South of Nowhere
Sport: Football go Cowboys!
Game: Apples to Apples
Food: Lasgana, Pizza
Candy: Yes Please LOL...Sour gummy worms with a cream Jones Soda
Holiday: Christmas
Smell: Do I really? haha Vanilla
Hobby: writing, singing, photography
Guilty pleasure: Brownies
Hero: Mom/Dad
etnies Shoe: Chambosa are cute.
c/o Sole Technology, Inc.
25422 Trabuco Rd., Suite 105 #235
Lake Forest, CA 92609
lndsey
Mar 7, 2008my friend says damn to thattt
carlos castaneda JR
Mar 7, 2008hey girl i so wish i could meet you !! you are so hot!! your friends are so lucky to have you as a friend!!
celina ramos
Mar 7, 2008good job gina im so proud of you !! you go girl!!
Alexandra
Mar 7, 2008My dear Friend!
I am very pleased to congratulate you with such a great success!!! I hope it is just you first step!
Alex
Kara
Mar 7, 2008Damn GIRL!! You look great and congrats!
Leighan
Mar 7, 2008Hey Gina, congrats on being the Etnies Girl of the month!!!
Tina Romo
Mar 7, 2008wow
you finally did it =]]
you are now etnies girl of the month! congrads
my older sis lol
your crazy and i realllllly
love the pictures we picked for this.
i love you gina
Mitch
Mar 7, 2008Congrats on winng u have to be the best girl skater in this damn town so have a good one!!!!!
Eduard
Mar 7, 2008Congrats Gina. Way to go girl!!!
Candace
Mar 7, 2008good job
susan
Mar 7, 2008very good job!!!!!!!
chad
Mar 7, 2008happy etnies of the month gina love chizle
Uli
Mar 7, 2008good job ginny, looking way cute right there.
really deep stuff, makes my heart swell :]]]
-Ulises Zepeda
chad
Mar 7, 2008good job damn i wish i was you, you lucky goose! WESTIZLE
Ricky D.
Mar 7, 2008OMG!!!!!! I havnt tlk 2 u in like 4evr!! HAH JK but CONGRATS!!! but i think i can do bettr! HAHAHAHA
Miss Mo
Mar 7, 2008Gina you rock! May not mean much from an old lady but chicks like you give the rest of us a good name.
PS - Aquabats rock in concert!
Breeann Romo
Mar 7, 2008aw, your funny gina! congrats! this is exciting!
Sally
Mar 7, 2008Wow Mo this is really cool. My baby sister etnies girl of the month. That's Hot!
Love you
Lupe
Mar 7, 2008awww my Gina im so proud of you congats. love your mother goose.
Bier
Mar 7, 2008Good Job Girlie... I have always told you you will find your talent and it will take you places.
Corky
Mar 7, 2008oh snap.
vAgo
Mar 7, 2008G ftw!
dVd
Mar 7, 2008ginA! my albino love.
hahaha ur one gnarly kid.
lets go skate sumtime, even though you hardly skate anymore.lol
who cares lets get sum tacos.
tommy
Mar 7, 2008DVD is wack girl your bomb
stephany a.
Mar 7, 2008gina!
damn, lucky!
congrats, u look so pretty
in those pix!
ANTHONY
Mar 7, 2008WOW MY LITTLE SIS IS ON HERE. CONGRATS SIS LOVE YA
Michael Wafford(Vice)
Mar 7, 2008Congrats. This is pretty sick.
Estilo Skateboards
Mar 7, 2008yo gina!!!! im so proud of you!!! and thank you so much for the love!!!!!
your the best!!!
Jake Aaron
Mar 7, 2008hey this is really cool, puttin bako all over the map
Joseph aka Wosfa
Mar 7, 2008OHH SNAP!!! Gina you're awsome
Got nothing but love for ya, do your thing girl
robert aka downer
Mar 7, 2008Get it gurl thiz is ur cuz robert also known as peanut.wutz the t gurl spill it.modelz do run in the family look at me 4 example...lolz
dVd
Mar 7, 2008hey tommy!
say it to my face!
ulises zepeda
Mar 7, 2008your hott
-Ulises zepeda
Josh L. (ep)
Mar 7, 2008Whats is that guy talkin about you ever skate! that night session was doppeeee two weeks ago lets go hit up delano this sunday you DOWN!!!
Oh ya erick says congrats
Natalia
Mar 7, 2008AAAhh
Gina, im so happy for you!
Charlie O'neil
Mar 8, 2008hey yo whad i think your not skater enough but i like
Jackie
Mar 8, 2008Your personality has always been amazing and now it can shine a bit brighter by being shared.
Stephen McDaniel
Mar 9, 2008YEAH GIRL!!!!
You're such a badass Gina seriously,
Congrats.
Leokiid
Mar 9, 2008Ayyee yo bby Gina!!
Pretty impressive!
Proud of your bitchass lil one!
real stoked for you!
Ight Late!
=D
j0ee
Mar 9, 2008oh shniit!!
congrats!!!!!
haha your craz-ee
sandra
Mar 9, 2008hey mo !congrads!!lookin good ohh snap love you
Marissa
Mar 9, 2008omg hey Gina u have a great sense of style and I'm really glad u went this far with it!!!! I am soooo..... Proud of u!!!!! Love alwayz your niece Marissa (sissy/rissa)
Marissa
Mar 9, 2008oh and I can't believe u went to tomb girl 2 a lil gurly sk8er 2 a beautiful young woman!! Keep it up! Can't wait 2 see watz next! Love you lotz Marissa!
chris - the don - trevino
Mar 9, 2008congrats..
on the falsetto girl of the month..
your a lowk in my book fer life..
i wish i were hot shit like this..
i will be someday in football...
LIZETH LOPEZ
Mar 9, 2008HEY GURL CONGRATS!!!!
IM SO HAPPY FOR YOU ...TAKE CARE
jereme kotenski
Mar 11, 2008i filmed that magical moment member that shit!! good times
timize
Mar 12, 2008wow! makin it big g-money!
congrats!
Thizzazn_Khai
Mar 12, 2008This beezzyyy lives like a couple house down from me.
Thizzazn_Khai
Mar 12, 2008no joke.
[leanne][!]
Mar 14, 2008Hey. Good For You! For Becoming Etnies Girl of the month. But All I gotta say is that believe me, Snow is something you should wish for. Especially if you Snowboard! Cause believe me, it's some Sick stuff. And since you live in Cali, you could probably hit some Mountains, or Hills up there if you ever have an interest. Snowboarding is just like Skating, just you've got some bindings to strap your feet in, and well no wheels! And Winter Gear + Snowboarding Stuff, anyways Yeahh.
Later.
--leanne!
Brie Bubbles
Mar 16, 2008hey Gina i was the previous etnies girl Bri, im mso glad you got it!! congrats haha i was just lookin gback on my page and noticed you lef me a comment asking how to get it, and you did im sooo happy, although you did get wayyy more comments then me, ;) haha but some people are just cool like that. congrats again!
Sarah Goodman
Mar 20, 2008Okay so let me get this straight, you nominated YOURSELF for etnies girl of the month?
That's hardly an "award" at all.
This is nothing at all to be proud of.
This is actually the equivalent to being narcissistic.
Lame.
Eric b
Mar 22, 2008sarah dont be jelous that this girl is hot and can skate. Its girls like you who who make people like her look even better because when girls hate it means she's doing somthing RIGHT!
by the way gina props to you!!!! If you landed on etnies and there are hundreds of chicks all over the world wanting to be etnies girl and you got it then they liked somthing about you. haha its dumb girls like the one above me who have to diss because your better than them and they know it.
Job well done.
robert
Mar 30, 2008hey gina what up your super HOTT!!!!!!
SERINA AGUILAR
Apr 24, 2008my fav cousin...woot woot
etnies girl of the moNT
GINA ROMO [:
Kristyyn
Apr 27, 2008Heyy Gina.
I'm Kristen.
I'm part of Pee-toes [haha]
crazy family.
I was just over their house yesterday.
[Sarebears b-day]
Congrats on making etnies girl of the month =]
Perri
May 2, 2008I think that u are so down to earth cuz u ur self