If you could have something named after you, what would it be? Here in Denver, there is a street named Jasmine. When I was a child, we would ride past, and my mother would say, “jazz o mine.” (Prior to her descent into madness) I felt special, and I found it funny. There’s also the…
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Moon Flower
Write about your first name: its meaning, significance, etymology, etc. When I first wanted to learn about my name, my mother scolded me about its meaning. That’s how my life was growing up – clearly being significant and being shamed as well. I had come to love my name, because after realizing how cruel adults…
A Gift
My real first name, Jasmine, is originally Persian. Persia covered a vast part of Asia during its time. Now, most people from South Eastern Asia to, I’d say Saudi Arabia, recognize my name and tell me about it. Firstly, jasmine is a night flower. I have a song titled Moon Flower, where I envision watching…
Name Change
If you had to change your name, what would your new name be? As a child, I dreamed of changing a lot of things. My name was certainly one of them! My first name is Persian. Jasmine, a popular flower (and scent) from the East. However popular and longed for the fragrance is, the meaning…
