Jazzie’s Jar of Hope

03/27/2026

Most people hear terms like SVT, TIA, or heart attack and think they’re all the same… but they’re not. And when it happens to you—it’s terrifying.

Let me break it down in real life terms:

🫀🏃‍♀️SVT (Supraventricular Tachycardia)
This is when your heart suddenly starts racing out of control—like a switch flips.
Your heart can jump to 150–250 beats per minute.

It can feel like:
• Your chest is pounding out of your body
• You can’t catch your breath
• Dizziness, weakness, anxiety
• Your body feels like it’s in overdrive

👉 Mine hit 228 beats per minute… and stayed there for about 2 hours. The lowest it went was 208.

This was just ONE WEEK after my mastectomy.
I knew something wasn’t right… and I had to call 911.
Scared the crap out of me and I knew I was in my way to glory! 😑🥹

How do they “reset” your heart during SVT?

Doctors work to interrupt that abnormal rhythm and bring your heart back to normal. This can look like:
• Vagal maneuvers (you may be told to bear down, cough, or hold your breath) to stimulate a nerve that can slow the heart
• IV medication (like adenosine) — this is the one people talk about… it briefly stops the heart for a few seconds so it can restart in a normal rhythm

(This what they did to me and it’s literally like feeling your body shut down completely, then rebooting)

• Electrical cardioversion — in more serious cases, a controlled shock is given to reset the heart rhythm

⚠️ That moment when your heart is “reset”… is intense.
Your body feels it. Your mind feels it. And it reminds you just how fragile life can be.

TIA (Transient Ischemic Attack)
Often called a “mini stroke.”
It happens when blood flow to the brain is temporarily blocked.

Symptoms may include:
• Sudden confusion
• Trouble speaking
• Weakness on one side
• Vision problems

⚠️ Even if it passes—it’s a warning sign. Your body is saying: pay attention.

Heart Attack
This is when blood flow to the heart is blocked.
This is life-threatening and requires immediate help.

Symptoms may include:
• Chest pain or pressure
• Pain in arm, jaw, or back
• Nausea, sweating
• Shortness of breath

Not just physically—but mentally and emotionally.
Your body goes into survival mode.
Your mind starts racing just like your heart.
And afterward… you don’t feel the same. You become more aware. More cautious. More grateful.

The truth is… these moments are scary.
You don’t always “look sick.”
You don’t always have warning signs.
And sometimes it happens when you’re already fighting something else.

If you feel like something isn’t right—don’t ignore it.
Your life is worth the call.

03/26/2026

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03/25/2026

What does cancer look like?

I keep hearing, “she doesn’t look sick.”
But what does sick appear like?

Is it the days I can’t get out of bed?
The moments my body is tired but my mind is still trying to be strong?
Is it the treatments, the pain, the fear, the unknown?

Because on one hand, people say “fix yourself up, take a self-care day—you’ll feel better.”
So I do. I put myself together. I smile. I show up.

But on the other hand, if you look too good…
Now suddenly you’re not suffering.
Now suddenly you’re not sick enough.

Society has a fine line for empathy when it comes to chronic illness, treatment, survival, and recovery.

And it’s exhausting.

Because the truth is…
Cancer doesn’t have one look.

It’s not always bald heads and hospital gowns.
It’s not always visible.

Sometimes cancer looks like a woman who still gets up and gets dressed and learning to embrace her hair as it grows back, it’s taking better care of the body that even prior to cancer was in survival mode and you pushed to the limit every single day.

Sometimes it looks like a smile hiding the weight of a diagnosis.

Sometimes it looks like showing up for your children when your body is fighting for you behind the scenes.
Sometimes it looks like faith when fear would be easier.

Cancer looks like strength.
Cancer looks like resilience.
Cancer looks like choosing to live… even while fighting to stay alive.

So no, I may not “look sick” to you, the lady or man sitting on the lobby of the infusion center may not “look sick” because we choose to fight standing up, we choose to fight by bathing,
But every day I am navigating something you cannot see.

Give people grace.
Give people empathy.
Because you never know what someone is carrying behind their smile.

This…
This is what cancer looks like too.

Still fighting.
Still healing.
Still trusting God.
Still here. 💗

03/20/2026

“I remember the words you have breast cancer.”

Then the silence……
my life split into before and after.

Before the diagnosis… I was was in survival mode, grinding constantly

After the diagnosis…I had to figure out real survival I had to lock in and fight to stay alive. It’s been a year since I started chemo, I can’t really put it into words, I can only say “But God!”

This past year looked like:
💔 Fear
💉 Treatments
😔 Hair loss
🙏🏽 Prayers and tears at 2AM
💪🏽 Strength I didn’t know I had
💕 A New level of self love I had never experienced

There were days I smiled for pictures…
but so many tears cried when I was alone.

Days/Events/Moments I showed up for my kids and others in their time of need…
but felt like I was falling apart inside.

But hear me when I say this…

God never left me. 🙏🏽
Not in the hospital rooms.
Not in the pain.
Not in the silence.

And because of Him…
I’m still here.

My family carried me when I couldn’t carry myself.
And so many breast cancer organizations stepped in and reminded me I wasn’t fighting alone.

But let me be real with you…

The fight is NOT over. 🎀

I still have 5 treatments left…
and I’m preparing for breast reconstruction surgery.

So I’m still walking this journey —
still trusting God…
still pushing…
still believing healing is mine. 💗

This video?
It’s more than pictures.

It’s survival.
It’s faith.
It’s a fight I’m still in.

I can’t put into words the level of gratefulness in my heart for those who stayed by my side because people are so used to you figuring it out and I finally hit a point where wasn’t a thing left to figure. Couldn’t do anything but cry out to God this is bigger than me and I need you! And God showed up in a big way. So grateful! This little reel don’t show the 1/2 but God has seen it all and been right there with me!

If you have rocked with me in any capacity I love you from the bottom of my heart!

The fight is not over!
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Because this isn’t just about me anymore…
it’s about every woman still fighting to live.

✨ And if you’re reading this… and you’re still here too…
That means God isn’t done with you either.

02/18/2026

02/02/2026

Because Healing Isn’t Linear ✨

It’s been a couple of months since I last posted, and I owe you honesty.

Going back to work after illness hasn’t been easy. There are highs—feeling capable again, showing up, pushing forward. And there are lows—the exhaustion, the stress, the mental load, and the never-ending doctor appointments that don’t pause just because life needs you to “get back to normal.”

Some days I’m strong.
Some days I’m tired before the day even starts.
Most days, I’m learning to listen to my body instead of fighting it.

Jazzie’s Jar of Hope was created for moments exactly like this—for women balancing work, healing, motherhood, grief, finances, and faith… all at once. For women who are showing up anyway, even when it costs them something.

If you’ve been quiet, overwhelmed, or just trying to survive lately—this is your reminder:
💛 You are not behind.
💛 Rest is not weakness.
💛 Doctor appointments are part of the work.
💛 Listening to your body is an act of courage.

I’m still here. We’re still here. And hope is still being poured—one day, one breath, one step at a time.

Thank you for your patience, your prayers, and your grace. 💛
More to come… gently.
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— Jazzie ✨

11/01/2025

Your chance of surviving breast cancer should not depend on who you are or where you live - but too often, they do.

We are partnering with communities, using real data to close the gap on breast cancer inequities, and create lasting change.

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10/19/2025

Celebrating Life's Pink Bag event was a resounding success, paying tribute to courageous women and the human spirit's capacity to overcome life's challenges. We hope to see you at our upcoming events, which provide support to mothers battling critical illness.

10/15/2025

At Jazzie's Jar of Hope, we know being a single mom means being the sole financial rock for your family.

If an illness or injury keeps you from working, who will cover the bills? That's why Disability Insurance is non-negotiable!

It's your income replacement when you need it most, a safety net that protects your kids and your future.

What's the Difference?
* Short-Term Disability (STD): This is for temporary conditions, like recovery from surgery, a significant injury, or maternity leave.

* What it does: Replaces a portion of your income (often 50-80%) for a limited time, usually a few weeks up to a year. It helps cover immediate expenses like rent, utilities, and groceries.

* Long-Term Disability (LTD): This steps in for serious or long-lasting conditions that keep you out of work for an extended period, potentially for years or until retirement.

* What it does: Replaces a portion of your income (typically 40-70%) after your short-term benefits (or a waiting period) run out. It is crucial for financial stability during a long-term health crisis.

🚨 Crucial Enrollment Tip! 🚨
It is vital to enroll in disability insurance BEFORE you have a diagnosis or symptoms of a major health issue. Why?

Insurance policies often have a "pre-existing condition exclusion." This means if you are diagnosed with an illness or injury before or very shortly after your coverage begins, the policy may not cover you for that specific condition. Get your coverage in place now to protect yourself from the unexpected!

Single Moms, we want to hear from you!
Have you ever had to stop working due to a health issue? What were your financial struggles? What advice do you have for other single mothers about preparing for the unexpected?

Share your stories and connect with our community in the comments below! 👇

10/14/2025

Did you know…
👉 1 in 4 single mothers will develop a critical illness in their lifetime?
👉 38% of single moms live below the poverty line — meaning a health crisis can instantly become a financial emergency.
👉 Many are forced to choose between paying for treatment or keeping a roof over their children’s heads.

These women fight for their lives and their families — often with no backup plan, no paid leave, and no safety net.

When a single mom gets seriously ill, it affects:
💔 Her health
💔 Her children
💔 Her home
💔 Her future

But you can change the story. ✨

Your donation helps cover critical needs like:
✅ Medical co-pays & treatment support
✅ Housing & utilities during recovery
✅ Groceries, childcare, and transportation to appointments
Every dollar gives a single mother hope — and the peace to heal without losing everything she’s worked for. 💖

Let’s stand together for these courageous women. Make your donation today!
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