Jette's January News Letter


Wow it has been a while since I have written an email to keep everyone informed! I’m sure most of you are thinking, “I knew that she wouldn’t be able to keep an email going with being so busy.” And well that’s not it. Maybe some are thinking “maybe she fell off the side of the earth?” And that my friends is wrong as well. Want to hear the true story on why it has been nearly two months since my last email? Ok. I was home for a nice little break around thanksgiving. The doorbell rang, and monkeys grabbed me from my house… in my PJ’s and put me in this white van. They drove me to….Europe! I know I was like “woow! How did I get to Europe in a VAN?” These monkeys are smart little creatures! They took me to see “their home” in the Rain Forest! Yep yep! True story! By the way I’m still in my PJ’s; they didn’t let me grab clothes, or my computer! What mean, mean little monkeys!

OK, so I am just kidding! But hopefully that put a smile on your face! What really did happen was I was just chilling at home, working making some extra spending money and I woke up one morning and my back hurt. A hurt like maybe I slept on it wrong. So I just kind of waited it off thinking it will go away! After a couple of days it was still hurting so I talked to my parents and they told me to take the “feather bed” off of my bed. And at this point I was willing to try anything. It was very painful. After about a week of it still not getting better we went to the doctor. Long story short, I ended up having a torn disk in my L5. All they could do for it was give me painkillers and exercises saying it should heal on its own. We don’t know the exact cause of the injury, but the father thinks it’s because of the 50 pound suitcases I have been lugging around. My best friend thinks it’s because of the “body bags” (Garment bags) as she calls them. Whatever it was I was “grounded” (as my mom said) for the next 3 months as per the doctor’s orders. I’ve been going to physical therapy, and it is slowly getting better!

I finally got to get back on the road and “do something with my life” on January 11th. I drove down to Denver were my aunt and uncle live and stayed the night with them for my early flight on the 12th. I met up with Britt, MC (Mom Coley) and DH (Dad Hoglund) in Flint Michigan! It was so incredible to see Britt. You never know how much you miss something until it’s gone. We stayed with the Smiley’s, and Britt and I got our own “garage apartment”. We met many wonderful people in Michigan. Katie the GBHQ was a ball of energy just like me. Brittney and I sure had a lot of fun with her! They had a reception for us and their “supreme people”. We then got to go to the installation of Bethel Officers of Bethel 10. They did some things different from Wyoming and from Indiana. But I’ve come to notice that each jurisdiction takes a ceremony and makes it their own! It was super cool to see some of the things that they did do and think “hey that would look good at Supreme!”

We then drove up to Guelph Canada. A 4-ish hour drive. When we got to the hotel the best thing ever happened! Can you guess!?!?! No, no, not the monkeys! Brittney and I got a complimentary upgrade…. To a suite!!!! Livin’ in luxury the “Supremes” are! Brittney brought the Wii she had gotten for Christmas so we sure had some fun.

We attended Guelph’s Bethel meeting. This is the only Bethel in Ontario, they were a struggling bethel but seem to be getting their feet back on the ground. They had a stop and go meeting because it was the first meeting since Installation. The girls did an amazing job for their first meeting! These girls, just like Katie, we full of energy! They all got along and had many, many activities planned! Good luck Girls!

We then got up at 5 AM to catch flights at 7 and 7 30. Britt flew through Dallas with DH while MC and I flew through Atlanta. Our plane had “trouble”. Something with a sensor was wrong so they wanted to check it. We ended up sitting at the gate for an hour before they even backed us up. THEN they sprayed something that smelled like Maple syrup on the plane - “de-icing it” is what Joe, the flight attendant called it. Once in Atlanta MC and I had to RUN to make our flight to New Mexico. We were two of the last 10 to board. Kind of scary and nerve racking but we made it! We went to a bethel meeting there, they had Mexican food. Imagine that! I’m not one for spicy and let me tell you what it was sure a spicy dinner!

We then made our way to Arizona! It was so nice and warm there! I want to go back as soon a possible! We were picked up at the airport by Breanna the GBHQ and wo adults! We went across town to the Macaroni Grill. I had never been there before and it was amazing! Nothing else was actually planned for the evening, at least with the adults. We had the pleasure of staying with Brenna and her dad. Nancy the Miss Arizona, drove down from Phoenix to join us. We ended up going to the mall to do some light shopping then to get some pizza! After that we went to the Swap meet. I had never been to one, and wasn’t sure what it was. And for those of you who are in the same boat, it’s a HUGE yard sale! There we did our “heavy shopping”. I saw a purse that was just breath taking and it was one of those things that you “need”, not “want”. It was originally $50. I got it for $25! Woo hoo! The rest of the night was filled with chit chat and a “journaling party”.

The next day was jam packed with activates! We woke up early to go the Bethel meeting of 2 and 25. It was an amazing meeting. One of the best ritual works I have seen! Two bethels working as one, you would have never guessed that two bethels were on the floor together! Hats off to you girls! Then there was a lunch from a local restaurant called eegee’s. It’s like a Subway, or a Blimpies, but much better, softer bread, and fresher meat. Then we went to the Dessert museum. And those of you who know me are probably thinking “I’m sure Jette had such a blast!” sarcastically of course (I’m not one for museums). But this was actually pretty cool! Animals that were fake I’m telling you, until the lion turned its head and looked right at me! Holy cow! There were Cacti, and rocks and minerals. Just pretty cool to see the culture of Arizona.

Then back to the Lodge to play games and eat dinner! Dinner was Mexican and not to bad! Wasn’t as spicy as New Mexico! Then a super fun Game of Jobie Jeopardy! Then to the Gaslight Theatre. It was audience participation type of play with signing and just a lot of fun! The actors kept forgetting lines and laughing at each other so it made it even more fun! And no matter what you hear from the Arizona girls, I did NOT start the popcorn fight at Intermission!

It was amazing to be back and the road again! I was really missing the travel, “my partner in crime”, the girls, and the warm welcomes that we get from each Jurisdiction that we visit! My Grandparents picked me up in Arizona and brought me to Casa Grande to hang out with them and catch up. And my Grandma said that she hopes I know how lucky I am that I get to do this. While I had thought about that before, it just really hit me that this experience will be with me forever. No matter how hard things get, how many tears are shed, or how many problems I may think I have, I’m doing something that many girls would love to have the opportunity to do! I’m grateful for the people who take Brittney and I in, put a roof over our heads, and feed us! And a special thanks to those who have donated your money so my dream could come true. You all are amazing people! I thank you very much! I hope to see you all around the State, World, and even at supreme session!

Jobie Love,

Jette

P.S. Please feel free to send this to anyone who i have missed. And if they would like to be added the "group" email have them email me here and i will suely add them!