Grimes, N. (1998). Jazmin's notebook. New York:
Puffin Books.
Hopeful to say the least. Jazmin’s Notebook is a representation of how the everyday struggles
that a person faces, as horrific as they may seem to be, have no bearing on a
person’s ability and should not be the determining factor that hinders success.
Quite on the contrary, Jazmin’s struggles, an absent father, an alcoholic
mother, a father who tries to take on responsibility again but ends up dead in
a tragic car accident, does not end the dreams of this young girl, who with the
help and support of her older sister, knows that no matter how difficult life
may get, her determination will lead to success. This is a reminder that
a strong sister bond gives a person enough strength to keep going and not vow
down to times of hardships.
How can one go through life without a sister? Although dysfunctional in its way, my family is strong and united. I have the most loving, selfless, nurturing parents I could have asked for. Still, our life has been far from perfect. I have a strong support group who are with me unconditionally. My sisters would fight for me till the death, as I would do for them. Although tragic, Jazmin's life can still be salvaged because there is hope, because she is not alone, because she will not give up. The strength we get from those we love pushes us through our own limitations. This is a tell of I CAN because I'm not alone.
How can one go through life without a sister? Although dysfunctional in its way, my family is strong and united. I have the most loving, selfless, nurturing parents I could have asked for. Still, our life has been far from perfect. I have a strong support group who are with me unconditionally. My sisters would fight for me till the death, as I would do for them. Although tragic, Jazmin's life can still be salvaged because there is hope, because she is not alone, because she will not give up. The strength we get from those we love pushes us through our own limitations. This is a tell of I CAN because I'm not alone.
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