Jerilee Wei

Jerilee Wei is a published freelance author, a former market research analyst, Cajun traiteuse, Cajun music and history preservationist, mother and grandmother. She has been blessed with a life rich in experiences, international travel, and a lot of surprises. Part Cajun, Irish, and part Native American, she has had a unique tapestry of influences that give her a uncommon voice on a wide variety of topics. Today you’ll find her professionally making clients vaca dreams come true doing and of course, blogging.

Jerilee Wei has this to say to her readers:

“I came to hubpages on the eve of being diagnosed with invasive breast cancer. Writing saved my sanity in those early dark sleepless nights of uncertainty. With my first hub and every one I wrote after that day on June 2, 2008, I’ve endeavored to give my readers a little Cajun “lagniappe” (something extra).

If I’ve told you something you didn’t know before, I have succeeded. If I’ve surprised you, when you thought nothing would, on a subject you know well, then I was successful. If I made you smile, cry, laugh, or inspired you, what greater gift could I have received by my efforts? I can think of none.

Each time I sit down to write I review some simple goals. They keep it real and in perspective:

If I’ve written an article, I want it to reach and teach forever. It’s not about high ratings, hubscores, comments, or Google Adsense dollars. More importantly, I owe you authenticity and originality.

I believe that, if you possess ageless knowledge you need to share it. I’ve been blessed to have had unusual experiences, traveled widely, and received a great education. It all began, as it should, at home from my mother (Ginn Navarre here on hubpages) and my grandmother, Daisy Genevive Austin. It was supplemented by other family members, wonderful teachers, and a fate-filled life that has been influenced by experiences that not every woman of my age survived or enjoyed.

Some of us just possess a lot of old and ageless knowledge that was handed down. I’m lucky to be one of them. This is knowledge that the fast-paced modern world, isn’t always remembered. Not all of us learned the same things, or perhaps some of us need a refresher course. My philosophy is that we have a special obligation to share such content with our readers.

We have a global audience here. Each time I sit down to write a hub, I remember that what is written here will be read around the world. I try to be be careful in making it clear precisely what I am talking about. I don’t make assumptions that every reader knows specific geography. I don’t take for granted that the reader uses the same products by the same manufacturers. I don’t presume everyone knows our country's history, or understands it's politics. I don’t assume a core knowledge. I do this because one of the wonderful things I’ve discovered here on hubpages, is that we all have something to contribute and can learn so much from each other. I have learned so much here from many inspirational hubbers.

I love hearing from my readers in their many kind comments and emails. I appreciate every single one of you, even those who don’t always agree with me.”

Some of Jerilee Wei's favorite hubbers to follow:

diogenes

Bob Ewing

Bard of Ely

robie2

Frieda Babbley

Aya Katz

cindyvine

amy jane

Tom Rubenoff

Here are some of Jerilee Wei's favorite hubs that she hopes will become among your own:

I Am A Princess and A Shiny Penny - Self Esteem In Cultural Identity

Squash Blossom Necklace Promises

Madame Butterfly's Cocoon Pets

Julia Morning Glory

A Bite Of Armadillo

Weaving Clara's Chitimacha Basket

Tying Fishing Knots - Old Man Papadopoulus

In the Spotlight

Figs vs. Dates

Few people know the difference between a date and a fig. Learn not only the differences between dates and figs, but all the unique history both share.

In the Spotlight

Sir Humphry Davy's Laughter Interesting Facts

We all learned about Sir Humphry Davy somewhere in school, but do you know the real story beyond the laughing gas? What is the connection between safety lamps and this famous scientist?

In the Spotlight

Are We Smarter Than A Chicken?

Do you speak chicken? It seems some of our politicans do. Never underestimate a chicken, here's why.

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  owlcation.com

  Types of Poem Forms: The French Pastourelle Poem

  10 months ago

  Should every poem form design remain in use forever? Take the example of the French Pastourelle poem as it existed in the Middle Ages. Would it work for poets today? Would modern readers be able to relate to pastoral scenes and themes?

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  Farm Animals & Livestock

  Who Is In The Deer Family

  12 years ago

  Family relationships can reveal alot, even in the deer family. Do you know the difference between elk and deer? You may be surprised to learn that many we call "elk" are really deer.

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  Marine Life

  True Fishes Bony Fishes - Barracudas, Cod, And Herring Fish

  10 years ago

  True fishes are those with bony skeletons. Some of them are as vicious as the sharks and the rays. In fact, the Barracudas, which are a true bony fish, are known to be more feared than most sharks. Barracudas are found in tropical and subtropical waters. The species known as the Great...

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  Automotive Makes & Models

  Honda and Acura OBD Connector Locations

  13 months ago

  Looking for your Honda Acura's ECU or OBD connector to determine why the check engine light is on? Here's the skinny on Honda Acura code connectors.

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  Oceans & Seas

  Fishes of the Deep Deep Sea

  12 years ago

  Down in the deep sea is life abounding, strange, and even loathsome, with here and there such radiant beauty as is not to be explained by human intelligence. First, there are the sharks in the family of fish giants. To say that they are the tigers of the deep is not quite true. The sharks number...

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  dengarden.com

  14 Common Edible Wild Plants

  16 months ago

  Have you ever wondered which common edible wild plants are safe to eat? From Solomon's seal to cattails to juneberry, here's an introduction to common American wild plants.

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  Green Living Issues

  Shipping Container and Cargo Container Dream Homes

  2 years ago

  Shipping containers turned into homes is an old idea that warrants a new look. Repurposing takes on a whole new meaning when it comes to housing!

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  Hens & Roosters

  Taming Wild Roosters

  12 years ago

  There are bee charmers and horse whisperers, and then there are those who can tame a rooster. From the very moment I met the rooster tamer, I was both jealous and in awe. Admittedly, I tend to be a...

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  Alternative & Natural Medicine

  The Education of a Cajun Traiteuse - Faith Healer - Part II

  10 years ago

  What if we have stolen the history of many peoples by rewriting it, as though it were our own? Native American folk stories were all part of my education in becoming a Cajun traiteuse (faith healer). Learn what it takes to be a part of this mysterious world of a lost folk art.

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  letterpile.com

  Training And Conditioning The Fighting Rooster in the Mirror

  5 years ago

  Controversial cockfighting still exists in certain cultures and countries, depite having been outlawed. This is the true story of one of those involved in the sport and the fate that he met.

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  Alternative & Natural Medicine

  The Education of a Cajun Traiteuse - Faith Healer - Part I

  12 years ago

  Overcoming the challenges of living beyond natural disasters was all part of my education in becoming a Cajun traiteuse (faith healer). Learn what it takes to be a part of this mysterious world of a lost folk art.

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  Music

  Guide to Traditional Cajun Songs And Lyrics

  12 years ago

  This guide to traditional Cajun songs is an introduction to what makes a song Cajun. It explores the interpretation and evolution of standard Cajun tunes. It includes an indepth look at one favorite Cajun song - Jolie Blon (Jolie Blondie) and how it was changed and influenced, not only by the...

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  Happy Marriages

  Coping With Your Husband's Retirement

  8 months ago

  Retirement changes the dynamics of our relationships. This is especially true of marriage. Read this article for tips on coping with your spouse's retirement.

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  Collecting & Collections

  Beginning Antique Oyster Plate Collecting Tips

  12 years ago

  This is a beginners introduction to collecting antique oyster plates. Learn the basic styles, numbers of depressions, and more popular china marks to collect....

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  Dessert Cakes

  Southern Louisiana Molasses Cake & Cookies From Scratch

  12 years ago

  Are you looking for an unusual and baked-from-scratch cake? Not that long ago, molasses was a common kitchen staple in the well-stocked pantry. Today, many people would not know what it is. Additionally, even if someone has heard of molasses...