Tag Archives: Recovery

Just believe

Posted on November 27, 2015 by jasmine shei

#1: Scene from the movie Finding Neverland Scene from Finding Neverland Boy Peter just lost her mother.  He was grieving. “I thought she would always be here.” He asked. “So did I.” A good friend of her mother explained. “In … Continue reading →

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A Golden Boy

Posted on June 22, 2015 by jasmine shei

She got up early to pack her lunch. As she putting the sandwich into the stylish black and white striped tote, she smiled.  It was her first week at a new job — A job she has been waiting for … Continue reading →

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Save Myself

Posted on April 9, 2015 by jasmine shei

Jane, a close friend of mine since college, is a mother of three. Her first child is already in her teens and through her second marriage, she has two kids, a three year old and 7 month old. These days, … Continue reading →

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Change

Posted on March 1, 2015 by jasmine shei

To me, 2013 was a Shit Hits The Fan year, traumatizing and devastating. 2014 was a year of internal struggle. Do not get me wrong.  I did not get on drugs or anything.  But, I have to admit in my … Continue reading →

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Embraced

Posted on January 22, 2015 by jasmine shei

As I was walking to the elevator, a woman I have never met before embraced me and whispered to my ears, “Thank you for your speech, Jasmine. I lost three children… I have three beautiful children now. You will find … Continue reading →

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Waiting For the Right Moment

Posted on January 14, 2015 by jasmine shei

“Oh, my baby is dead.” Too scary? “By the way, I had a child.” What does that mean? “Listen, I had a bad experience given birth.” Too vague? “Well, how shall I tell you ladies this…” Too?? I hyperventilated. My … Continue reading →

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Puzzled Life

Posted on November 5, 2014 by jasmine shei

I like finishing a puzzle.  I usually start with the corners and building the wall on each side. Then, I focus on the obvious portion of the puzzle in the center, like the head of a horse, wings of a … Continue reading →

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To Tell or Not To Tell?

Posted on October 19, 2014 by jasmine shei

Over the summer, my father in-law has developed a keen interest in famers’ market; the lively plaza and neatly laid out fresh fruits and vegetables makes his heart racing for next cooking ideas. When he walked around, picking out fresh … Continue reading →

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Absurd or is it?

Posted on October 7, 2014 by jasmine shei

When I feel blue, I ask, “How do you want me to be?” A gentle voice whispers, “Mommy, I want you to be happy.” I raise my head and walk away from the cold winter. When I am with my … Continue reading →

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Confession

Posted on September 1, 2014 by jasmine shei

My baby Kevin, It is September, the month you are supposed to be born, a year ago. Instead, you came three months earlier and sent everyone battling for life, including yours. I regret not letting your daddy listen to your … Continue reading →

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