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About THE BOOK

HELLO BABY

“I will not die an unlived life . . .” These words struck a chord deep within Jessica Simon’s heart. As a retired teacher, she was looking for a way to make a difference in today’s fast-paced world. She wanted to live life to the fullest in the third trimester of her life.

“Hello Baby” is a bold journey exemplifying resilience, creativity, and human connection. Jessica’s debut work is inspired by her personal experiences and unique artistic collaborations with individuals in West Africa. Through video chats and sharing photographs, she weaves her own changing life story with the lives of the participants in her project. This enriches her own life, making her feel loved and valued in a world where older members of society are often overlooked and marginalized.

Through vivid storytelling, “Hello Baby” brings to life the lives of people striving to create beauty in the midst of poverty, inequality, and political hardship. It captures the spirit of joy and the strength of hope that persists even through adversity.

This book is a celebration of courage, connection, and purpose. It is a reminder to live boldly, love deeply, and to carry our personal blossoms into the world as fruit.

"A STORY OF LOVE & MONEY"