Francesca

Francesca was born in Sicily and married at 16. Never went to college. Immigrated with her husband to New York and built a successful pizza business. Now retired, spends 9 months in Sicily and 3 in Florida. Runs a tight, immaculate household, meals on time. Her appearance is always manicured and stylish. Part of a large and close knit family in Sicily, she is rarely alone. Walks the beach almost every day at 7:30 am for an hour.

Lemon Quartz is said to help structure, focus and amplify thoughts and information. It is also thought to transmit energy. Because the color yellow is associated with clarity, communication and happiness, lemon quartz is believed to help balance and strengthen these aspects.

Progesterone is a steroid hormone involved in the female menstrual cycle, pregnancy and the development of the fetus. It has been observed in female animals that they have a reduced susceptibility to traumatic brain injury and it has been hypothesized that is affect is caused by increased circulating levels of estrogen and progesterone. Progesterone is currently being investigated for its potential to improve memory and cognitive ability. It also acts as an antiinflammatory agent and regulates the immune response.