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Hedi- The spunky little soldier of optimism

Hedi- Spunky little soldier of Optimism 

I met this amazing young lady while working as part of the photo team for her dance school. By far one of the spunkiest, sweetest, most energetic, and just downright cutest dancers ever. 

This is sweet little Hedi and her mother. She is truly a reminder that even in a crazy world, it is more than possible to raise children who can still see beauty and goodness in this world-and who help spread the message of just being a good person. Nicely done; Hedi is truly a beautiful young lady, inside and out. 

Photo: Jetta Marie

Poem: Jetta Marie

Gratitude Of The Day: Little Ms. Hedi- who reminds us all that it is possible, no matter how crazy of times we live in that there is always reason to have a little bounce in your step and a smile on your face. We can choose to let the little things bug us and bring us down, or we can break out in dance and make a new friend. Hedi had two photo shoots to be apart of today, and they were two hours apart. That is a LONG time to wait for a young kid, but rather than being sad about it she took a seat next to me and I was smiling within minutes. I asked about her dance costume, she promptly told me she was not fond of the make-up aspect of the outfit but agreed she did look pretty awesome, and before you know it this spunky little cutie was naming the songs on my little Pandora app (Disney songs) and  bringing smiles and laughter to everyone who took a seat by my little picture day check in table. You are amazing, Ms. Hedi. And don't you EVER forget that! 

 To Frown Or Smile

We have a choice to wear a frown 

Or we can turn the frown around

We can complain and be so sad

Or we can find ways to be glad

Is much more fun to dance and play

Than to be grumpy, Anyday

So don't let the weather get you down

Don't find Excuses to wear that frown

Look around, look high and low

From summer sun to glistening snow

There are many things for which I am glad

And even when I'm feeling sad

I know that goodness is still there

Even if life right now, may not seem fair

I know that I will be OK

And tomorrow is a brand new day!

So ring the bell and bang the drum

There's so much joy and fun to come.

Live each day with wonder and glee

And lets find reasons to be happy!

Silly Milly The Boxer

 This is Ms.Milly the boxer and her person Daxton

And these are the little fashionista's pretty pink claws

Photos: Jetta Marie

Poem: Jetta Marie

Gratitude Of The Day: The every so stylish Ms. Milly The Boxer. This sweet little girl is so calm and gentle that she was totally ok with her owner primping her up to the nines and painting her cute little paws a lovely coral pink. She made me smile from ear to ear, that is for sure. Thanks Milly!

Silly Milly The Boxer

Silly Milly,

You fancy pup!

You got your paws

So dollied up!

A pretty pink 

For prancing round

A fancier pup 

Can not be found.

In starting a trend

You showed no fear

And you made me grin

From ear to ear.

So here's to you,

The fashion star!

Ms. Milly The Boxer

You just raised the bar.

 Cheers to you

You sweet little pup

And thanks you for helping

To cheer this girl up.

I was having a hard day

but then you came along

And when a pup struts her pink toes

How can anything be wrong?

Pretty Ms. Milly,

You beautiful pup

I am sure I'm not the only

Face you cheered up.

Keep right on prancing

Those beautiful feet

And thank you for bringing

My smile back to me.

Letter: May1st-Bren Day

Dear Readers;

I will be honest; for once ye dear old Chatterbox is at a loss for words. Today marks the decade point for my husband and his family in the loss of their oldest brother. After a lifetime of depression he ended his life on May 1st of 2004. Though those he loved and those who loved him have come to heal as much as they can from what happened that day, there are still a lot of wounds that may never heal in this life and a sadness that surrounds today that seems to loom like a little black rain cloud gone haywire. (excuse the Winnie-the-pooh reference)

From the stories that my husband has shared with me, I have learned a great deal about his big brother and have come to know a lot about him through the loving memories of his family and those who loved him. One of the things I learned was that he had a sincere respect and love for those who had passed on and insisted on Halloween being what it was intended to be; a day to remember the dead. He had a love for people that did not end in this life, and though I did not get the chance to meet him before he passed away, I find that ability and beauty to love beyond this life remarkable and awing.

My Husband and I do not like the idea of choosing the day he passed away to  honor him. We usually celebrate him on Memorial day, Halloween and his birthday. We like to honor him on the days where he was happy and alive and full of the love that he gave so freely to all he knew. We light one of his candles on those days and Chaz tells me a new story about him. But I realize that many focus on this day because there is still so much pain and want and mourning still going on from losing this beautiful, powerful man. Though I never had the chance to give him a hug or be humbled by his heart of gold, I have grown to love and admire him very much through the stories and love that his family has kept alive for him. And in whatever small ways I can, I want to help keep those memories alive for anyone still in need of comfort right now.

As I said, Chaz and I don't focus his life on the anniversary of the day he passed away, but I do intend on lighting a candle for him on memorial day, Halloween and his birthday. I found a wonderful little park in salt lake that would be the perfect place to do these little vigils for him and it would be really awesome if anyone would like to come and join us. Please look me up on Facebook under jett boren and shoot me a message if you would like to come and we will get something set up. I am also in the process of creating a memory page on Facebook for him. If anyone has pictures, videos,or memories they would like to share please visit the Bren Boren Memory page.

I love you all, and am praying for each of you who are effected by what happened a decade ago today. Know that in time and in surrounding yourself with those who truly loved him and sharing the goodness that was Bren that some of that pain will heal. I will do what I can to keep opportunities open for those memories to thrive. The beauty of a good heart will never fade with death, for in pure love for others ones memories will bare light and goodness that cannot be erased.

Sincerely and Artfully Yours,

JettaMarie

Boren Family Party

                            John, Solice, and Roman...and sweet Owen on the ground for some reason.

                                        My fellow Photobug in action! Nicely done my dear :)

  Tani and Owen in a sweet moment where he was still for 30 seconds. short lived but so much   "awww!"

Dear Readers,

Due to several of our family members health issues on my husbands side, it can be a rare occasion when we actually get to spend time with each other as a group. We were still missing few at this one, and we loved and missed them a lot, but I was so glad to see everyone that was able to make it. Love you all and I am so grateful to have you in my life. :)

Artfully Yours,

Jetta Marie

Letter: forbiden from contact with my nephews and full of heartach

Dear Readers;

I am afraid, for the first time on this blog, that I am writing today as a human who is finding it hard to be grateful for much right now. I am so full of sorrow and conflict that I feel like I may burst. I am sharing this as a humble reminder that even I, Ms. Gratitude have moments where it is hard for me to see past things.

I have nowhere left to turn but here to reach out on the thin thread of hope that one of my beautiful nephews will read this and know that I still love them with all my heart. I want them to be a part of my life; I want to be there to encourage their amazing talent, to hear about what they are up to, to hug them and tell them how much I admire them...but due to circumstances I cannot bypass, I was told I can not have any contact with them right now through no fault of my own.

I will not go into detail on why their mom has cut off all contact from the Boren's from her and my nephews; that story is not the important thing here. I will always respect her as their mom and I have to respect her when it comes to her telling me I cannot contact them. I pray in my heart that it is temporary because I adore those boys and I admire her too. She goes through a lot of hardships and the relationship with our family is complicated for her. But that is not the here nor there; The important thing is that I want somewhere in this world where my nephews can see how much they are loved. I want some place in this world where I can tell them how proud I am of them, and how lucky I am to have them as a part of my family.

Somewhere to tell Amazing Adam to keep pursuing his incredible photography gift. I was so thrilled and impressed when I took him out to take photos on his birthday. His natural eye for symmetry and his incredible speed at picking up how to use the camera I gave him stunned me beyond words. I was so excited to take him hiking in the springtime, and I want him to know that I did not break my promise. I tried with all my heart to get the OK to take you hiking for pictures but I was told that I could not. Know that I would never break a promise to you if I could help it Adam. I love you with all my soul and no matter how long I cannot speak to you or how far you are, I always will. This whole family will. You are a remarkable young man and I will cherish that day I got to have you to myself  for photos forever. Keep improving your talent and don't be afraid to share it with the world. They all need a little of the beauty you have to share.

Andrew; I want you to know that you are equally talented in the creative aspect and I loved your sonic cartoons. That story line flowed so well and the animations were awesome. You have come so far since the first time I saw that sketch book of yours, and you are so dedicated to always being a better artist. Your passion for sketches and animation are beyond amazing and I know that you are going to do great things with that incredible focus you have. When you are dedicated to something, you see it through and there is no hell or high water that will stop you. I love that about you.  You are such a sweet hearted man, and just an all around good guy. I love you so much. Keep drawing always, and know that even if I cannot tell you to your face, I am always here in my corner of the internet praying for your success in life. I love you beyond word, "kid" and I want you to know that. I am so proud of you.

For as long as you cannot be a part of my life, every card I make and cannot send you will be posted here. every song I write or sing about you will be here on this blog. And I will never stop trying to show you how loved you are.

even if only in this little corner of the internet, I want you both to know that this family has never left you. We have and always will love you both more that can ever be expressed. This letter is the only way I have left to tell you that. Please do not ever forget how much we love you. If you ever need or want us in your life, we and I especially, have and always will be here for you no matter what distance of length or time is put between us. We are here to tear apart playstations with you, take you on photo explorations, go to the movies, drive you to family parties and deliver hugs and cookies whenever you need.  If you ever get to read this, know always that we do love you. And do not ever let go of that fact.

We all miss you terribly, but by some power in heaven, I hope that the love I am sending you reaches you somehow and that someday I will get to hug you both again. Until then, be strong and well "kiddos". And no, I will NEVER stop calling you that. You are always "Kiddos" to me. :p

Love,

Aunt Jett and Family.

A very busy life

Dear readers;

No, I have not fallen off of the face of the earth. Life has a tendency at times to get very busy, and mine is no exception right now. But my ever faithful readers at minimum must have am update, and  here I am to ablige you, my dearest friends. Be warned; my life is completely insane right now, though I cannot say that it is a negative situation to be in.

 A few of my coworkers have sustained injuries during the last month and I have had the opportunity to help cover some of those shifts.I am glad I can help out, and with Chaz and I beginning to look for a new place to live, the hours are much welcome. I want to give a shout out to Cynthia and Charlotte and wish them to get better soon, but that in the meantime I am glad to help out.

There are a few amazing photo shoots that will be taking place during Easter that I am VERY excited about. I cannot disclose the details as if yet, but these fashion photos are going to be amazing. I am so excited to be able to share the new additions to my portfolio in the coming weeks.

Ever busy, I am also putting together the designs for the next bear and working on getting a separate blog together for the bear stories for each of the animals I make for the Justice Center.

I am so grateful for all of the positive things going on in my life right now, and hope that you are all well. My prayers are always with all of you, and I am so grateful for the positive feedback that my little corner of the internet gets. You are all so wonderful and I love reading your facebook feedback and the gratitudes you all share. I hope that I can continue to make a differenct for all of you, and I love you all so much. Thank you so much for your support.

Artfully Yours,

Jetta Marie