The Joy Cart: The True Story of a Boy and His Toys

By Marvin Bartlett

A rare bone cancer robbed Jarrett Mynear of a normal childhood when he was two years old, but it didnt steal his spirit. The Joy Cart is the story of how an extraordinary boy captivated crowds with... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1588511448
• ISBN13: 9781588511447
• Release Date: March 2002
• Publisher: Publishamerica Inc
• Length: 206 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.3" x 0.8" x 5.5"

Customer Reviews

"Magnitude of Inspiration"

The Joy Cart is a magnitude of inspiration and witness to helping and reaching out despite pain and devastating turns. Even as an author, I have no words from being humbled other than that every one of us should take Jarrett as our shining example. We, as a public people, should be thanking the author, Mr. Bartlett, for taking the opportunity to share this tremendous character of one who rises above and reaches out to love. Let every one of us examine ourselves and strive to gain more of Jarrett's character in our daily lives. Let us not pass up the oppportunity to read and pass on The Joy Cart! -- reviewed by Stephanie S. Sawyer, author Facing Me

A Sad but Uplifting Story, Well-told

It can't be easy for an adult to write the true story of a youngster. Even if that youngster has achieved some manner of celebrity status, it must pose special problems for an older generation to write accurately and insightfully about its focus. And if that celebrity status has resulted from that youngster's caring humanity and unselfish acts in the midst of an ongoing life-threatening disease, writing the story must prove all the more difficult. Yet author Marvin Bartlett, anchor for the Bluegrass Region's Fox affiliate, has successfully overcome those difficulties in telling the story of Jarrett Mynear, an extraordinary young Kentuckian who, when faced with a disease that would eventually steal him from all those who loved him, chose to better the emotional and mental well-being of others who suffered like himself. Bartlett knows the story is so strong and moving that editorial commentary from himself is minimalized, and he maintains his discipline even in the secondary matters. For example, when campground owners hosting a group of children, all of whom are seriously ill, deny them the fun of shooting at each other in a squirt gun battle because these owners abhor war and violence, Bartlett merely reports the fact, confident that his readers will shake their heads. This is the story of a remarkable boy, and reading it, I suspect, will bring some relief to those distressed, and joy to all. Despite the sadness.

Jarrett is an inspiration for all to read about!

Marvin Bartlett invites the reader to the world of an incredible child. If only we would have an ounce of Jarrett's heart the world would be a better place! While it is sad that Jarrett has gone to a better place he left us a legacy of giving and this book is his record. It gives the reader a glimpse into the mind of a child that battled daily with his demons but acted like an Angel!

Inspirational

I want to thank Mr. Bartlett for writing a book that allows the world a glimpse into Jarrett Mynear's life. What an inspirational story! It captured my heart. I could not put this book down once I started to read it. Although it is a story about a young boy with cancer, it is more....so much more than that. Jarrett is wise beyond his years. His kindness, compassion and perseverance should be a lesson for all. Whatever the future holds for Jarrett, he has already managed to touch more people with his courage and his Joy Cart than most of us will ever accomplish. This book is an absolute treasure. I would highly recommend it. I would especially recommend it for anyone that has forgotten what life is really about. Jarrett's life is all about caring, love, sharing and paying it forward. What a wonderful legacy he has created. I truly expect to see this book hit the best seller list.

Jarrett's Joyful Journey!

I was emotionally drained after reading The Joy Cart by Marvin Bartlett. The true account of a young man struck with a rare disorder who spends each moment of his life giving to others; humbled me, moved me to tears, and reaffirmed my belief in the power of giving. When asked why he gives to others (in his case he gives toys to other kids who are stricken with debilitating, hospital confining conditions) he had the following to say, "...some adults did the same thing for me (gave toys). I thought it was so nice that I wanted to do it, too. It made me feel better. It took my mind off my sickness. It kept me from feeling sorry for myself." Jarrett's joyful outlook on life has gotten him invites to the White House, appearances on major talk shows, and a following of "believers" in the importance of giving, too. This amazing young man is wonderfully portrayed in The Joy Cart by author Marvin Bartlett, who has written an exceptional chronicle of a modern day saint amongst us, a "boy with his toys" and his giving spirit. Outstanding book about an awe inspiring young man.