Welcome, folks! Thank you for stopping by my website, FrancescaME.

I write a bi-weekly life enrichment blog (short but impactful) that offers suggestions for a happier life.

If you want a chuckle, check out the Funny Lady Life Podcast, where Dottie St. James and her husband, Larry, share their exciting lives in short (3-5 minutes) comedy podcasts. Dottie sold Avon for 27 years and wanted a change, so she writes an advice column in the local paper, and Larry teaches at a community college. They have funny adventures. Check out an episode. It’ll take less time than waiting in line at Chick-fil-A!

You can also find the music of Sugar Lime Twist, an original rock band from Northeast Pennsylvania, featuring me on vocals.

~~~~~~~  A little About Me ~~~~~~~

I am a student of life, curious and thirsty for knowledge about how to become the best version of ourselves. After years of processing a lot of helpful information, it’s time I shared what I’ve learned. I’ve also been developing my writing skills by studying the craft for years and earning an M.A. in Communication Arts.

Music has always been a part of who I am, and I’ve been singing since I could remember. My neighbor told me he would hear me singing as a toddler walking up the street.

I wrote my first song, “Somewhere In the World,” at seven for my mother, who was in the hospital. Growing up, I never had a diary or journal; I wrote songs and poems. I’d take my Weimeramer dog and cat (followed like the dog ) into the woods with a paper and pen or a tape recorder, and I’d compose songs.

As a teenager, the woods near my house were my sanctuary. I’d sit on a rock, create songs reflecting my life at the time, and return home feeling better. It felt like magic happened to me because those words and melodies helped ease the pain. As a result, I’ve written many songs. I also played the trumpet and dabbled with the piano and guitar.

As far as writing, I was a storyteller first. When I was eight years old, I created a bedtime story, Eight Bunnies and Three Beagles, for my younger sister (probably to get her to sleep since we slept in the same bed.) Many years later, I told my daughter that same bedtime story and created many more.

I began writing books when I went away to college and started my first novel, The Necklace. Putting pen to paper helped me through any angst in my life. That’s when my pseudonym, Jussme, was born. I wanted to be free to be me—just me—Jussme.

I’ve completed two novels, working on number three (unpublished right now – working on changing that 🙂 )

Magic in the Snow:  a YA novel

At What Price: a suspense novel

I’ve also written several children’s books, short stories, a screenplay, a television sitcom, and a book for grieving a loss. If I get an idea, I write it down in my chunky notebook. It’s full of great book ideas waiting to be written.

I created this website’s blog to share what has helped me create a happy life. If I could turn my life around, anyone can, but we have to put in the time and work at it. We are all worthy of an incredible, happy life and deserve respect, kindness, and love.

I believe anything can be cured or fixed with knowledge, support, and love.

So, thank you for stopping here. I appreciate the read or listen!

Peace and love,

Francesca

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Note: FrancescaME is not a mental health professional with a college degree in mental health. The information on this website is based on self-improvement practices FrancescaME has created and developed using her decades of experience, knowledge, and education.