Just Janelle Marie

Extraordinary Places. Remarkable People. Unexpected Connections.

Some journeys cross oceans. Others begin with a song, a conversation, or a chance encounter close to home.

The extraordinary people, remarkable places, and unexpected connections along the way make every experience worth remembering—and sharing.

Explore the Journey

Published Works

A collection of published articles, interviews, and reflections on music, people, and experiences worth sharing.

Travel, Music & Cultural Experiences

From faraway destinations to conversations close to home, explore the music, cultures, remarkable people, and unexpected discoveries that make life interesting.

YDB Global Healthcare Solutions

Connecting healthcare professionals worldwide through medical coding education, mentorship, and strategic alliances.

Why Just Janelle Marie?

What's in a name? Sometimes a whole lot of life's detours—and a little inspiration from an old television show!

For years, whenever I called someone, I'd simply say, “It's just Janelle.” Eventually, those three words became part of an identity that was entirely my own.

After a few of life's unexpected twists and turns, I decided it was time to simplify things and embrace a name that felt right—just Janelle Marie.

After all, wasn't That Girl Ann Marie?

And with that, Just Janelle Marie came to be.

A little independence, a little humor, and a whole lot of life still waiting to happen.

Photo Gallery

Illustration by Meghan Jarrard

Here I am - thinking, imagining, and working to solve a puzzle - a cause I am committed to. More details at under Prek Toal and The Pontoon Summit.
May each day greet us with a little more kindness and a little more compassion to share throughout the world.

Anyone interested in helping to fund school transportation for children in the floating village of Prek Toal, Cambodia can send contributions directly to
Father Totet at: totetbattambang@gmail.com or message me