Right now I’m a little nauseous. I haven’t even watched this video. I listened to it, but I just couldn’t watch it. Jeff did all the editing.
Dreams are wonderful and make me feel alive. But dreams are also scary and can leave me feeling vulnerable. But I did it. I just emailed Ellen my submission to dance with her on her show.
And if I get the chance to meet her, I will tell her the rest of my dream. Here is my video. And I ask that you please share it and spread the word. For me, it’s about helping one another accomplish our wildest dreams and living life. And I look forward to returning the favor to you as well one day.
Today, I am blessed to be alive. I am not sure why I survived cancer and others haven’t. I’m surely not more worthy or blessed than them. Of that, I am certain. But because I was spared, I feel like I have an obligation to live life with my best efforts. And in this case, I will dance like a crazy, happy person on Ellen’s show if given the chance. Even if it somewhat scares the heck out of me.
I owe this video to you. All of you. I now know that I would never have accomplished many of these items on my life list if it wasn’t for your encouraging emails and messages.
Thank you. I must go throw up now.
Blessings sweet friends – Jenny
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Lisa Muniz
I really hope Ellen sees this, reads some of your blog, and realizes how much she needs you to be on her show! Sending positive vibes your way! Good Luck!
Jenny
Ooo, I love the way you worded that. I agree. Ellen does need me, doesn’t she?
Our encounter would definitely include laughter.
Andrea
Great job! Definitely sending good thoughts your way and hoping that Ellen sees how truly genuine you are. Good luck!
Jenny
Thanks Andrea. Authenticity is probably my favorite thing about Ellen. Well, perhaps it’s her love of colored converse shoes too?
Vicki
We even get Ellens show here in NZ so can’t wait to see you dancing on it with her. Good luck.
Jenny
Vicki – The thought of me dancing with Ellen on TV screens in New Zealand seriously makes me smile. Record it and I’ll come visit! Just itching to travel the world. So much to see.
Julie
Spreading the word!
Jenny
Thanks Julie. Next to Jeff, you have been my greatest supporter. It never goes unnoticed. Thank you.
kelly
i am keeping my fingers crossed for you!
Jenny
Thank you Kelly. I think my toes and fingers are crossed. Oh and prayer. Been saying lots of those, too. Thanks for your encouragement.
Kerry K.
Ellen is amazing and so are you! I’m looking forward to seeing your dream come true! Perhaps we can fill the audience, too! love you, K
Jenny
Nothing would make me happier than a room full of my friends, family, and readers. And your beaming face would be a highlight. Love you friend. -J
Jess
I am new here today for you speaking this dream right out loud and I hope, with every fiber of my being, that Ellen catches wind of this dream of yours and flies you off to Burbank to dance with her on the show. Fingers crossed.
Jenny
Oh thank you Jess. It is so exciting to see this message spread. And I pray with every fiber of my being that this dream comes true. I think it would be a blessing to many people, not just me. That’s part of what makes this so exciting. The future possibilities just make me smile. Thanks again Jess, and welcome!
Maite Hermling
You are amazing and an inspiration to so many of us. Best of luck to you, my dear friend. Love you! <3
Jenny
Thank you so much Maite. One day maybe we will travel to Europe together and you can show me all the wonderful destinations and meet your families. What a treat that would be! Thanks for your support. -J
MichelleB
Love it!! Hoping Ellen calls TODAY!
Jenny
I think Ellen is hanging out with Portia tonight, so alas I didn’t receive it today. But it will happen. I’m speaking it to reality.
Thanks so much Michelle. -J
Linda Pelletier
Jenny, You are a true inspiration and so deserve to dance with Ellen. May this and all your dreams come true. (Kerry’s mom)
Jenny
Oh thank you Miss Linda. I’m so appreciative of your encouragement. You have raised such a beautiful daughter. I just love her and am so glad to have reconnected with Kerry after all these years. Our reconnection is one of the highlights for me personally over the past year. Thanks again Linda. I’m feeling like this is really going to happen. -Jenny
Christine
This awesome. Is there something specific we can do……writing Ellen, my congressmen?? You’ve really got me thinking. Not acting yet, but really thinking hard.
Christine
Went to Ellen’s site and wrote her an email. Challenging everyone else who reads this to do the same! Do it today!
Jenny
Thank you so much Christine. And if you send your congressman a letter, I want to read it!
I’m so appreciative of your spreading the word and writing to Ellen.
I have faith that this is going to happen. The future possibilities just make me smile. – Jenny
Lesley
Sooooooooo proud of you Jenny for speaking your dream out loud, I just know this is going to work!
Jenny
Thanks Lesley. It was surprisingly one of the scariest things I have ever done. I could no longer hide behind a computer screen. I had to take the risk, knowing that there is a possibility that it won’t come true.
But I know that I have no chance if I don’t put the request out there. Tonight, I have no regrets. And I do believe in my heart that it’s going to happen. Thanks again Lesley!-Jenny
Leigh-Ann
This is wonderful! I’m a newcomer to your blog and it’s now on my daily list to read! Good luck with your entry and I’ll keep a look out for you on her show…partly so I can say, “I know her! She’s so awesome!”
Jenny
Thank you so much Leigh-Ann. So glad you found my blog. This blog has turned out to be such a tremendous blessing and I’ve met the most amazing people. So welcome and I look forward to getting to know you.
I’ll let everyone know when to set their DVRs as soon as I hear something. I’m believing it’s going to happen. -J
Casey K.
Love it Jenny!!!
Jenny
Thanks Casey! And thank you for sharing my message on facebook. Feeling pretty good tonight that this dream is going to happen. Holding on tight to that. -Jenny
Shawna Rae
I love this… love, love, love it and I hope you get that call! Will be waiting to see you on Ellen’s show – it will happen… it just fits into what I think she stands and looks for. Hugs to you!!
Jenny
I so hope you are right Shawna Rae. I just adore Ellen and I love the connection she has with her guests. I always walk away from her show feeling happier and better about life in general. That is a gift. I look forward to that experience and I’m determined for it to happen. Thanks so much for the well wishes and encouragement.- Jenny
Kristina
Also love it…..She is so going to call you. xo
Jenny
Kristina – I so hope you are right. Never wanted you to be more right than now. Thanks for the good thoughts and well vibes. I feel them through the computer screen. -Jenny
Marna
Your video made me laugh and cry at the same time. I hope you get the call you would be sooooo awesome on the show! Love ya!
Jenny
Thanks Marna Kay. It would be such a blessing to me and to many others. I’m praying hard that the opportunity presents itself. I know it would be so much fun. -Jenny
Jennifer Henson
You are so inspiring-you make my eyes teary. You are a blessing.
Jenny
Thank you Jennifer. That means more than you’ll ever know. It’s been a long road, but I’m alive and blessed. And just glad that I woke up and started living life and just existing. Thank you for your encouragement and well wishes. Believing hard tonight that this is going to happen. -Jenny
Sandy
Love it Jenny!! Good luck!! Will try to post this on Ellen’s FB page so they can see we all want you to be on Ellen’s show! :0)
Jenny
Great idea Sandy! It makes me smile thinking that just maybe she is watching my video right now. It’s gonna happen (at least that’s what I keep telling myself!)
Thank you Sandy.
Marilyn Johnson
I am so behind you in this dream Jenny and can not wait for it to happen! You have inspired to so many people. Your encouragement and example have prompted me to make some changes in my life and I am excited! Thank you and saying prayers this dream comes true!
Jenny
Thank you Marilyn. I am praying hard, too. I’m so proud of you how hard you have been working on your own life list and how you are living life so much more intentionally. You will be so blessed by this, I’m certain. Thanks as always for being one of my greatest cheerleaders. I appreciate you so much. -Jenny
Shelby
I facebooked, tweeted and pinned!! I hope to see you dance with Ellen. I think you are amazing
Jenny
Thanks Shelby for all the internet love. I’m hoping that Ellen and her staff finally call me because they have heard my name so many times. What a great thing that would be!
I so appreciate all the effort and well wishes. – Jenny
yvonne
I really hope Ellen calls you… you are just as positive as her show is! I’ll keep my fingered crossed for you! Good luck!!
Jenny
Yvonne – I love Ellen because she is real, funny, and looks for the best in people. And I have spent my life weeding negative people from my life and trying to surround myself with optimistic people.
I honestly think Ellen and I would get along (and not in a stalker type of way)
Thanks again Yvonne. I’m hoping that it will happen.-Jenny
Susan
You go girl! Good job.
Jenny
Thanks Susan. I’m proud of myself tonight. And I usually am pretty hard on myself, so I’m just trying to soak it all in and enjoy the moment… no matter the outcome. -Jenny
Rebecca
GO JENNY GO! Here’s hoping Ellen calls you. That was a great video!
Jenny
Thanks Rebecca for the encouragement and for sharing my video message on facebook. I sincerely look forward to the day to share the happy message that I am going to have to go shopping for a new dancing outfit and shoes. How cool would that be?
Janet Carr
JENNY!!!!!! YGG!!!!! I am soooooo VERY proud of you and I so want to be like you when I grow up!!!!!! I just KNOW that Ellen will call you!!!!!!! AND I will share your video on my blog again!!! YA!!! I just have to tell you that I had a really yucky week and to make me feel better and smile… I just had to play your ‘Washington Dance’!!! THANK YOU soooo MUCH for making me smile!!!!!!!! HUGS and all 10 fingers and toes crossed for YOU!!!!!!!!
Jenny
Janet – So sorry you had a lousy week. But I am glad that the weekend is here for you and that my video was able to make you smile. My little munchkin still wants to watch the “people dancing” a couple times a week. And I still smile every time, especially when I see all those lovely strangers who were willing to dance with me. There is so much good in people. I sincerely believe that. Thanks again Janet – Jenny
Liz (Little Bitty Bakes)
Oh my gosh, you deserve this!! Ellen would be lucky to dance with you!
Jenny
Thanks Liz. It would definitely not be a dull moment. The thought of dancing with her is exhilarating and terrifying in the same moment. But here’s hoping that it will come true.
Korie B.
Go, Jenny, Go!
Jenny
I’m working hard. Now I need a bit of magic to help, but I’m having great feelings this morning about the possibilities. -J
Catherine
This is so awesome, Jenny. I LOVE Ellen-even talked to her once! I’m crossing my fingers and toes for you!
Jenny
Completely jealous Catherine. Ellen is adorable and just hoping to have the chance to meet and talk with her. I have a suspicious feeling that I will like her 1000 times more. Here’s hoping!-J
Julie
Go Jenny Go! Your dreams are awesome and we are all sure Miss Ellen will be calling you soon!
Julie
Jenny
Thanks Julie! Still waiting by the phone and good thoughts continue to be sent. Thanks for your encouragement and looking forward to spreading good news in the future. -J
ChrisyC
Hi Jenny
Thursday night, my friend and l took our daughters to see Mary Poppins the musical in Brisbane (Australia). The musical ended with the song. “Anything can happen, if you let it”.
I don’t know if you have heard it before, but here are the lyrics ….
Anything can happen if you let it sometimes things are difficult
but you can bet it doesn’t have to be some
Changes can be made
You can move a mountain if you use a larger spade
Anything can happen it’s a marvel
You can be a butterfly
Or just stay larval
Stretch your mind beyond fantastic dreams are made or strong elastic
Take some sound advice and don’t forget it
Anything Can Happen if you let it
Anything can happen if you let it
You Won’t know a challenge until you’ve met it
No-one does it for you
No-One but yourself wacillating violets get left up
on the shelf anything can happen just imagine!
That should be my epitaph I wear the badge in honour of this world’s free thinkers
Those who see beyond their blinkers
Jelly isn’t jelly
Till you set it anything can happen if you let it
Anything can happen if you let it what good is a whistle
Unless you whet it
Broaden Your Horizon
Open different doors
You may find a you there that you never knew was yours
Anything can happen
Raise the curtain things you thought impossible
Will soon seem certain though at first it may sound clownfish see the world
more upside-downish turn it on its head then pirouette it
Anything can happen if you let it
If you reach for the stars all you get are the stars
but we’ve found a whole new spin if you reach for the heavens
You get the stars thrown in if you reach
for the stars all you get are the stars but we’ve found a whole new spin if you
reach for the heavens you get the stars thrown in
Anything can happen if you let it life out there waiting
so go and get it grab it by the collar seize it by the scruff one
you’ve started living life you just can’t get enough
Anything can happen it’s official you can choose the super
or the superficial sally forth the way we’re steering obstacles
start disappearing go and chase your dreams you won’t regret it
Anything can happen Anything can happen
If you let it
Can’t help but think that Mary Poppins would be very proud of you.
Email sent to Ellen.
Jenny
Thank you so much Chrisy. I’m beaming thinking Mary Poppins would be proud of me. Thank you for your encouragement and sharing my dream with Ellen. And I agree that anything can happen if you let it. Beautiful. Just beautiful. Jeff and I are hoping that we will get to meet all of my wonderful Australian readers in the next couple of years. Look forward to that opportunity! – J
Kathy
I, like you, have a “Bucket List”……..It absolutely makes life worth living. I REALLY want to see you DANCE with Ellen. You ARE an inspiring person. I have a feeling that Ellen will choose you. Keep Dancing, Girl…..
Jenny
So glad you have a bucket list Kathy and it sounds like you are doing the things on your list which is the most important thing. I really want to dance with Ellen, too and I hope you are right. But I will continue dancing no matter what. Thanks again for your kind words. -Jenny
Julia
It might take a little while, but this is going to happen. I just know it.
Jenny
I love your thinking Julia. I’ve done my part, now I’m hoping for a little bit of magic, prayers, and finger crossing. Thanks and I do hope you are right!
Jodie
You go Jenny the video totally rocks. Ellen would be foolish not to pick you to come on the show, and we both know Ellen is no fool.
Jenny
Oh Jodie – I do love Ellen. She is a very fun and unbelievably witty and smart. I hope she sees the good in my video and gives me a call. Here’s hoping for a chance and a bit of magic!-Jenny
Jenny S
How exciting! Kudos to you for doing this! I so hope that she has you on the show!!
Jenny
Thanks Jenny. I hope to have good news in the future. Continuing to work hard and move forward, but I remain hopeful as always.
Stephanie Stuhr
Jenny, This video was AWESOME! If I was Ellen, I would call you! I’ll be hoping you get that phone call!!
Jenny
Thanks Stephanie! I hope Ellen is thinking just like you and gives me a call. I’m obviously a fan.