In today’s world, where looks can sometimes shape how people see you, Ariana Josephine, a hardworking Home Depot employee, found herself at the center of a heated online debate. While on duty at the popular hardware store, she snapped a selfie and shared it on social media, which quickly got people’s attention.
In the photo, Ariana looked confident with her makeup perfectly done, wearing glasses and her hair pulled back in a sleek style.
You could tell she worked at Home Depot because she was wearing the store’s well-known orange apron—the one employees use when helping customers pick paint colors. Ariana works at one of the Home Depot stores in Texas, where she’s from. But it was the caption of the post that really sparked the conversation. She boldly shared that she’s often told she’s “too pretty” to be working at Home Depot.
The power of social media took over, and soon, Ariana’s post went viral, making Home Depot the talk of the internet. Her photo got a staggering thirty-five million views! Not only that, but it also received over one hundred thousand likes and thousands of people saved it. The response to her post showed just how divided people’s opinions can be.
Many people praised Ariana for her dedication. They applauded her for balancing her job at Home Depot with being a college student. Supporters admired how committed she was to making sure every customer got the right paint for their projects. Some fans even joked that they might stop going to other stores like Lowe’s just to see her.
One person commented, “Any girl with this mindset is serious,” recognizing Ariana’s hard work and determination.
But not everyone was supportive. Critics argued that by saying she was “too pretty” for her job, she was just seeking attention and validation. A few people even questioned her faith, pointing out that her profile picture didn’t seem to match her claims of being a Christian.
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