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#BowtieAmbassadors – Yadira Sings Pip’s Praises

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How Did I Become A Pipster.?

Well, let’s go back to that day 2/13/12 when Phillip Andrew Arnold (Pip) was on The Voice. That day was the day that I knew for a fact I was a Pipster, because Pip was someone who stood out to me and I couldn’t help but kind of fan girl when all four judges turned for him. And well since that moment he made it past The Blind Auditions I instantly fell in love with him, his voice, and well his sense of style. There wasn’t a week I didn’t miss Pip (The Voice), or a day that I didn’t talk/mention him, and since then I always carry a bow tie around for luck. On 3/26/12 was the day I joined #TeamBowtie, I don’t think I’ve ever been prouder to be a part of something than #TeamBowtie. Then came the #PipsterPledge, where I was committed to Always Support Pip, and I have until this day, Always to be a leader, Supporter, and a friend to all Pipster’s, proud to say I have and I know that otherPipster’s have too, Last but not least To Always Be #TeamBowTie, and I know that I always will because it has changed my life completely.

                                  How Being A Pipster Impacted On My Life.?

To be honest being a Pipster changed my life because Pip’s helped me realize that if you follow your dreams you can get far no matter the age, the looks, or the style. I’ve also had the opportunity to meet Pipster’s like me, and it’s crazy how we are all brought together because of Pip. Another thing I never liked to wear dresses, and one day I found a dress that matched a bow-tie that I’ve been dying to wear and thanks to Pip for bringing bow-ties to my life I actually wore the dress, my family went all out. I also think that being a Pipster has helped me to realize not to judge people for their looks but for who they are, as I think back I realize that Pip has made one of the biggest Impacts on my life. Pip’s in my Twitter bio, Facebook inspirational people, I Wear/Carry bowties because of him, he’s my wallpaper.. I don’t call it obsessed I just think he is a person I really care about and look up too. It’s like the day Adam let Pip go, I couldn’t stand but to cry a little because it hit me I wasn’t really thinking Pip would leave because there wasn’t a day I didn’t vote for him. Pip is my inspiration, hero, someone I know I can look up to, and for me to write this letter is crazy and I just wish Pip the best for the future and hope I get to see and meet him

someday..
          - Yadira Chavez
                     Twitter Name: @Me4EverFamous

#BowtieAmbassadors – Michelle Becomes More Than Just @PipsYimBracelet

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Ok this has been long overdue, but I really wanted to share my story with you guys. So, here it is :) How i became a pipster is actually one of pure luck! I had never watched the voice nor did i ever intend to but my aunt does. We went shopping and of course it was a voice day so naturally she had to watch it. Interested, also having nothing else to do, I watched too. My bestie Tori was bugging me to see it anyway. It had just started with auditions and i first noticed the judges, suprised to see they were actual recording artists (no offense to american idol) and became intrigued by the brave people willing to sing to the back of chairs of such amazing singers! And their bickering! God they acted like children fighting over them, which i found highly amusing. So there i was already loving the show when all of a sudden a bowtie- converse wearing cutie shows up on the screen. He was southern Georgia boy who didn’t care what people thought of him but was also determined to show the whole world what he had to offer (amazing what you get from a little pre carson interview huh?) Well imagine my surprise when i heard him sing! Right when he opened his mouth i could not believe the vocal range he had. He was smooth and confident and i found myself already rooting for him! All 4 chairs turned just like i knew they would. His looks caught my attention, his voice stunned me beyond belief, and that 3 letter name has come to mean so much to me now. It wasn’t until i followed him on twitter and watched his ustreams that made me love him even more! His passion, humor, and down to earth personality was very warming and completely genuine, it also stole my heart. In those few moments, in that incredible audition, i knew he would be my favorite. Of course i loved them all but only one could win so i rooted for him and i’m pleased to say have never missed an episode since. I eventually became more involved in his fandom through twitter, and being new to the whole fan-girl process surprised it came so easily. I was teambowtie/pipster and proud! Then i noticed the many fan accounts of Pip clothing and couldn’t help but love the fandom! More and more accounts were made and one tweet from his beautiful sister Bridget teasing about how there wasn’t an account for his bracelet, led me to an idea that quickly formed. I had been tweeted once by him but decided it was time to stop annoying the non-pipsters and devote an account completely for him. Thanks to Bridget i am now PipsYimBracelet and could not be more honored to have my account titled after something so important, which he also followed that same day! Of course i was estatic but a little bummed i didn’t get to bother him for a follow lol. For those who don’t know just how amazing this wristband is, well it’s all due to the incredible Stewart Hay! He truly was an inspiration defined. Even though hes not here today his legend still lives on through such a beautiful organization and his kids, Cam and Machaelie Hay, who are undeniably amazing. It was no surprise that Pip helped promote such a remarkable organization that was created for youth to be involved in mission work! So of course i was heart-broken when adam eliminated him! I was so angry that i even said a few things im not so proud of.. you know because he could actually see my tweets! Lol but it didn’t matter because i knew this would not be the last the world would see of Phillip Andrew Arnold! Now he’s creating an album, with our help, and here we are still as strong and crazy as ever. (I must admit i never truly forgave adam but im getting over it lol) Pip impacted my life in a way most artists dream of impacting their fans lives. He displayed courage in the face of nerve-wreaking and scary chances all in the pursuit of his dreams, which gave me hope in the pursuit of mine. He also led me to the most amazing girls, i haven’t had the pleasure of meeting yet, but have became a daily part of my life. He is the reason we are pipsters and along the way we became something more, we became a family. A crazy one but one i know i will always be apart of. I am and will forever more be a Pipster at heart.

- Michelle aka @PipsYimBracelet

#BowtieAmbassadors – Ana Shows International Affection for Pip

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My little story began 2 years ago, when I watched 1st performance of
the show The Voice.  I liked it at all! It was amazing! I was
watching how people showed their talent and potential. And of course I
wanted to see the next season of the show. And something happened with
me…
I began to see the 2d season of “The Voice”. And I saw Him!
Really! It was like miracle! I don’t lie! I saw different guys but Pip
was person who made me smile!
When I saw him I said: “Oh, my God! He’s so lovely! His style is so
nice! I like it!” And then I listened his voice and realized that it’s
the most beautiful and clear voice I’ve ever heard!”  And I was sure
all coaches would push their button down, and I was right!
What else can I say about my 1st look?
The performances of Pip were very exciting. And I like the song “The
House of the Rising Sun” so Pip became my favorite artist.
And also I though: “He’s so young and so talent! I also want to be
such a great person.”
After 1st performance of Pip I began to work hard! Hahaha! It was
not hard, and it was real pleasure for me! I found different videos with
Pip, and information about him. I wanted to share all of this with my
friends and my social friends. I wanted all people support this guy! I
dreamed he’d be winner.
Then some time I couldn’t watch “The Voice”, school was more
important. But I didn’t miss performances with Pip. His little steps
to the 1st place was the most happy event!
And there was the time when I was so busy that I didn’t watch the
show. And my friend phoned me and said: “Anna, mmmm…sorry..He was
eliminated..” Oh! I was shocked! Really! I couldn’t believe it! I
decided! I’d still be a Pipster!
My 1st step was when I dedicated little site to Pip and got
information about him. I wanted to share my love with other people.
But 1st I live in Russia, and that means that I don’t get certain sites in the Russian
language, so I’d translate all information. 2d people in Russia are
not so friendly as in America for example. So I tried to get
encouragement from them.
For me Pip is talent, goodness, smile, potential and hope! Thanks to
him I’m more purposeful, more kind and more happy! I’m proud of be
Pipster! It’s great name! I’m Pipster!!! I’m very happy to be the part
of this wonderful Pip’s world!

Ana – @AnaSelyackowa

#BowtieAmbassadors – Becca R and Her Love for Pip

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I never really had a favorite on The Voice until Pip came along. When I saw his interview before his audition, I noticed that he was really cute, had an awesome style, and seemed sweet. His audition was jaw dropping! (Literally, I sat on my couch speechless!) His version of “House of the Rising Sun” was amazing! When all four coaches turned around for him, I was so happy! He was my favorite from then on out! Every time I hear Pip sing, I become a bigger fan of him! When it was the battle rounds, I was scared because Nathan is a really good singer also. They both did very well singing “You Know I’m No Good”. When Adam chose Pip, I knew from then that he had a good chance of winning the whole thing. When it came to the live performances, I was so excited to see Pip perform “When You Were Young”. I really like that song and his version of it. The next day, when it was the results, I went out to dinner with my family. We nearly made it home in time. I jumped out of my car and ran downstairs and turned the TV on right as they were announcing who was saved by America. When Pip wasn’t the one of the first two saved, I was literally shaking I was so nervous! When I heard his name, I screamed and jumped around my basement. I was so excited that Pip was one step closer to finals.

His last performance on the show, “Somewhere Only We Know”, was my favorite. I love the way he made the song his own! During his performance I told my friend (who doesn’t really watch the Voice often) to vote for Pip. I told her every vote counts and he needs them all! I told her the number and she called it, but she said it didn’t work. I just thought that was because voting had not opened yet. At the end of the show, I was sure that Pip would stay. Everyone loves Pip! But when Adam sent him home, I was so pissed! I seriously started to cry and I have hated Adam ever since. (Well not hate, but I like him A LOT less) I knew that by sending Pip home, Adam would send away his chance of winning the competition. My friend’s call wouldn’t work because he got sent home. L I told myself that I was done watching the Voice after Pip was sent home, but I needed to know who won.

I bought everyone of Pip’s performances on itunes. I have a pipster playlist on my iPod which includes all of Pip’s the Voice performances and his cover of “Sweet dreams” and his first original “Just Today”! I love all of his songs! His voice is so amazing and I can’t go a day without listening to one of his songs! None of his songs get old! I can seriously listen to them for hours!

I even made a twitter account just to follow him. Since I got a twitter, I have noticed how awesome of a person Pip really is. He cares about his fans and reads all of the tweets to him. I remember when he replied to the picture of my pipster shoes saying they look great. My shoes will forever be special! And then there was the time he thanked me for donating to his kickstarter. The thing that I love the most about Pip is that he cares for his fans. When I told him I was having surgery, he wished me luck! It is great knowing that the person you look up to cares about you! That made me a little less nervous for my surgery. Thanks for that Pip! <3

When I heard about the pipster project, I wanted to help! It was so much fun coming up with my 3 words to describe Pip. They were breathtaking, handsome, and classy! (Which are all true) The project came out awesome! (Thanks to Steph!) I loved watching his reaction to my entry as well as the others!

I would say I have been a pipster since the very beginning. I love being a pipster because I know that Pip is an awesome guy who can really sing! He is super talented!  Getting a twitter has connected me with many other pipsters. Now I have other people who I can talk to about Pip! I can’t wait for Pip’s album to come out. I know that it will be amazing! Pip is so inspirational and I look up to him! I hope that one day I have a chance to meet Pip! (It is on my bucket list!)

-Becca (@beccalovespip)

#BowtieAmbassadors – Sam aka The Guitar Chick turned Pipster

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   Many of the Pipsters see me as the one that is always making jokes about wanting to “Tap” Pip or do some weird things to him with food, but that isn’t all there is to my interest in him.  There is way more.

    I’m not going to say how my life was changed forever when I first heard his voice because that’s not totally true for me.  I wasn’t a total Pipster from the start.  I loved his voice, and he was my favorite from team Adam, but overall, it was RaeLynn.  Of course I cheered him on, listened to his music, and did some fan-girling, but it wasn’t until much later that I became a huge Pipster. 

      I actually didn’t become a huge Pipster until after Pip was eliminated from the show.  After he was, I started talking to a ton of the other Pipsters.  Because of that, all I would ever talk to my friends about was Pip and bacon!  These people have changed my life forever.  Unlike most people, they don’t judge me by the way I look, but by my admiration of the musician that we all bond over.  Being the no body I am where I live, being with these amazing people on Twitter every day is one of the best things I could imagine.
                Then there is THE man himself, Pip.  He tries to acknowledge all of his fans’ existence.  I’ve been tweeted and retweeted by him.  It meant a lot to see that he is this close to his fans.  He does UStreams, talks to us, and so many more special things.  One of them is this contest.  There is no way to describe how awesome I think he is.
                My passion for Pip hasn’t gotten anywhere near as far as many of the others Pipsters’ have, but I do have a lot of feelings for Pip.  I don’t obsess to my family, or wear bowties, suspenders, and converses, but I do obsess to these fantastic people on Twitter. The fact that they are who made me a Pipster is much better than me being a Pipster on my own.  Without them doing that, I probably wouldn’t be writing this today.
- Sam LePre aka @GuitarChick001

#BowtieAmbassadors – Jordan Jumps Into Action as @PipsBlueHoodie

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Hello everyone,
I became a Pipster probably when The Voice first aired because I just fell in love with his voice, personality, and his looks. Ever since I was glued to my tv every week. I voted for him during the lives and followed his YouTube channel. I watched his ustreams and always wanted to know what was going on. I was very luck to be able to attend one of the live shows in LA and listened to his amazing voice which drew me in even more. Ever since becoming a pipster I have created a pipster twitter account called PipsBlueHoodie and followed other Pipsters from all around the country that I feel I have connected to. The Pipsters are like a family and welcome everyone in with open arms and when I first made my account right before the live shows began I was scared at first no one would follow me or want to chat with me but I was quickly proved wrong. We all connected and we all have stories about Pip. When Pip was eliminated we still loved him and knew he was still the voice! We all do everything to follow him and we tweet him constantly! When us Pipsters started doing ustreams I was very lucky that Pip joined in mine and asked me questions and that’s when I realized I loved Pip even more because he truly does care about his fans and try’s to interact with them! We have supported Pip so far and honestly I think that we can get Pip to the top of the charts and the next big thing!

Pipster For Life,
Jordan aka PipsBlueHoodie

#BowtieAmbassadors – Felicia Faithfully Become Comes A Pipster

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      So one night I was watching The Voice auditions, and of course I saw many amazing and talented singers! On every singing competition I am always looking for that one person that really stands out to me. Well for me that was Pip! Now you may ask why? Well that’s easy. His style, good looks, and talent made him the one to support. The song “ The House of the Rising Sun,” had a new twist to it when Pip sang it, and it was awesome!

    So after I decided that I wanted Pip to be the Voice I would get so excited every time he performed! As much as I also loved Nathan’s voice I was super ecstatic when Pip won their battle round. Those two could not have sang “ You Know I’m No Good,” better it was awesome!
In the next couple weeks Pip had yet another two amazing songs that he did, and in my opinion they were awesome! Then sadly even though he sang “ Somewhere Only We Know,” so beautifully it could bring you to tears, he was eliminated. All Pipsters felt very confident that we could get him back through for the next week with our votes. So having this opportunity taken away from us was depressing. Even though Adam made the worst choice he still was his coach, and did help him along the way, so I still respect Adam. Thankfully The Voice was  not the end for Pip!
Not too long after the Voice I decided to create my fan page @Pipster365. I would have to say it happened to be one of the awesomest decisions I have made! Here I met the other Pipsters that shared the same devotion to Pip as I did. They helped me gain more followers, and I could never thank them enough!
After The Voice when Pip launched his Kickstarter I spent my time promoting it. Which was very enjoyable for me. One thing I am sad about though is that I wasn’t able to donate myself. My mom would not let me use a credit card to donate. I really tried to get her to let me though! I am glad I did what I could though to promote his Kickstarter, and am so thankful to those who could and did donate! You guys are awesome! We were all smiles the day the deadline was reached! Pip was gonna be able to get his album funded, and we all knew it would awesome!!!
This journey as a Pipster has been amazing with many rewards throughout. Some great rewards for my time spent supporting Pip have been: Pip’s awesome sisters Bridget and Eileen following me, Pip following me, Nathan following me, and of course all Pipsters out there who followed me! You are all awesome! Also I was extremely happy when Pip said I did a good job on my posters during the viewing of the best fan video ever! I will forever continue on this fan journey hoping to someday meet Pip! I will always support the boy with the bowties, and love for bacon!

Love,

Felicia aka @Pipster365

NOTE: I used the word awesome quite a few more time than I usually would in honor of you Pip! :p

#BowtieAmbassadors – Gissel Gives Her Love to Team Bowtie

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While watching the voice on February 13th someone caught my eye.What I didn’t know was that this someone was going to have an impact on my life. I’m getting ahead of myself though, let’s start from the beginning.

On February 13th I was watching The Voice. I had been watching the show when all of a sudden and boy in a bow tie, converses and suspenders caught my attention. I could tell right away that this guy on my T.V screen had to be a great singer. I mean his style of clothing said it all. Then it was his turn to go on stage and sing for the four coaches. I knew he had to be nervous. Shoot I was nervous for him. Then he step foot on stage and the music started playing in the background, I closed my eyes and waited for him to start singing. When he opened his mouth and words started come out I was stunned. He had an such an amazing voice. Throughout the song I was just sitting there with my mouth open and completely in shock. It was when he stopped singing that I had noticed that all four coaches had turned around for him. Then Blake asked him what his name was and he responded “Pip”. All I could think about was that was a perfect name for him. I wanted him to win. I didn’t even need to hear anyone else. He would be my favorite singer and he would win The Voice. The next day I went on twitter and followed him. I need to know what he was up to. When I typed in Pip so many twitter accounts came up for him. At that moment I knew that all of America had heard the same precious voice I had heard, I also knew at that moment that all of America was behind him. What I didn’t know was that this people and I would become friends. We had given are self the title Pipster and it was an honor and privilege to be called a Pipster. I soon started to talk to all the other Pipsters and we quickly became friends. This was one of the most amazing fan base I had ever seen and I was proud to be part if it.
 Lets fast forward to a horrible day.
On this day I was watching the voice and Adam Kicked Pip off the show. I was sad and angry at the same time, but I knew this wouldn’t be the end for Pip in fact it would only be the beginning. He had such an amazing fan base and they wouldn’t leave him. He was a winner to me and better things would come. I mean we had trended #SavePip and #HappyBirthdayPip worldwide, not all fans do that. I knew that all these Pipsters would stick by him and we did just that.
After his journey on The Voice ended all Pipsters had still stick by, I know that this was the hardest thing we would have to overcome and we did just that. We overcame this little bump in the road and look at all of us today. We helped Pip pass his kickstarter goal and now he is going to make a beautiful album. We made an amazing #PipsterProject for him.
Being a Pipster has changed my life because it makes me proud of who I am. It taught me to not give up on my dream and that being yourself is alright don’t be anyone your not. We all respect and talk to each other, we are friends. I made the choice to be a Pipster and I believe that, that was one of the greatest choice I have made till this day.  Although being a Pipster is not just another name given to me its a responsibility and it’s what makes me who I am today. I made this choice and I can’t imagine life any different. I am honored to be a Pipster and honored to be supporting such an amazing. Thank you Pipsters and Pip, I am forever a Pipster and will support you all. Thanks you all.
On that note, are you ready for Pip’s album? (:
- Gissel Salas aka @Salas_Gissel

#BowtieAmbassadors – Becca Believes in the Power of Pip

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 My journey as a Pipster started after I watched his audition video on YouTube. I was so busy at school that I couldn’t always catch every episode of The Voice but I made sure to catch up when I could.  The moment I saw Pip’s audition, I got chills and he was instantly my favorite to win. I cheered loudly for him every time I saw him on the show, I always got so into it that my roommate thought I was crazy.

  I knew there was something special about him though.  I am a Music Education Major, so I am a musician myself. I play the clarinet and I know that being a musician is not always easy but as long as you have the passion and drive for it, you can accomplish great things. Pip is a huge inspiration to me because he has all the drive and passion for music, and he has a positive upbeat attitude about life.  Seeing Pip succeed is an inspiration for young musicians everywhere that if they work hard enough they can do it too. I also like that he keeps in touch with his fans, and that he has such a great fan base that will support him through everything. I am extremely happy that the KickStarter got funded and I can’t wait to add more songs to my Pip playlist! Can’t wait to continue this journey with Pip and the rest of the Pipster family!

Love you Pip!

Pipster for life!

Becca Kolar

@BKolar44

#BowtieAmbassadors – Nicole fell for a Smile and Became @PipsDimples

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It’s time to travel back in time. Back to February 13th, the first time I ever saw Pip on my television. It was a normal day, and I was excited for The Voice. I remember seeing a guy come up on the screen. The first thing I noticed? His name. It was unique, and I loved it. The next? His style. A bow tie, suspenders, and orange converse. He made me smile. I then got a little nervous, hoping the coaches thought he was good and turned. As the music started and he began to sing, chills went through me. He was great! I sat watching, hoping someone would turn. I didn’t have to worry for long, all four coaches turned! After the coaches argued over him, Pip chose Adam. At that point in time, I didn’t know that he would end up being my favorite on the show. I bought his song on Itunes, and it, along with his others, are high up on my ‘most listened to’ song list.

Time went on, and the battle rounds started. At each week, I found myself anxious for Pip’s turn. After a week or two, I realized he was my favorite. He was the person I was most nervous about moving to the live rounds. After weeks of waiting, it was time. I watched as the battle ended, and he went through to the live rounds.

I don’t know why it took me so long to make a fan account, but eventually I did. On April 15th I wanted to make a fan account, so I did. I had a tough time deciding what to call it. I knew there were already accounts for his suspenders and bow ties, so I had to think of something else. Eventually a thought came to me. He has dimples… I was unsure if it sounded to weird, but I made it anyways. That was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. Later that day there was a huge surprise. Pip had followed me! I was ecstatic! As Pip’s journey continued, and came to a depressing end on The Voice, I knew there would be so much more in store for him. This was only the beginning.

A month or so later, I realized I was right. Pip made a Kickstarter, and I helped to spread the word as much as I could. I begged my mom to let me borrow her credit card, and told her I would do anything to donate. She finally gave in to my pleads and let me donate. It wasn’t as much as I had hoped, but anything helped. One morning as I checked the Pipstarter, we made it. I was so happy I cried! As the Kickstarter ended, I was thrilled. We had gotten almost 30k!

My life has definitely changed for the better since I became a Pipster. I’ve made friends I can tell almost anything to, and there’s no drama between anyone. All of Team Bowtie makes me laugh, and it feels great to have friends like these. Pip has made me see the world differently. Every time I see bow ties, suspenders, bacon, and more, I laugh. I see my life to be better, and I’m happier than I’ve ever been before. If I ever have a bad day, I just tell myself “Hey, today is just today.”, and I know everything will be better tomorrow. Without Pip I wouldn’t have that to remind myself. I honestly don’t know what I’d be doing if I wasn’t a part of Team Bowtie, and I don’t want to think about it. Being a part of this family has been so amazing, and I wouldn’t want my life to be any different. Thank you all so much for everything.

~Nicole, aka @PipsDimples.