Chloe Isom “Cricket”
755 S Main St. Suite 4-337
Cedar City, UT
cricketreads@1beckyjsmithgmail-com
Brigham Young University
Slam Poem “Related” (video and written copy)
The Smith family are largely known for Jospeh Smith’s role in bringing about the
Restoration of the gospel in full. Because of the miraculous and impactful nature of his work and accomplishments, his and his family’s lives are elevated to illustrious and almost mythic proportions. As a consequence, it can sometimes feel like they are more heroes from stories than real people. While reading and contemplating about their family as a whole, I was struck with how many relatable experiences they did have in between and interwoven with what they were called to do; mainly, the trials and struggles they faced that were not only unique to their position, but are still relevant to what we face today. With this understanding, I have felt a closer connection to them and a desire to follow their examples of endurance and integrity through hardship.