*NEW* SHE-POWER Women: Spotlight on JEMI
I talked recently of my concerns about the direction of my blog and what niche I am in. Since then, I have thought a lot about this and have decided that SHE-POWER is about Celebrating Life and the Best of Humanity.
I believe everyone has unique gifts to share. I believe people, despite their diversity, are more connected at their core than many of us would like to admit. I believe other people can be the mirror for all that we need to know about ourselves.
Life is unpredictable, fraught with sorrow and fear. But it is lightened by friendship, untempered joy, hope and love. I want you to find some of that light and inspiration here and that is why I am launching SHE-POWER Women, an interview series which will profile ordinary women living their lives in extraordinary, yet simple ways.
I thought long and hard about who to choose as my first SHE-POWER Woman. I knew I wanted a fellow blogger and I had a few choices in mind, but it didn’t take long for Jemi from In My Heels to stand out.
If you have ever read In My Heels, you will know that Jemi is all heart. When she writes, it is with wit and charm, honesty and courage. This is a young woman who has already experienced a devastating loss, yet she has chosen to push through and embrace life, while sharing her journey of hope and healing with others.
Jemi displays an optimism and zest for life that I find both intoxicating and inspirational. And that’s why I am honoured to have her here today answering some questions, letting us in, sharing her spirit with us all.
Please join me in welcoming
JEMI, our first SHE-POWER Woman.
My idea of the perfect weekend is… hanging out at the Barnes and Noble bookstore(really), a long drive accompanied by an awesome new playlist on my iPod, getting in touch with my two best friends
My mother always told me…that I was special and that I was going to do something very significant in this life for people
Love is…an emotion I hold on to for dear life whenever it comes my way
I am inspired by… unexpected kindness from all types of people, my readers, songs that are *just right*, love, and cute shoes
Tell us if and how you have experienced the “kindness of strangers”
– oh absolutely and it always stuns me in the most pleasant of ways. My husband passed away and April 17th would have been our 2nd wedding anniversary…so I am in a whole lot of pain. I don’t really know many people on campus yet and one of the students in a class of mine came up to me rather randomly as I walked around..and though I don’t know him very well, he reached out and told me he sensed something was very wrong. I don’t know how he knew since everyone I come upon would comment on my cheerful attitude. After standing there with me and talking to me for a while, he gave me a huge hug and reminded me to give myself the break I (clearly) need. Losing someone you love places you in a solitude that often times, you don’t ask for. It’s the most amazing feeling when someone takes the time out to remind you that you are not alone.
My most defining moment was… deciding to live alone after I moved back to the East Coast. I learned a whole lot about myself thus far.
What song always gets you on the dance floor?
What an unfair question! No really, I have no limits…
Where do you hope to be in 10 years time?
Working as a spanking new doctor, bright eyed and all.
What do you do to lift your mood when you’re down?
I get in touch with my best friends; I play the piano until my mind is off of my problem; call mom; workout; go for a long drive
What three words best describe you?
Positive, creative, empathetic
What makes you angry?
People who have no qualms with hurting others – especially those who set out to do it
If you won $1 mil, what would you change about your life?
There’s an excellent chance I would invest some of that in my private practice/business. I’d be the coolest doc on the block.
Thanks
JEMi *cheesy grin*
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Cool idea! Thank you.
And, you chose great questions.
Don’t forget Naomi Dunford.
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Ok now that you’ve define your niche, make sure you don’t lose your voice. I still expect you to be hilarious and insightful at the same time.
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Kelly,
I just became JEMi’s blogging friend and by reading this I have to admit that she displays character and will to show best of human qualities. We all are born with our unique gift to contribute positively to this world. JEMi definitely has this unique mission and gift of spreading message of hope, love and eternal peace with her writings. She has so far proven that she deserves to be your first pick.
To your success,
Shilpan
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so I dooo have a comment but its over on my site just for you
*smile* thank you so much Kelly
I’mma call my mama!
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Kelly, your aspiration for this blog is right after my heart! “everyone has unique gifts to share. I believe people, despite their diversity, are more connected at their core than many of us would like to admit. I believe other people can be the mirror for all that we need to know about ourselves.” Absolutely. We are all connected, while each of us has a unique gift that we can give to others. I actually think it is our mission to share our unique gifts with those who may benefit from them. You are doing it so well!
I also really enjoyed this interview. I know JEMi and her blog — her power is so refreshing. She will make a good doctor / business owner.
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Kelly I love this idea and Jemi certainly fills the bill as aspirational. I went to see her blog before commenting and I cant believe she can be so together to write the way she does after losing her husband, and so young! It makes me very sad for her, but I also feel happy at the strength she shows. Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us Jemi and I look forward to more of SHE-POWER WOMEN.
Rachel
What a great new feature! I loved reading about Jemi and getting to know her better.
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Kelly, thanks for featuring JEMi on this blog. Although we’ve come across each other’s sites, I don’t really know her. It is a wonderful opportunity to get to know more about this wonderful lady that you’ve just featured.
JEMi, what an awesome interview. I wish you all the best in becomming the Coolest doc on the block!
Love,
Evelyn
I’m thrilled you all like my new article series. I first thought of SHE-POWER Women ages ago, but couldn’t get the time and quiet to really work out what I wanted to achieve with it. I was so happy with the results from Jemi’s interview and she is indeed an inspirational young women so perfect to kick-start this baby off.
Chris, don’t worry about the niche business and whether it’s going to affect what you like about my blog. The mental wrangling I’ve been going through comes more from years spent in marketing and my need to know my broad goal so I have the right foundation from which to approach every article.
When I say that SHE-POWER is “Celebrating Life and the best of Humanity” this is not a new idea I’m going to impose on the blog. It’s more that I have finally found the succinct tagline which describes the feelings from which the blog has always been written from.
Cheers
Kelly
Congrats to Jemi, I love her blog and I’m always blown away by her writing.
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Great interview Jemi!
Geez, now that you’re a celebrity I hope you still remember us little people. =)
What a wonderful idea, and JEMi is a fabulous pick. I’ve admired her strength and integrity from the first time I read her blog. She’s awesome. Thank you for sharing a great interview which gives us even greater insight into a fellow blogger.
Kudos to you for this “series”.
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I just wanted to leave another comment to thank all of your wonderful readers for the incredibly kind words and sentiments
THANK YOU SO MUCH EVERYONE
Come on- (( GROUP HUG !!)) lol
JEMi | Tips for Life, Love, You’s last blog post..An InMyHeels Note: Thank You Kelly of She-Power.com!
JEMi packs a huge punch and she was a great first choice for this kind of thing. What a fun interview.
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I have to agree that Jemi made a great choice for this interview. She’s a great voice that very much complements your own. Well done!
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this is a great idea and choosing Jemi as your first feature fits just right I read her blog she is awesome
Keep up the good work and HAPPY EARTH DAY!
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Hi Kelly - Thanks for choosing JEMi. She is one of the most inspirational people I’ve come across in the blogosphere, or anywhere else for that matter.
It’s brilliant that she’s managed to remain so positive after losing her husband. And she really helps and inspires others who read her blog too. She is a star. Congratulations JEMi - I know you’re going to be a wonderful doctor.
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Sorry to come in so late on this post. What a wonderful choice and a great idea for a new feature on your blog.
Bravo to JEMi for a great interview. I’ve come to know her through her writing and comments. I’m in awe of her strength and courage and authenticity. She is a breathe of fresh air.
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This was a great interview, and it was nice to take a peek inside JEMi’s world.
Thanks for posting, I am looking forward to the other interviews in the series too.
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