10 min brew
mood: educational
Cleft Lip and Palate 101: What Everyone Should Know
What a cleft lip and palate actually is, from someone who has lived it for over 20 years.
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Cleft Lip and Palate 101: What Everyone Should Know
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mood: vulnerable
The Girl in the Mirror
Mirrors are not simple for me. They never have been. I look at mine and every version of myself I have ever been stares back.
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mood: determined
Job Hunting With a Face People Notice
What it is actually like to job hunt when your face is the first thing people react to. Not your resume. Not your experience. Your face.
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Welcome to my digital space! I'm Jessica P Velasco, a systems administrator who believes in the power of authentic storytelling—both in tech and life experiences.
When I'm not managing infrastructure, you'll find me exploring new technologies, reading about system reliability, or sharing stories about navigating life with cleft lip and palate. 💻
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