Be True to You

Forty days until state!!! I am so excited for this opportunity! It has been loads of work but I know it will pay off. One of the things that I really have been working hard on is my platform, "Be True to You." My goal is to help youth find what they are passionate about and really shine through that. Theatre is something I have a passion for. This is where I met Jayne Luke, a great influence on my life. She valued everyone's opinion and was always kind. I always wanted to be around her because I felt important. I know what theatre has done for me as well as my friends and knew that I could influence others through it. I directed a neighborhood play in hopes to give the youth an opportunity that would boost their confidence. It was a success! It was incredible opportunity to see each person grow and have so much fun with it. I grew to love and appreciate each youth. I definitely want to do another one soon!

Yesterday I volunteered at the share a smile triathlon. It is such a great program where they raise money to give free dental reconstruction to those who cannot afford it. My family and I have been involved in it for years and have loved giving back. I finished off the day by going to "Dancing under the Stars" at the Scera Shell with one of my good friends. The Scera is such a great supporter of the Miss Orem pageant and its great to see all their great productions. This one was especially good. Dancers such as Jenna Johnson, Malece Miller, and Travis Wall graced the stage with the best dances I have ever seen.

School started this week. I have a feeling that high school is going to be great!

Love Always,
Brenna Jeffs Miss Orem's Outstanding Teen 2013

“Be the change that you wish to see in the world.”
― Mahatma Gandhi

Another World for Brenna Jeffs

I cannot even express to you how excited I am to participate in this years Orem Royalty! It really is "Another World" already. The make-up,  fancy dresses and of course... High Heels. Before I had NEVER walked a step in heels. It is a valuable lesson I may have never learned without the Miss Orem's Outstanding Teen Pageant. Miraculously, I managed not to trip once the whole night! Our wonderful walking coach, Mark, was terrific and taught us things I never thought a man could. I am so grateful for all of the people behind the scenes who made the whole thing possible.

I am absolutely in love with my evening gown which my sisters made for me! They worked so hard to finish in time and to make it perfect. Even when I busted the zipper the day before pageant they worked their magic and made it perfect. I am so grateful to be blessed with them.

This year will be full of growth and amazing times and can't wait to share these experiences with years royalty! Do any of you have any embarrassing moments walking in high heels? I would love to hear about it, so go ahead, comment!

Love Always,
Brenna Jeffs, Miss Orem's Outstanding Teen 2013

Shoot for the moon. Even if you miss it you will land among the stars.
~Les Brown