Name of Fangirl: Jenna
Fangirl’s School Grade: 6th
What is her Fangirl interest?
Anything Divergent- or in fact Shailene Woodley or Theo James. But mostly Divergent and TFIOS. They’re both amazing and are recognized less than they should be and if I don’t stop now I might as well go on a rant which will turn into a page paper for each of them.
Why did you decide to shine the spotlight on this Fangirl?
She and I are jointly filling out this form. Jenna says this is my spot to speak, LOL saying I don’t know what you could say momma. Oh darlin’ there is so much to say as to why I am glad I found this opportunity…..Jenna is a defender, a supporter and upstander, a natural born leader. Jenna is the youngest of three. Her older brother, who is 6-yrs older, is an out LGBT youth. Jenna has seen and witnessed what discrimination, bullying and hate does to the world 1st hand, how it has effected her brother and even our family. As such she stands up for, stops and has/will help redirect her peers positively in speaking and in their actions without thought or pause if she feels they are hurting, spreading or potential could harm others. Her leadership towards acceptance, understanding and Kindness-is recognized and is helping bring happiness, enjoyment to those around her. I am extremely proud of my child’s confidence in helping everyone. Her strength and courage amaze me. She is vocal about her convictions and beliefs that all this world needs to heal is love & kindness. She is also academically strong, loves nature, and believes in also taking care of the environment.
How does this Fangirl express her fandom?
If a normal non-Fangirl saw my sketches or my room, they wouldn’t understand. I have Posters covering my walls and a vinyl poster (10 by 8) of Tris and Tobias. I also follow over 300 fan accounts on Instagram. I also count down until the next movie and when the tickets come out and I already have tickets for Allegiant opening day. Even when I see simply a white t-shirt I think about how well I can design it so I can wear it and show off how insane and obsessed I am with my fandom.
What is her favorite quote or personal motto?
Divergent quotes~ “Fear doesnt shut you down, it wakes you up.” -Four (Divergent), “To be kind is to forgive, not only others but also yourself” -Johanna (Insurgent) “But when I do feel all the strength go out of me, and I fall to my knees beside the table and I think I cry, then, or at least I want to, and everything inside me screams for just one more kiss, one more word, one more glance, one more.” -Tobias Eaton (Allegiant) I think you’re still the only person sharp enough to sharpen someone like me” -Four “But now, I am also learning this: WE can be mended. We can mend each other” -Tobias
My one favorite from TFIOS – “Some infinites are shorter than others” – Hazel Grace Lancaster
And my very very favorite quote I have ever read “Its so hard to leave- Until you leave then it’s the easiest thing in the world.” – Quentin (Paper Towns)
What is her favorite Fangirl item that she cannot live without?
I cannot live without my books. Especially my Divergent series collection of books. But just books in general. The mystery of what comes next or the emotions you can feel when reading a book are amazing. I would hate to live without any book in hand.