Shining McCool

Hmm.. i've slacked off abit haven't i? well, i dont have an excuse this time. im super duper sorry everyone. so lets get on track here!

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As Janet finishes up Michelle's new hairstyle, Eve approaches with a grin ear to ear. Eve wants to ask Michelle for some advice about becoming a full-fledged wrestler, as last week marked her one year milestone as a WWE Diva. Michelle explains to Eve that it's going to take passion, heart and soul to become more than just a pretty face. Becoming a wrestler is more than beauty and physicality - qualities her opponent for next week hold, Maria. Michelle goes on to say that she's good friends with Maria, but she's missing "something upstairs" - she's not the sharpest tool in the shed. Confused, Eve questions the friendship between Maria and Michelle. As Michelle proclaims their close friendship, Maria enters while Eve leaves. Maria and Michelle exchange a few words before their battle next week, and Maria jokes that she'll be taking the title from Michelle. Michelle responds, assuring everyone, Maria is indeed missing something upstairs.

Well, here it is! We've been needing one for awhile now. It features Michelle's Cool Blue shoot. Its old but i loved that shoot. Do you like it??

Well, Ive fallen wayyyy behind, i know. im super sorry. im getting everything up that ive missed plus more cuz i feel really bad for not updateing.

Things Added;

• Pretty Purple Shoot
• Touchdown! Shoot
• Snow Angel Shoot
• Past 3 Weeks of Digitals
• New FanNation Photos
• Germany & Portugal World Tour Digitals

Divas Champion Michelle McCool, Maria & newcomer Brie Bella prevailed against Maryse, Natalya, & Victoria in a Six-Diva Tag Team Match. After Bella once again attempted to find solace beneath the ring, the energy-charged Diva resurfaced to pin Victoria for the third week in a row.

Match moved to the floor early on, then Maryse dumped Michelle over the guardrail to the floor. She made one guy's day - or possibly life - by touching the guy's leg to help herself back to her feet. Back in the ring, Maryse went after the left knee with a chopblock before showing off her healthy hair in a heelish way. Maryse continued her attack until Michelle landed a foot to the face for a nearfall. Michelle tried a suplex, but her knee buckled. Maryse couldn't capitalize, so Michelle landed a pancake suplex on her second attempt to score a pin for the win.

WINNER: Michelle in 6:00 to retain the Divas Title

Maria attacked quickly to start and Maryse went to the outside to regroup. Maria went after her and Maryse clotheslined her. Cross-body by Maria that only got one. Maryse got a knee up on the corner when Maria tried a charge and then Maryse went to a back-breaker. Maryse catapulted Maria into the top rope, hitting her throat on it. She then applied a Camel Clutch. Maryse slammed Maria's head against the mat a few times. Maria came back with a headscissors and a couple clotheslines. Maria missed a mis-timed cross-body from the second rope. Maryse capitalized with a DDT and a pin.

WINNER: Maryse, at 3:00. Pretty brutal to watch, but hopefully Michelle can get something out of Maryse this Sunday. She has improved a bit, but not enough to make a match against someone like Maria look good.

As Maryse was walking to the back, she ran into Michelle McCool. They stared each other down unti Maryse backed down and went to the locker room.

WWE.com added a new shoot of Michelle showing off that shes a football fan. I'll be adding these to the gallery shortly.

Hey guys! "Faith, hope and love; and the greatest of these is love!" I have no idea where I am going to begin this blog (even as I type) or where it may end. But....I do know this; love can be tough, love can be fun, love can be confusing, but there is no greater feeling the love you show to someone when it brings a smile to their face. I was getting my nails done the other day when a young girl walked in. In the middle of a conversation, just small talk b/c she was sitting next to me, she started crying. She asked is I was Michelle McCool and I said yes. She wasn't crying b/c it was me, she was crying b/c she said I treated her nicely for no apparent reason. It's these moments that make you think, "why would we do anything but love and respect?"

Which brings me to the point of loving yourself. If we don't love ourselves, it makes it harder for others to love us and to share our love. I was listening to an audiobook while driving home from the airport the other day (The Purpose Driven life) and it talked about how God made each and everyone of us unique. We were all made exactly how he wanted us and we should be happy with just that. I'm not saying it's easy by any means, because it's not. I'll be the first one to tell you that sometimes, I SWEAT THE SMALL STUFF! I try not to, but at times I fail. A lot of times (most all of the time) I can just laugh it off. But sometimes, I think to myself "why?" Why are these people so mean? Why do these people just want to be so disrespectful? Why can't these people just be happy and love?

It's funny how you can be in the middle of trying your hardest to entertain our fans every Friday night, and you will hear that one voice say something so mean, so disrespectful? (There could be a gazillion people screaming, but it's that one voice that comes through so loud) Most of the times it's funny b/c there's no way you could ever please those type of people....you're too fat, too skinny, too talentless (If that's a word), too tall, too short, too serious, too goofy, too nice, too mean........it's never good enough for those that hate!

That's my point....you have to have faith in yourself. You have to give your heart and soul into whatever you do...no matter how little or how big. As long as you love yourself, your inner beauty will ALWAYS shine through!

On a BLUE note....for those of you who watched SD tonight, you may have noticed that Maryse has made it a point to have an issue with me. Believe me, she is one of those people I wrote about earlier. What you see and what you hear on Friday nights is her 24/7. As she said, though it was really hard to understand her half the time, she truly believes she is better than everyone else. She may be pretty on the outside, BUT she sure as heck is ugly on the inside! There's a fine line between cocky and confident and she crossed that a long time ago! :)She's made it an issue with me now and to that I say.....Game on!!!!! Things are getting heated and I don't plan on McCooling her down real soon! I hope you guys have been enjoying things on SD....things are about to get cranked up!

I hope all of you are doing great! I'm off ot bubble bath and bed now. Early morning (4:30) to make my way to the airport. Faith to fight the good fight, heart to believe and soul to search within!

WE are ALL champions! Remember, your smile could bring sunshine to the lives of others! Love you all, MM

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i added all digitals, fannation photos and the steelers photos to the gallery.

WWE.com has added some backstage photos from this weeks Smackdown of Michelle with the Pittsburgh Steelers football team. She is shown with some of the Players and their children.

Michelle McCool is shown posing for some pictures backstage when Maryse comes in and tells her to enjoy the shoot as Divas Champion while she can. Michelle says that Maryse is definitely a Diva but not a Diva's Champion because she has what Maryse doesn't...talent.

Natalya and Michelle start off as Natalya controls early on with a head lock. Michelle gets out and hit a Russian leg sweep. Michelle tags in Maria, who Tazz tells us has an impressive right handed punch. Since when? Well, she shows it off punching Natalya off the apron (Maryse had tagged in) but when she turned around she was met with a DDT from Maryse and gets pinned by the French Canadian. After the match, Maryse jumps Michelle, but Michelle comes back and spears her. The cat fight brawl under the ropes to the outside where Natalya comes to aid Maryse and holds McCool while Maryse delivers a forearm shiver to KO the champion.
Winners: Natalya & Maryse

Today, Michelle had a new shoot released. she looks great! i'll post in the gallery soon.

Hey guys! I know....long time, no blog! I'm slacking, I'm lazy, I've lost my mind, BUT no excuses. Bottom line, I miss "talking" with you guys. There has been a lot going on lately; good, bad, sad and indifferent.

I just got finished watching Michael Phelps win his 8th gold medal this Olympics...that is absolutely phenomenal! A lot of times people have asked me to name some of my favorite all-time athletes. I, without a doubt, will be adding him to this list. Think about it, EIGHT gold medals - unbelievable! While I'm on the Olympics, I hope you guys enjoyed the olympic dva tag match we had two weeks ago. I had fun with that. As you may or may not have guessed, I dressed the part of a beach volleyball player. My friend Maria looked so cute in her winter ski outfit that I didn't have the heart to break it to her that it was the summer olympics that were beginning in Bejeing! And Victoria....that girl will do anything for attention huh? I just knew she was going to get up from doing those silly forward rolls down the ramp and be dizzy! :) That would have been funny, huh?

The biggest blockbuster of the summer is finally here....Summerslam! Oh how I wish I were defending my title tomorrow night. Maybe the saying is right...."Patience is a virtue!" Why would I want to put it on the line? Why woud I want to chance losing it? .........Because I have faith! I have faith that my win against Natalya wasn't a fluke! I don't plan on just wearing the title around my waist, I plan on fighting for it! I want to be a fighting champion!

I know that I now have a huge target on my back and that I have a lot to prove to some. But, as I said on Smackdown Friday night, the other divas better aim high and they better aim hard! I will give all my heart, all my soul, my blood, my sweat and my tears week in and week out to make you proud!

I hope each and everyone of you are doing great. I was able to spend some time with my family (including my godson who is always a fun time) this week which was nice....stories to come next blog! Remember the important things in life...family, friendships, hope and love. Dream big....

Until next time (where I promise my blog will be more fun and inspiring)...faith to fight the good fight, heart to believe and soul to search within! Love you all...look forward to hearing back from you!

Love, MM

WWE.com posted a new shoot of Michelle. Those photos are from the same shoot as a few from her Divas Champion shoot, but minus the title. Michelle looks great, they are worth a look.

Hey guys! I know....long time, no blog! I'm slacking, I'm lazy, I've lost my mind, BUT no excuses. Bottom line, I miss "talking" with you guys. There has been a lot going on lately; good, bad, sad and indifferent.

I just got finished watching Michael Phelps win his 8th gold medal this Olympics...that is absolutely phenomenal! A lot of times people have asked me to name some of my favorite all-time athletes. I, without a doubt, will be adding him to this list. Think about it, EIGHT gold medals - unbelievable! While I'm on the Olympics, I hope you guys enjoyed the olympic dva tag match we had two weeks ago. I had fun with that. As you may or may not have guessed, I dressed the part of a beach volleyball player. My friend Maria looked so cute in her winter ski outfit that I didn't have the heart to break it to her that it was the summer olympics that were beginning in Bejeing! And Victoria....that girl will do anything for attention huh? I just knew she was going to get up from doing those silly forward rolls down the ramp and be dizzy! :) That would have been funny, huh?

The biggest blockbuster of the summer is finally here....Summerslam! Oh how I wish I were defending my title tomorrow night. Maybe the saying is right...."Patience is a virtue!" Why would I want to put it on the line? Why woud I want to chance losing it? .........Because I have faith! I have faith that my win against Natalya wasn't a fluke! I don't plan on just wearing the title around my waist, I plan on fighting for it! I want to be a fighting champion!

I know that I now have a huge target on my back and that I have a lot to prove to some. But, as I said on Smackdown Friday night, the other divas better aim high and they better aim hard! I will give all my heart, all my soul, my blood, my sweat and my tears week in and week out to make you proud!

I hope each and everyone of you are doing great. I was able to spend some time with my family (including my godson who is always a fun time) this week which was nice....stories to come next blog! Remember the important things in life...family, friendships, hope and love. Dream big....

Until next time (where I promise my blog will be more fun and inspiring)...faith to fight the good fight, heart to believe and soul to search within! Love you all...look forward to hearing back from you!

Love, MM

WWE.com finally added Michelle's Olympics shoot. Michelle looks gorgeous and it truely defines her. check it out in the gallery!

WWE.com has finally updated Michelle's profile.  They used Michelle's 'Stairway To Heaven' shoot for it. It looks great, so go check it out.

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On this weeks Friday Night SmackDown!, Michelle teamed up with Maria and Cherry to go against Natalya, Victoria and Maryse in Olympic style attire. Michelle was dressed in a beach vollyball outfit. The out-come of the match wasn't on Miss McCool's side though when Maria, quickly, tapped out to Natalya's Sharpshooter.

Miss McCool has wowed us with a new photo shoot! She is posing with the WWE Diva's Championship and looks gorgeous! They should be up soon if they aren't already so go check 'em out!

Michelle has posted some new photos on her FanNation account, 4 of which contain her with the title in 2 unseen shoots. I've posted last weeks SD! digitals and all the FanNation photos from Michelle. Check them out!

“Faith has won many a race!”……

And that’s exactly what happened at The Great American Bash. I believed, I prepared, I fought, and I came out on top. I’ve always been told to never expect to lose, “see” yourself winning, and never give up. Even when I’m doubted, even when I’m the underdog, I always prepare for victory. It’s preparation and determination that lead us to the path of success. If we constantly let others’ words and/or actions hold us down, then we will eventually let ourselves down. I came in this business from day one with people wanting to hate me (mainly from coming through the Diva Search … and I get that), people wanting to see me fail, people doubting me, people saying I’m undeserving and to that … I say thank you!

I know that may sound crazy, but I thrive on proving people wrong. I love breaking down barriers and winning someone over. Hopefully I did that with at least one person on Sunday. Hopefully I made at least one person believe in me as a champion. Hopefully I made at least one person say, “Hey, Michelle does deserve that!” And if I didn’t, hopefully I will be given the chance to win more hearts soon. This business is not a job to me; it’s my passion. It’s something I believe in, it’s something I love and it’s something that I want to do my best at every single day!

Sunday night was by far the biggest night of my career. I was so extremely nervous all day long I could barely stand it. Wait a minute … I’m lying. I was pretty nervous the day before too! (I think the only people more nervous than me were my parents who were sitting ringside cheering me on!) I knew Natalya was going be a tough opponent, but the battle was even more grueling than I’d imagined. When I won the match and held that championship up, I had goose bumps all over. The feeling is indescribable! It was a roller coaster of emotions … happiness, excitement, shock, tears, and joy!!!!!!!!!!! I know that I have a huge target on my back now and am ready for the challenges that I know are about to come flying at me 100 mph!

I can’t tell you how much all of the kind words, letters of encouragement, posters (Long Island was showing their love … thank you, thank you, thank you!) and congrats mean to me. I hope I make each and every single one of you proud! This is history in the making and I will do everything in my power to make you proud! I know that the importance of winning is not what we get from the win, but what we become because of it! I hope to become the champion that makes you proud!

“Hold yourself responsible to a higher standard than anyone expects of you. Never excuse yourself!”

“When your opponent is bigger, faster, stronger. Train harder, stronger, smarter!”

“Sweat is the lubricant of success!”

To end … remember that there is a hero in every heart! Regardless of where you are on this journey in life, you are not alone. In your own heart, there is a hero reaching out to claim the ultimate prize – the happiness of living a life of satisfaction, a life of purpose – that you pursue (no matter what it may be) with courage and passion!

Thank you again! I love you all! Faith to fight the good fight, heart to believe and soul to search within! Keeping the faith…..

Your Divas Champion (wow … I still get chills just typing it)
Michelle

On Friday Night SmackDown!, the first-ever Divas Champion Michelle McCool defeated Maryse in a non-title match. Maryse submitted to Michelle's Brazilian heel hook.

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Sorry for posting late. I forgot and my co-weebie didnt update either. Im also having trouble posting photos, so digitals arent gonna be posted right away.

In this week’s Diva Dish, Victoria and Lena Yada head to Yankee Stadium; Natalya, Victoria, Cherry, Maria, Beth Phoenix and Mickie James share their thoughts on Michelle McCool’s big Divas Championship win at The Great American Bash; and Katie Lea reveals her tricks of the trade.

Making Divas history
When Michelle McCool became the first-ever Divas Champion Sunday at The Great American Bash, WWE’s history books changed forever.

“I’m on top of the world right now. My mindset was, win, lose or draw, history was going to be made. The victory was even that much sweeter. Not only did we make history, I became the first Divas Champion, ever,” McCool said.

“It still hasn’t really sunk in. I’ve said it before – I’m addicted to success, failure is not an option. I knew it would be a tough battle. I left all my blood, sweat and tears out there and came out on top. It feels great,” the Divas Champion said.

While Natalya was obviously disappointed by the outcome of the match, the third-generation Diva said timing is everything, and her time to win will come, and it will be “bigger, better and bolder” than McCool’s win.

“It really is going to drive me now to a totally different level. It’s one of those moments that yes, I would have liked to be the first Divas Champion, but I really believe it’s one of those moments in my life that’s going to push me to the next level,” Natalya said. “This is going to make me fiercer, this is going to make me more driven. I’m going to come back with a vengeance.”

Natalya’s best friend, Victoria, admitted she was a bit jealous of her pal’s big match, but said if it wasn’t herself fighting for the Divas Championship, there’s none better than Natalya.

“Besides myself, I’d want her to win. I’m a little bit disappointed in the result, but I think she’ll get it. I have faith in her,” Victoria said of her BFF. “I think Michelle had luck behind her, and the ankle lock does catch you off guard. I’ve taken that a few times.”

After McCool captured the gold, she was congratulated by her fellow SmackDown Divas, Cherry and Eve. It’s no secret that Cherry has been one of McCool’s biggest supporters.

“I was so excited because I know Michelle has worked so hard. I know of all the heart and faith she has in her training – because she’s helped me out personally. I know how exciting that was. I didn’t get to win it, but I was there, as a friend, supporting her,” Cherry said.

SmackDown’s newest Diva, Maria, who hasn’t made her inaugural appearance on Friday nights just yet, told Diva Dish she doesn’t think enough emphasis has been made on the fact that McCool has made WWE history.

“Ten years from now, you’ll look at the first Divas Champion, and it’s going to be Michelle McCool. I think that’s something that she can always be proud of, and something she can always feel good about because she was able to be the first,” Maria said. “Hopefully, eventually, just like the Women’s Championship, I’ll have an opportunity to go after it, as well.”

Former Women’s Champion Beth Phoenix offered her congratulations to McCool – a Diva she’s previously challenged in the ring. Phoenix also gave the All-American Diva a warning.

“Kudos to Michelle for making history and becoming that first Divas Champion, but – and there’s always a but – having been a champion myself, I know what it feels like to have to bull’s-eye on your back, and Michelle better have eyes in the back of her head,” The Glamazon said.

“Now that the Divas Championship is up and running on SmackDown, it’s only going to be a matter of time before everybody comes gunning for that title. And you never know, The Glamazon looks really good in gold, so Michelle better watch out because one of these days, when she least expects it, I might be around the corner ready to snatch that away from her,” Phoenix said.

Finally, Women’s Champion Mickie James called McCool’s victory “awesome,” and said she’s happy the SmackDown Women’s Division now has its own title. However, James isn’t opposed to facing another gold-wearing Diva, no matter the brand.

“I’ve never turned down competition, so if she wants a challenge, I’m up for a challenge. I never say no,” James said with a smile.

Hey guys! Well, it's Wednesday and I just got home from the weekend. Can you believe it? WE DID IT and I am sooooooooooo excited. I don't know if it's actually sunk in that I just became the Divas Champion - wait, the first ever Divas Champion (I just got goosebumps saying that)!!!!

I can't even begin to take you guys on the roller coaster of emotions I have been experiencing since Sunday. It's been almost four years now that I've been living my dream, training hard and trying to prove (that even though I came through the diva search) I'm not just another pretty face...that I'm a competitor, someone who absolutely loves this business and would put their body on the line to do whatever it takes to win! That's what I did Sunday. I put my body on the line, as I knew I would have to with Natalya, and came out on top.

I think I was first in shock not knowing exactly what just happened. It was all so quick and sudden, especially being cut short by Jericho's suprise appearance. What was he thinking ruining my celebration? :) Just joking....i don't care if the celebration would have only lasted a nanosecond, it was the BEST moment of my life!!!! Plus, it could have possibly been a waterworks display if I would have been out there any longer. :)I will admit though....the tears definitely came later. It went from shock, to pure excitement, to being overwhelmed with tears, to being so extremely grateful, happy, giddy and determined to do whatever it takes to keep the title around my waist....because I am completely aware that I now have a huge bullet on my back!

i know you probably think I'm just saying this, but it's you guys (the fans) who keep me going. I can't tell you how much you guys drive me to succeed. It means so much to me that "you've got my back!" I love looking out into the crowd and seeing posters with my name on them, getting messages and comments here on fan nation that are just so inspiring, etc...

I'm sorry this is a little short. I don't want you guys to feel like this isn't one of my best blogs or that in any way I'm not beside myself with excitement about the Divas title b/c I am.....plus, there will be some hot title pictures in the very near future.... but I will give you a brief explanation of why (as I kind of eluded to in one of my last blogs).

A lot of times, us "superstars and divas" explain that sometimes it's hard to put that smile on our face to greet a fan or answer questions when we are having a down day, etc... (which I still try to ALWAYS do no matter what might be happening in my personal life), but I wanted to make sure you guys knew I hadn't forgotten about you since I'm just now getting around to typing my first blog as your Divas Champion :).

Long story short, both of my grandparents are now sick ...one in the hospital and one in the nursing home, and I have just found out that my dog, the love of my life, the one who once saved my life could be battling for his own. So, needless to say it's very rough to stay strong for the ones you love when you just want to break down when you see them. So, with that being said, please forgive me if it's a couple more days before I get back to you guys.. I just couldn't leave you guys hanging thinking I had forgotten about you because that is NOT THE CASE! :) I love you all and thank you all from the bottom of my heart for everything you do.

Remember faith to fight the good fight, heart to believe and soul to search within!

Keeping the faith and the smile on my face.....MM

Michelle McCool comes out first as this match will determine the first ever WWE Divas Champion. The bell rings and we're underway. Mick Foley tells the fans to disregard the emotional scene that we just witnessed. Michelle McCool gets the opening control, working over Natalya. Natalya tries a counter by whipping McCool off the ropes but another counter from Michelle. Natalya finally starts to mount offense and gets aggressive on the mat. Natalya applies a surf board arch submission maneuver. The referee checks on Michelle. McCool breaks the hold and locks a Brazilian heel hook. Natalya gets to the ropes. She goes to the outside and applies an illegal submission hold on McCool.

Natalya gets a one count on Michelle back in the ring. McCool backs her down but Natalya goes for the Sharp Shooter. Natalya locks it in as Michelle screams. Michelle goes for the ropes and finally makes it. Natalya works over McCool after the rope break. She brings Michelle back to the center of the ring and goes for the Sharp Shooter again. Michelle counters with that Brazilian heel hook. Natalya screams in pain and finally taps out.

On Friday Night SmackDown!, Vickie Guerrero entered the ring, followed by the SmackDown! Divas for Vicki's bouquet toss. Before Vicki could throw the bouquet, Michelle McCool attacked Natalya. Vicki ordered Hawkins and Ryder to escort Michelle out of the arena. After the interruption, Vicki proceeded to throw the flowers. Cherry caught the bouquet, but much to her dismay, she found out that she would have to face Natalya and Vicki in singles action.

This Weeks Ranking: 25 | Last Weeks Ranking: 24Michelle crakced the Power 25 Rankings this week. She dropeed down a spot to 25. Here's what it reads:

After losing her match on SmackDown, Michelle McCool received a beat down from Natalya. Things are not looking good for the All-American Girl as the match for the new Divas Championship approaches.

Since making her debut in WWE, SmackDown’s third-generation Diva, Natalya, has been living by the credo, “If you mess with the best, you go down with the rest.” But, the defiant Michelle McCool is aiming to show that she will be the one who stands tall in the end. At The Great American Bash, these two fierce competitors will get their chance to make history as they battle to become SmackDown’s first-ever Divas Champion.

Shortly after General Manager Vickie Guerrero’s stunning announcement of the creation of the new championship, Natalya seized her golden opportunity with authority. By defeating six of the Sexiest Women on Television in a hard-fought Golden Dreams Match, she earned the right to be the first Diva that will compete for the newly created title at the July 20 pay-per-view. Then, after weeks of Diva matches set up to impress Guerrero, the beautiful Michelle McCool earned the second spot, claiming a fast-paced Golden Dreams victory of her own.

Natalya is ecstatic about the monumental opportunity, but does not seem surprised in the least. She has every intention of making her moment count. McCool, no stranger to sneak attacks by the third-generation Superstar, is tenaciously preparing herself for anything in order to claim the top spot on the mountain for herself.

With both Divas’ confidence at an all-time high, one thing is for certain: Whoever walks out of The Great American Bash with the Divas Championship will have given everything she has in order to be a champion.

Now knowing that she will face Michelle McCool at Great American Bash for the newly created Divas Championship, Natalya teamed with Maryse on SmackDown, intent to send a strong message to McCool. The All-American Diva had Cherry by her side, but Natalya used a Sharpshooter, made famous by her uncle, WWE Hall of Famer Bret Hart, to force Cherry to submit. After the match, Natalya made a statement by laying out McCool on the outside, just feet from the Divas Championship. Will McCool find retribution before the two do battle at “The Bash”?

It was announced by Mick Foley and Jim Ross, which Natalya will finally square off against Michelle McCool at WWE's upcoming pay-per-view, The Great American Bash, for the Divas Championship! But before two of SmackDown's most bitter rivals fight to become the first-ever champion, they would meet in the ring tonight, with their respective partners, Maryse and Cherry. Michelle started off the match, opposite Maryse, and showed early dominance. It wasn't until Michelle had been tagged by Cherry, did Maryse really get worked over, having ended up tagging in Natalya. Natalya was quick to dominate the match, and put poor Cherry into a submissive Sharpshooter., picking up the victory. Michelle would later come to aid her friend, only to have been attacked from behind by Natalya, and then later tossed to the outside, where the small of her back was introduced to the mat, via snap suplex by Natalya. Things are surly heating up, as the aggressive ambition between both Divas continues to raise... which all boils down to The Great American Bash.

WWE.com have added a final batch of Photos to Michelle's Summer Skin page! Seven stunning photos have been added.

Hey guys! I hope you all had a safe and fun filled 4th of July! I've got so many things to talk about I don't even know where to start. So, let me aplogize in advance for the randomnessn of this blog. I'm pretty sure it's going to be all over the place. :)

Summer Skin....whoa! It's rare that when we do a photo shoot that we (divas) like most of our pictures. Why..I don't know? Maybe we are just too hard on ourselves, or maybe it's because we shoot all day and it seems like they always pick our least favorite pictures to put online :)

BUT....not this time. For the most part, I really like these pictures. Maybe it's the location, maybe it's the concept of how they are doing the whole thing (focusing on one girl each day, giving the fans a little more insight into our personal lives,etc...) but I've really enjoyed it. It was a fun shoot. It was kind of funny though. We were in a public park so there were people walking around all over looking at me like I was crazy. Oh and then there were the field trips!!! I think it must of been like national "Let's take our classes to Balboa park day!" :) There must have been a gazillion kids there, all walking in line with their teachers, looking at a girl posing in a bikiini wondering what she was doing, giggling as they walked by. It was funny!!! Hey, as long as we get a good picture for the fans, it doesn't matter what's going on around us, right? My favorites are the ones (and I know I said this in the video if you watched it) with the blue and white bikini. That is my all time favorite suit. I may have to recycle that one and shoot some more pictures with it (just act like you haven't seen it before, ok?) :)

Reaching for the stars...did you guys watch last night? I guess Vickie was having too tough of a time deciding who was impressing her enough to face Natalya for the divas title so she made another "reach for the star" match. It was tough and I'm still feeling the after effects from the match, but it was worth every bump and bruise!

I got the star..YAY (insert shout of excitement here) That means that I am one step closer to becoming the first ever Divas Champion.And the belt...did you see how hot it is! I think it'd be pretty cute around my waist if you ask me :) It's going to be a tough battle but one I can't wait to have!

Stay tuned....have a good weekend....and keep the faith!

Loving you all! Michelle

Michelle crakced the Power 25 Rankings this week. She is currently ranked at number 24. Here's what it reads:

The All-American Girl Michelle McCool will be one of two Diva's vying for the SmackDown's new Diva Championship. Unfortunately for her, she'll be going up against Natalya.

WWE.com has released 4 New Photos Of Michelle from her SummerSkin shoots. They have been added so go check them out!

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Alas, Natalya's opponent for the Divas Championship match has been decided! Michelle McCool was able to defeat Victoria, Maryse, Cherry and Kelly Kelly in a 'Golden Dreams' match, obtaining not only the Star in their match, but a secure position on an upcoming WWE Card, where she will square off against Natalya to determine the first-ever Divas Champion. It's been a long, hard road that Michelle has traveled, and she's almost there! Natalya Neidhart vs. Michelle McCool for the Divas Championship is yet to be decided, but until then, you better bet your bottom dollar, win or lose, Michelle will give Natalya the fight of her life... and just might become your first Divas Champion in the process.

Michelle McCool kicks off Summer Skin with a beautiful new photo shoot, a tell-all exclusive, and an in-depth video on WWE.Com. We absolutely love Michelle's photos! She's gorgeous! "She's hot! Hot! Hot!" In fact, it might be safe to say that this photo shoot is one of her best. We're used to seeing the athletic, tomboy side of Michelle. However, we're treated to a more softer, sexy, feminine side of her. We're requesting ... demanding that WWE.Com release the rest of Michelle's photos, now! Who's with us?

If you have nothing to do tonight, then we suggest that you tune into Friday Night SmackDown!, as the All-American Diva will be competing in another Golden Dreams Match. The winner will face Natalya in the first ever WWE Divas Championship Match in the very near future. That's not all! The WWE Divas Championship belt will also be on display.

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Whether she is with seventh graders and it’s science, or she’s her own student and it’s wrestling, Michelle McCool is a teacher all the way.

The All-American Diva signed a contract with WWE shortly after she participated in the 2004 Diva Search where she emerged as one of the finalists. In the course of just over three years, Michelle left the classroom and worked her way all the way up to becoming the top Diva on SmackDown, as voted by our fans.

“I grew up watching wrestling with my dad and my pap pap, my grandfather,” she said. “My dad actually took my brother and my cousin to the first WrestleMania, but thought I was too young.”

Michelle never let her father live that down. When she was six years old, the future Diva finally attended a live event and fell in love.

Growing up, the All-American Girl was always outside and playing sports with her family and neighbors.

“It was all boys,” she said. “People liked to beat me up a lot.”

It’s no wonder how she grew to fit the mold of a WWE Diva, finding that special combination of being rough, but elegant.

“I was a girly girl, but I wasn’t. I wanted to be outside in the dirt, but cute at the same time.”

Michelle is no different today, entertaining our fans as one of the Sexiest Women on Television, but unafraid to take on the toughest of competitors in the squared circle.

The All-American Girl’s career in sports-entertainment began in 2004. During her tenure as a school teacher, Michelle caught an episode of Raw advertising that year’s Diva Search competition. Her desire to be in the ring was nothing new, however. WWE helped her family bond when she was a child.

“My pap pap passed away seven months before I got into the business,” she recalled. “I would have given anything for him to be able to experience this with me.”

Michelle was living her dream for two years. Then, she unexpectedly reached the most challenging time in both her career and her life. In November of 2006 while touring Europe with the company, Michelle was diagnosed with a sodium deficiency that landed her in the hospital for 16 days.

“I have the Superstars and doctors to thank for keeping me alive,” she said.

She would dedicate the months that followed to getting back in the ring.

“It was a horrible time for me. I hated seeing my family and friends see me suffer like that, but it makes you really cherish the moments you have and be thankful for what you’re blessed with.”

Michelle credits faith for much of her recovery. Her beliefs helped her through her illness, allowing the All-American sweetheart to bounce back, and even reach a level in WWE that she never thought possible.

“I attribute everything to faith,” she said. “God put me here with a purpose and I believe that I’m going to achieve my dreams. I’ve got faith that I’m going to climb to the top and I believe that I’m going to do just that.”

The former school teacher has already tasted the peak of the mountain, recently winning a competition to earn the label of top Diva on SmackDown.

“That’s what it’s all about – going out there and putting smiles on our fans faces and inspiring them to chase their dreams,” she explained. “I’m just a small town girl who’s making it happen and if I can do it, anyone out there can. The fans made me the top Diva on SmackDown and I can’t thank them enough.”

Like any great teacher, Michelle devotes herself to giving back to the community that provided much to her. The first students she taught enter their senior year of high school in 2008. But just because the Diva traded in her classroom for a ring doesn’t mean she has completely left the kids she educated. Michelle still visits often, attending sports events and other activities to support her former students. And if any of those kids want another lesson from their old teacher, all they have to do is watch SmackDown on Friday nights to learn how having faith in oneself can help a person accomplish anything.

“Everything that I put my mind to, I have gone after,” she said. “You don’t always succeed, you don’t always get what you want, but I’ve always had faith that I can at least get out there and try.”

The past four years have been a roller coaster ride for Michelle, but she cherishes each day and lives as if each morning was her last, refusing to take any day for granted.

“I think one of the best things about my job right now is I get to be who I am,” she said. “I’m an all-American girl who’s a tomboy at heart, who will take no prisoners or let anyone get in her way, but at the same, look good doing it. It’s the perfect combination of sex appeal and athleticism.”

With her toughest learning experience behind her, earning the honor of being SmackDown’s top Diva and her attitude, Michelle’s future is as bright as ever.

“I came back stronger,” Michelle said, remembering her return after weeks in the hospital and months of recovery. “I came back with more passion and desire. I’m not going to let a near-death experience hold me down.”

In this special edition of Diva Dish, four Divas do the Fourth… the Fourth of July, that is! Find out how Mickie James, Michelle McCool, Cherry and Maryse plan to celebrate Independence Day.

Michelle McCool is happy to have some time off so she can relax at home this Fourth of July.

“I’m a small-town girl at heart. We’re going to grill out, have some barbecue and sit outside by the pool,” said SmackDown’s All-American Girl. “The river runs through my town and we always have a huge fireworks display downtown. So we’re going to enjoy some fun together with some friends and go watch some fireworks, maybe blow some stuff up.”

Michelle has been graced Daily Diva for July 4th! They moded in an American Flag for her outfit for her Heaven Sent Photoshoot.

Been awhile, no? Sorry again guys. I had been out of town all weekend and thought i posted everything i needed to. I'm sooo sorry guys! So here's what I've missed;

June 25 -

WWE.com has uploaded a brand new photoshoot of Michelle titled "Stairway to Heaven". These are great pics worth a look.

June 27 -

Six other competitors wanting a title taste fought it out on Friday night, as well. Maryse, Victoria & Natalya shined against Michelle McCool, Kelly Kelly & Cherry. SmackDown General Manager Vickie Guerrero has yet to make a decision about who will take on Natalya in the first ever Diva Championship Match. If Friday served as advantageous for anyone, Maryse offered up a fine performance on her way to pinning Cherry to earn her team the victory. [Digitals added]

June 28 -

New changes, new adventures & lets do this
Saturday, June 28, 2008, 12:02 PM EST
Hey guys! Well, it's Saturday morning and the draft has once again made its annual impact on all three brands. There were definitely some big changes that came out of it. I think the biggest surprise was actually good ole' JR! I mean, who would have ever thought it? I think, judging by the looks on 99% of the draftees' faces, there were some VERY unexpected changes!

There weren't too many changes with the Divas, but who truly knows if there's more to come or not (believe me.....we never know what to expect)? Smackdown got Maria which is a very welcome addition. Anyhow, I guess it just means it's back to getting down to business and trying to impress Vickie any chance I get! I'm open for suggestions... :) She's not the easiest to make happy, ya know?

Well, I'm going to go for now. I posted a couple new pictures...take a look and hope you enjoy! I'll be getting back with you guys later tonight! Keep the faith....mm

June 30 -

The simple things...
Hey guys! I finally figured out how to create a blog exclusively for my friends (who'd of thought it'd just be a matter of clicking the arrow to "friends".....sometimes it's the simple things that get me) :)

Anyway, I've been a bit under the weather this weekend so I haven't been on the computer entirely too much. I have spent a lot of time in bed doing absolutely nothing and kind of getting used to it (it's not too often we get to do that, ya know) ! :) Sick or not, it's back to work today....yay!!! I start to go a bit crazy when I have a few days off....

I read all of your comments concerning my last blog. Thanks for all the compliments, suggestions, tips, etc... that you gave me. I take them all to heart! So, I'm sure you all heard (if you didn't see for yourselves) that the new SD divas championship was not fought for last night at Night of Champions. Who knows what's going on there? Is Vickie not "impressed" enough with any of us? Was she too busy with her personal life to choose a partner for Natalya? Your guess is as good as mine. I guess I'll just have to do whatever it takes to catch her attention this week. Between you and me, Natalya prances around backstage with her BFF Victoria like she owns the place. Honestly, what has she done? She's been given a lot and done very little. That's ok.....it makes me that much more hungry. I think I can speak on behalf of all the divas when I say that she when she pulled down the golden star a few weeks back, she also put a huge bullseye on her back and I am aiming for her! Until next time.....

Faith, heart & soul...it'll take you wherever you want to go! Love you all!

ALL PHOTOS ADDED. PLUS MICHELLE'S FANNATION PHOTOS.

Sorry for the lack of updates! Ive been super busy and havent had time to update. So here is the past news I havent posted;

Freddie Prinze, Jr. Blogs On Michelle

Am I sensing a theme?Am I trippin'? Or are our wrestlers getting more time to, you know, wrestle?

Michelle vs Layla seemed longer than normal. This is a GOOD thing. Normally, Michelle would get beat on, come back, and win. Tonight, she took some, came back, took more, put Layla on her back and instead of 123, Layla kicks out! (i was like what? my imaginary friend was like, yeah bro, they're wrestling) Now lets forget that Michelle wins with a quick tap by Layla. GOD BLESS MICHELLE for adapting MMA into her game. I know people will argue with me, but i really see a BIG TIME place for this in WWE. (getting distracted by finishers) After last week's BIG TIME match between Punk and MVP and this week's matches going long as well ... Koslov VS Noble. (watching Kane MVP right now, have to stop typing)

My opinion is you give your stars a shot at maintaining a longer match, one with a story. you learn VERY QUICKLY who can handle it and who can not. Michelle has the goods, has the submission finisher (great when really extended), and has the endurance, RING endurance, for a nice showdown with Natalya (who looked crazy hot tonight) 

So nice work Ms Mc Cool, nice work. WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!

Smackdown! Results

After having her fans settle without an appearance last week, Michelle was back, and with a point to prove: she wants gold, and she'll stop at nothing to get it! Michelle squared off within the ring against ECW's Layla, as the two beauties put on a match which would later determine who shall advance into the next round. The round for a Diva's Championship opportunity against Natalya. Michelle often found herself ahead of Layla, pulling out a new move set, along with those her fans have come to recognize and appreciate. While Michelle and Layla proved to put on a great bout, once again, with an Ace up her sleeve, Michelle was victorious. Placing Layla in her heel lock, and further forcing the extreme beauty, Michelle will advance -- much to the dismay of Natalya, who watched from a top the stage. Could the future hold a match between Natalya and McCool, and furthermore, who shall prove her worth as SmackDown's first Diva's Champion?

Michelle's Fan Nation Blogs

1''The smile that lights the face will also warm the heart!"

Well, after being on the road for 14 days now, eight being overseas and on a plane for a total (roughly) of 46 hours from the time I left my house until the time I got back tonight, I finally made it home around 9:00 this evening. To say I'm tired is an understatement. However, it's 4:28a.m. (yes, a.m.) and I can't go to sleep. I'm having a case where my internal clock is telling me its 4:00 on Thursday afternoon in Australia. Whoa ... help! I hope this doesn't last the rest of the week while I'm home because I am sleepy!!! Guess I can look on the bright side ... I’ve already got a couple of loads of laundry complete!

1. The Australian tour ... The land Down Under treated us really, really well. It's absolutely beautiful over there. (I think I'm convinced that I could live there.) As I'm sure you know, we did seven shows, seven days in seven different cities. It was a whirlwind, but the shows were AWESOME!!! I had two single matches with Victoria, two single matches with her BFF Natalya and three tag matches (my partner being Kelly Kelly) against the two of them. I am completely bruised and beaten, but put up one heck of a fight every time I stepped into the ring. Those are two "Divas" that I will never get tired of facing!

The fans were crazy! Every show was packed! There is no greater feeling than the adrenaline rush you get, the excitement you feel and the chill bumps you get as soon as your music hits. I don't even know what to say about it. It's a feeling like none other!

To the fans Down Under: Thank you from the bottom of my heart. You cheered for us, you laughed, you booed, you cried and we appreciated every minute of it. Until next time...

2. The Draft ... I've been getting TONS of e-mails asking if I'm changing brands. The answer is simple. I have absolutely no earthly idea! Anyone is game to be traded. I guess I'll find out as soon as you guys do from San Antonio on Monday night. I'm pretty much indifferent now. My dream, my goal is to have the gold around my waist and now that's possible on both Raw and SmackDown. I do feel like I have some unfinished business with a few Divas in particular on Raw (but who's to say they don't get traded to SD), yet General Manager Vickie Guerrero has now created a Divas Championship on SD that I would LOVE to get my hands on ... creating history at the same time. Not much longer for us all to wait ... only four more days, but who's counting, right?!

3. Accomplishment ... "If you wait for perfect conditions, you will never get anything done. Be sure to stay busy and plant a variety of crops, for you never know which will grow, perhaps they all will."

I think it's really easy to get discouraged at times and to give up. A lot of you have told me that it's just too hard to reach your goals, every time you feel like you are going somewhere; something happens that holds you back or causes you to quit. Three words ... THIS IS NORMAL!

We all go through periods, yes even us "Superstars," where we feel like all our hard work is going nowhere, where we feel like we have given all we can possibly give, where we want something so bad that it's frustrating when we can't quite get our hands on it, when we try something or give ideas only to have them shot down, where we just feel like giving up. Don't give up (and believe me I've had to look in a mirror and tell myself the same thing on occasion)!!!! That's why I love the above quote. Nothing ... not the place, not the time, not the people and not the conditions will EVER be perfect. That's when you have to not get lazy and give up. That's when you have to dig even deeper and work even harder to get whatever it is you want. I promise, your perseverance will pay off ... you might just have to have patience to see it happen. It will happen when the timing is right. Don't give up! No dream is ever too big!

It's 5:06 a.m. now, and I'm going to try to go to sleep again! Hope all is well with each of you. Remember faith to fight the good fight, heart to believe and soul to search within - it will get you wherever you want to go. Dream big!

Lovin' Life,
Michelle

2Hey guys! Just wanted to say welcome to my personal fan nation page....I'm so excited to have it to keep you guys in the loop, get your feedback, comments, suggestions and most of all - to let you into my life "outside of the ropes!"

This is new to me so please bare with me. I'm definitely just playing with it now trying to figure out how it all works. My goal is to give you a weekly update each week at the beginning of the week and to check my comments everyday (and respond to as many as possible...once I figure out how to respond) :).

I want you guys to tell me what you want.....pictures, blogs, questions, etc... I'm here for you! I hope you enjoy. Until we "speak" again....keep the faith!

Love you all!

Divas Just Wanna Have Fun!

Perhaps Victoria had decided to stop by during Michelle's "Coach McCool" photoshoot she had for SmackDown! magazine in 2005, alongside Candice Michelle and Torrie Wilson. While the girls prove to give each other a beating from time to time, it's nice to see them getting along and playing it up for the camera. Wouldn't you agree?

Thanks to Daily-Slam.com, we have 7 HQ candids from Michelle's recent houseshow in Sydney, Australia. Michelle & Kelly teamed up again to fight Natayla & Victoria.

Thanks to Unique Divas we have 3 HQ Candids from Michelle's recent Houseshow Event in Australia during their SD/ECW Tour. here are the results:

Hey guys! Soo sorry for not posting that we were going on a break! I decided to get things caught back up, but I may not re-open yet. I'm going to start were we left off and work down. Thanks for visiting!

Backstage Interview May 26, 2008

Even though, Michelle was absent on Friday Night SmackDown!, she is featured in one of the latest WWE.Com Exclusive.

Joey Styles has no questions for Michelle, instead, he delivers the news that traffic goes up whenever she's featured on WWE.Com. Joey's assignment was to find a way to put Michelle on the website. Mission accomplished!

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Heaven Sent Photoshoot

WWE.Com has added a new shoot to Michelle's profile gallery, titled Heaven Sent! Maybe it's just us, but doesn't it seem as though Michelle has been channeling the success of Trish Stratus' photo shoots? Michelle is not only using some of the same poses and facial expressions as Stratus before her, but she's workin' with an all-new style we've come to love. If she isn't, we'll just say great minds think alike! It's time to bring back those rumors that Michelle McCool is the next Trish Stratus, but then again, Michelle is in a league of her own!

Daily Diva May 30, 2008

Michelle is looking gorgeous as WWE.Com's Daily Diva for today. Her photo is taken from the "Heavenly Body" photo session.

Smackdown! May 30, 2008 Results

On Friday Night SmackDown!, Michelle took on Maryse, accompanied by Deuce and Domino, in a Diva Match. Michelle executed a couple of arm drags to Maryse to get the match underway. A lot of back and forth action from both Divas, however, Michelle having the upper-hand for most of the match. Maryse had tried to finish off Michelle with a leg-lock, only to have Cherry's entrance music hit. The shy and sweet Diva made an entrance onto the ramp to distract her brother and ex-boyfriend. Michelle counteracted her opponent's move into a Brazilian heel-hook submission for the win.

We're very pleased to announce that Michelle has finally made her debut on Power 25 (a.k.a. P25)! The Academy of Wrestling Arts and Sciences ranked Michelle #23 on this week's P25 for her impressive victory over Maryse on Friday Night SmackDown! Michelle has earned votes (recognition) by The Academy on a few occasions for her outstanding performances in the squared circle. We hope that Michelle will remain on next week's P25 and who knows, she might surpass WWE Divas Beth Phoenix and Mickie James on rankings too.

Best Damn Sports Show Period

Fans were treated to Michelle's very first visit on the popular late night sports talk show, where Michelle shared many laughs and stories you'll just have to check out yourself! A fun interesting note, Michelle even shares some tidbit about the hole in the center of her chest, which she still wears as a badge of honor! How'd it get there? You'll soon find out. And if that wasn't enough for our Michelle Marks, did you know that Michelle may be the only one superstar to hold a Masters degree in WWE? Talk about brains, beauty and brawn! It's quite the interview/chat, as Michelle proves to be a great featured guest.

Diva Dish: Divas Down Under

In this week’s Diva Dish, travel to Australia and New Zealand with Michelle McCool and Kelly Kelly; chat with BFFs Victoria and Natalya; and head to Fox Sports Net’s Best Damn Sports Show Period with All-American Girl McCool. 

Outback Divas
The Divas are about to head Down Under on SmackDown and ECW’s tour of Australia and New Zealand. The tour kicks off Wednesday in Auckland, New Zealand, and continues through June 17, hitting Christchurch, New Zealand and Melbourne, Adelaide, Sydney, Newcastle and Brisbane, Australia.

“I’ve been to Australia once before, and we went to Auckland, New Zealand. We were there for a few days. It was absolutely beautiful, so I’m very excited to go back there. I remember last time I was there I did some fine dining and shopping, so hopefully we’ll be in that same area again,” Michelle McCool told Diva Dish.

“We were right on the water – beautiful, crystal clear, blue water. And the fans were great!” the SmackDown Diva continued. “I actually just looked at our tour schedule and it doesn’t look like we’re going to have much time to go out and sightsee, but every little hour I get I’m going to try to get out and spend it out and about, doing the tourist thing.”

Talking sports
Michelle McCool told Diva Dish that one of her longtime dreams came true this week when she was a guest star on Fox Sports Net’s Best Damn Sports Show Period.

“It was so much fun. John Cena was one of the celebrity co-hosts, along with Eddie George from the Titans, and Charissa Thompson and John Salley. It was great. I had so much fun. They were so nice,” McCool said.

The All-American Diva, who is a big sports fan, said everyone on the set made her feel welcome and comfortable.

“We talked about sports-entertainment, about how the Divas match up to the guys, about how we get injuries. I talked about being a teacher and having my master’s degree in education. We talked about my love for sports growing up, how I got into WWE and what it’s like to live a dream,” she said.

“I could have stayed there all day. They were so much fun to talk to and so much fun to be around. I can’t wait to see it!”

Smackdown! June 6, 2008 Results 

Vickie Guerrero was backstage with the women of Smackdown, including Michelle McCool, Maryse, Kelly Kelly, Layla, Cherry, and Victoria and Natalya Neidhart wearing paired t-shirts. (Each had half a broken heart on their t-shirts which, when put together, would say "Best Friends.") Vickie talked about how much she always admired Fabulous Moolah and her long title reign, and how she wanted to give the women of Smackdown an opportunity. She announced that there would be a new Smackdown divas title. Vickie said that there would be a Golden Star match tonight, with the winner moving on to Night of Champions to fight for the new title.

Natalya defeated Kelly Kelly, Layla, Maryse, Cherry, Victoria, and Michelle McCool in a Golden Star match to qualify for the Smackdown divas title match at Night of Champions. A lot of brawling, with everyone trying to climb a poll and retrieve the big golden star. They teased dissension with Victoria and her friend Natalya early. In the end, Michelle McCool was going for the star. Victoria was battling her on the turnbuckle, and Natalya came up, doing the corner chain powerbomb on the two of them before retrieving the golden star. She celebrated afterwards and did her face and bit where she pulls her arms back, which I guess is her pose, about a million times for the roving camera, as I guess the cameraman
WINNER: Natalya

Faith, Heart && Soul No.16

 Hey guys! It's that time again ... time to inspire, time to give thanks, time to encourage, and time to LOVE LIFE! There have been so many exciting things going on on my end that I can't wait to share with each of you (as well as answer some questions / topics you all want to know about). So, why wait? Here we go. As we've been doing, I wanted to start with some quotes that have come in quite handy in my life! [Rest Added In Proper Section]

2008 Heros Awards - June 7, 2008

we now have 14 gorgeous photos of Michelle from the 2008 Hero Awards that took place yesturday. Michelle is sporting a cute blue dress, and is looking super gorgeous.

With McMahon's Millions

"McMahon's Million Dollar Mania" sweepstakes has everybody's head spinning about the possiblity of winning the "Mon-ayy." WWE.com caught up with your favorite Superstars to ask them what they would do if they won the $1 million for themselves. Though unfortunately for them, and us, WWE employees aren't eligible to enter and win Mr. McMahon's money.

Michelle says:
"There are a lot of things I would do with it. Pay off my house, or help my family and good friends pay off any debts that they had. Donate, give back. And with whatever's left, I might go on a little shopping spree or vacation. It would be a beautiful, elaborate vacation on a private island with no worries in mind. Other than that, I think I’d just store it away. I’ve been blessed with a lot of things. I can’t think of one certain thing I’d just have to have."

Daily Diva 6.11.08

Diva Dish: Divas Down Under Pt. 2

This week in Diva Dish, Natalya and Victoria embark on the SmackDown/ECW tour of Australia and New Zealand. Also, Natalya, Michelle McCool, Kelly Kelly, Victoria, Beth Phoenix, Eve, Katie Lea, Cherry, Lilian Garcia, Layla and Maria share their Father’s Day wishes.

Honoring Dad
Michelle McCool said her father has been a lifelong role model and “the best man in the whole entire world.”

“He always instilled discipline. He was the tough dad – he showed tough love. I totally respect that more than I did when I was younger. It made me the person I am,” the SmackDown Diva said. “He’s loving, he’s caring, he’s funny and he would do absolutely anything in the world for me – he and my mom. They’re there for me. That’s what makes him the best father, ever.”

Since McCool won’t be with her dad this Father’s Day – she’ll be in Australia on tour – she offered him this message: “I’d just tell him what I say every Father’s Day – Happy Father’s Day. Thank you for all you do – words can’t express how much I love you. Love you, Dad!”

Smackdown!/ECW New Zealand Tour

ECW and SmackDown are currently traveling down under for a tour of New Zealand and Australia. WWE.com have added som photos of the Tour, in which two feature Michelle!

All digitals and tour photos have been added.

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Joey Styles interviews Michelle McCool after her match with Layla. McCool speaks about her growing tension with Natalya.

Mick read another poem dedicated to Michelle, but it was a Springsteen rip-off. Couple arm-drags by Michelle, then a monkey flip. Layla came back with some forearms, but Michelle took her down with a drop-toe hold. Mick made jokes about wishing Michelle was his science teacher, then named off the two he actually had. He then said some of her students must’ve walked away from the class with their textbook strategically placed. Michelle won with the heel hook submission.

There are so many tips that I can continuously give out to everybody. You hear the obvious: eat healthy, work out so many times a week – but it’s more than that.

I believe physical, spiritual and emotional well-being tie in together. I think people become overwhelmed when they try to do something and stick to it every single day. My advice is to pick something different each day to focus on. If it’s being more self-confident that day, pick something you like about yourself, focus on that and you’ll find that when you’re more happy within, that’s going to show up on the outside. Or maybe it’s eating breakfast the next day to kick start your metabolism. Maybe it’s going for a walk around the block. Whatever it is, start little and work your way up and you’ll just see a huge difference.

It’s amazing we have a week dedicated to National Women’s Health, but it’s really something that we need to focus on everyday. Make it a habit. There are so many habits that we have that are bad. Why not make some good ones? I think it’s something we should stay focused on day in and day out.

Cherry, Kelly Kelly and Michelle McCool vs. Victoria & Natalya & Layla El

McCool and Natalya open the bout.  Natalya unloads with forearms in the corner, then tags in Victoria.  She leg scissors McCool, then works over her arm.  McCool backflips out of the corner, then kicks Victoria down.   Cherry tagged in, then slid under for a sunset flip attempt.  

Victoria ducked out of the ring, leavinga distracted  Cherry to be clotheslined by Natalya in a sweet spot.  Natalya (head and arms above everyone else in the working department it really seems) locks on an armbar.  The heels continue to work on Cherry.  Victoria hit a flip legdrop into the ring.  Sabu would be proud.  Victoria went for a spot but Cherry got her knees up.  Victoria recovered, nailed the other face Divas, then locked on a front facelock to prevent a tag. 

She went after the babyface corner again, and this time Cherry rolled her up for the pin.

Although Michelle was not featured in a match this week on Smackdown, she was shown backstage watching Natalya take on Kelly Kelly. Natalya ended up picking up the victory.

When not sweating it out in the ring, WWE's Superstars and Divas know the importance of not only looking good ... but smelling good, too. WWE.com asked a few Superstars and Divas if they could create their own personal fragrance, what would it be?

Michelle: First, it would be a real fresh scent. Nothing fruity, nothing real flowery - just fresh and clean. That's what I like, that's what I am. It would be cool, clean and fresh, and we would call it Faith, Heart & Soul.

Hey guys! It’s been awhile, huh? I’m sorry. I’ve had my hands full on both Raw and SmackDown as of late. J No excuses though, I miss writing you guys so let’s get down to business! I always say "Dream Big" so today’s quotes will be about dreaming:

"It doesn’t do any harm to dream, as long as you get up and hustle when the alarm goes off!"

"We create our future by what we dream today!"

Notes on Natalya ... so as you all know by now, we have a third-generation, so called, "Superstar" on SmackDown. And let me tell you, she’s more arrogant, annoying and asinine in person than she is on TV!

Let me first state that I have the utmost respect for the Hart brothers and what they did in the ring and for a business I truly love. On the other hand, Natalya has done absolutely nothing to even gain an ounce of respect from me. She’s jumped me from behind, picked on my friends and cheated throughout ALL of her matches ... and she calls herself a winner??? WHATEVER! J I’ve got news for her. I’m a third-generation "McCool," and though I’m the first in my family to be in the squared circle ... she better up her ante with her athletic ability, learn to play fair (or else she will be forced to) and accept the fact that she has a butt-whooping coming her way from yours truly! J I know there’s a lot of you that gotten completely fed-up with her and Victoria, but don’t worry. What goes around comes around!

On being the No. 1 search on Yahoo ... A lot of you have sent me some of the most awesome, encouraging, gracious e-mails congratulating me on being the No. 1most searched person on Yahoo last Saturday! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

I’m still not convinced that there wasn’t some sort of mistake, but hey, I’ll take it. That came from out of the blue to me. I mean, it was on NFL draft day. That’s big! J This is one of the greatest accomplishments so far. How does that happen, really? J All I can say is I hope everyone stays intrigued and continues to want to know more about me because I promise, I’ve got a lot more to show. Thanks again! You guys are amazing!

Beth "The Glamazon" Phoenix … So, as you may or may not have seen, all of the Divas have been on Raw the past couple of weeks. Just because we had a little celebration (which was much deserved) for Mickie James, a few other bitter divas (Beth in particular), decided they wanted to stir up some trouble. Yes, Beth came out and insulted all of us. She called Mickie’s win a "fluke," and said that all of us other "inferior Divas" were just a slap in the face. I didn’t really appreciate that too much, so I took matters into my own hands (literally) J. Sooooooooo … I showed her what an "actual" slap in the face was. I have to admit, I enjoyed every moment of it. I can’t wait to get my hands on her again.

Learning to "be happy" … Many of you continue to ask for advice on how to be confident, how to "fit in," and how to "love life." I can’t stress it enough … You have to love yourself before anyone else is going to love you. We all have something good within us and we can ALWAYS find something good about others. The old adage is true – treat others the way you want to be treated. Many of you complain that you get picked on and want to retaliate. We, including myself, have been picked on at some point in our lives. The thing is…the ones doing the picking don’t have anything else better to do. In most cases, they are insecure and feel like they are accomplishing something by bullying others (kind of like Victoria and Natalya). Don’t give in and don’t worry. "Worry weighs a person down; an encouraging word cheers a person up!"

If you just ignore them and prove that you are bigger than that, they will eventually walk away … promise! Just continue to treat others with respect, and it will come back your way. I find that when I make other people happy is when I’m the happiest myself. It’s amazing how putting a smile on someone else’s face will make you feel. To be confident, you have to believe in yourself. You are all special, you all have special traits and all deserve to be happy! Love yourself for who you are, don’t change for anyone and you will truly experience what it’s like to "love life."

I love you all. Thank you for the continued love and support. Dream Big!

Remember … faith to fight the good fight, heart to believe and soul to search within.

Lovin’ Life,
Michelle

After WWE guaranted Torrie a promotional contract, I guess they changed their minds. Today Torrie got fired for unknown reasons. We understand Torrie was in-active WWE, but she wanted to still be working within the company. WWE what have you done?

Me and Marie would like to thank Torrie for all the entertaining she provided us for over 7 years.

Thank You Torrie! We Love You!

WWE.Com has added a new shoot to Michelle's profile gallery, titled Heavenly Body! It appears as though this session was taken prior to the altercation between Beth Phoenix and Michelle a few weeks back on RAW -- you know the one, the slap heard around the world! This shoot definitely testifies to the ever-evolving style of Michelle: punk-rock glamour!

Tonight on Raw Mickie faced Beth in a Diva Lumber Jill match for the woman’s title. The ring was already surrounded by the divas when the match was announced by Lillian. Ashley and Maria covered one side of the ring while the other divas were scattered around the other sides. In the middle of the match Jillian grabbed Mickie's leg to trip her. Suddenly all the divas started to attack each other. Ashley fought with Layla, Jillian and Natalya mostly, and then a commercial break took place. Towards the end of the match Beth was thrown out of the ring to where Ashley and Maria were. They went to throw her back in the ring but Beth pushed Ashley to the floor and drug Maria in the ring by the hair. Melina was about to hit Mickie on the head with her shoe but Mickie ducked and she ended up hitting Beth. Mickie then rolled up Beth for the three count. Mickie, Ashley and the other face divas walked up the ramp together celebrating.

When four of SmackDown’s Divas squared off in a tag match, it was clear that love wasn’t in the air. After some heated tag and singles encounters in recent weeks, tonight it was the team of Victoria & Natalya that emerged victorious over Michelle McCool & Cherry when Natalya pinned the All-American Diva.

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sorry for posting this late! ive been away from my computer. digitals to be added later