by Jamie Holloway | Mar 10, 2016 | Auto-immune, Books/Music, Exhilarating People, Inspiring Nutrition, Supporting Each Other, The Magnificent Journey, Weight
Philippians 4:11-13 (amplified) “Not that I am implying that I was in any personal want, for I have learned how to be content, satisfied to the point where I am not disturbed or disquieted in whatever state I am. I know how to be abased and live humbly in straitened...
by Jamie Holloway | Feb 19, 2016 | Auto-immune, Books/Music, The Magnificent Journey
Please forgive as I write this latest blog post with my amnesia brain, Prednisone brain, and pain medicine brain all three have thrown me into a spiral that I haven’t quite wrapped my mind around just yet. This morning, after I got myself a glass with ice and...
by Jamie Holloway | Feb 18, 2016 | Auto-immune, Books/Music, Exhilarating People, Inspiring Nutrition, Supporting Each Other, The Magnificent Journey, Weight
Two weeks before I was going in for my Tracheal Stenosis surgery I read a magnificent book about journaling. “Let it Out” written by Kate Dalebout. Journaling has been a sacred connection and practice that I have been using since I started my journey with my...
by Jamie Holloway | Feb 14, 2016 | Auto-immune, The Magnificent Journey
It is now time for part three of the saga of my tracheal stenosis. My surgery Friday turned out to be more adventures and humbling than I thought it would be. First, I will start with the most humbling piece. Turns out there was a reason why God chose to make...
by Jamie Holloway | Feb 11, 2016 | Auto-immune, The Magnificent Journey
Monday, I had my pre-op appointment. That is when my nerves started getting anxious. Read the sequence of events that will be taking place. You will understand why. The Anticipated Procedure Sequence: Induction of anesthesia and initial ventilation with the...
by Jamie Holloway | Feb 4, 2016 | Auto-immune, Inspiring Nutrition, The Magnificent Journey, Weight
If you are a friend or a follower of mine on Facebook or Twitter then you know that last week I went on a new adventure. I had to find a replacement for one of the best caregivers I have had since I became sick. I’m sad to see her go, but she is on a new adventure of...
by Jamie Holloway | Jan 27, 2016 | Auto-immune, Inspiring Nutrition, The Magnificent Journey
Having several chronic illnesses along with a tracheal stenosis makes achieving wellness a challenge. It’s a struggle, but that doesn’t mean it cannot be accomplished. The last couple of weeks I have been feeling loss of what my next step is. I’m a planner and I know...
by Jamie Holloway | Dec 30, 2015 | Auto-immune, The Magnificent Journey, Weight
The last week of 2015 and I am thinking about what my intensions for 2016 will be. I find if I focus on a few words through the year and make a list of the intentions of how I want my year to go. I far better than if I just set goals. Goals are good, but goals also...
by Jamie Holloway | Dec 19, 2015 | Auto-immune, Books/Music, The Magnificent Journey
I was given an opportunity to read and give my opinion on the book “Bone Broth Elixir” by Body Superb. The last year since I learned about the health benefits on making my own bone broth I have been making it myself. I use my crockpot. It’s easy for me....
by Jamie Holloway | Dec 12, 2015 | Auto-immune, The Magnificent Journey
Thursday afternoon I had my appointment with Dr. Anderson from Anderson, Ear, Nose, and Throat to get the results of my CT scan. I think, just by how he is hesitating he is a bit nervous about the resectioning surgery. Heck, I understand, I am too. A few...
by Jamie Holloway | Dec 5, 2015 | Auto-immune, The Magnificent Journey
Despite having a big day, I am not tired. Could it be the 100 mg’s of Solumedrol that was injected into my IV before the Rituximab? Yes, it was. This morning I headed down to Legacy Salmon Creek Infusion Center to get my 6 month injection through IV infusion. This...
by Jamie Holloway | Nov 30, 2015 | Auto-immune, Exhilarating People, Inspiring Nutrition, The Magnificent Journey, Weight
I got a new device. A friend was not using his Asus tablet with windows ten, so he gave it to me. I was excited. Because I’ve been looking into getting one for myself for when I am not able to speak after my surgery. God works in mysterious ways. While...
by Jamie Holloway | Nov 20, 2015 | Auto-immune, Books/Music, The Magnificent Journey
I was given an opportunity to read a fantastic book by Elizabeth Evans called “30 Days of Hope for Strength in Chronic Illness”. Reading, I felt a deep kinship with Evans. We both suffer from some sort of “breathing” issue. Hers is CF that affects her...
by Jamie Holloway | Oct 13, 2015 | Auto-immune, The Magnificent Journey
A couple of weeks ago I received from the Arthritis Foundation the “Better Living Health Tracker” booklet they offered me for free in an email. When I ordered the tracker I wasn’t sure what I was getting. All I have to say is that I am glad that I ordered it. This...
by Jamie Holloway | Oct 10, 2015 | Auto-immune, Books/Music, The Magnificent Journey
The last couple of weeks have been crappy. First, I had a major headache, not a migraine, but a dull ache that just wouldn’t go away that attacked my entire head. It affected my quality of sleep, my dreams, and even my attitude. I had to fight hard not to be grumpy...
by Jamie Holloway | Sep 28, 2015 | Auto-immune, Books/Music, The Magnificent Journey
My neighbor gave me a book called “The Art of Sign Language Phrases” by Christopher Brown after I told him about my goal of learning sign language. I want to learn sign language in order to prepare for the possibility of losing my ability to speak with a...
by Jamie Holloway | Sep 27, 2015 | Auto-immune, Exhilarating People, The Magnificent Journey, Weight
Yes, it is that time of month where I reflect on my goals that I set for myself in September and pick new goals for October. Having surgery on the 9th set me back on a couple of my goals for the month. It seems I’m always having some sort of set back with my...
by Jamie Holloway | Sep 26, 2015 | Auto-immune, The Magnificent Journey
It is so hard to believe that September is almost over. Time seems to be flying. September has been the month that a lot of things started happening for me concerning my health. First, I had my 100th bronchoscopy and larynscopy surgery on September 9th. Currently, I...
by Jamie Holloway | Sep 23, 2015 | Auto-immune, The Magnificent Journey, Weight
September has been a tough month for me. I’ve come to the conclusion that I will not be able to complete several of my dreams to run or walk in marathons or bike a thons. My health, especially my breathing won’t allow me to walk long...
by Jamie Holloway | Sep 15, 2015 | Auto-immune, The Magnificent Journey
This weekend I stayed on my couch, watching movies, with my humidifier over my nose and mouth in order to keep from getting mucus plugs. I still sound funny breathing. I’m annoyed by it and I am positive that those who are around me are annoyed and uncomfortable with...
by Jamie Holloway | Aug 30, 2015 | Auto-immune, Books/Music, The Magnificent Journey, Weight
I read a book called “Shift for Good” by Tory Johnson. I found this book helpful, not only for weight loss, but also for the transition I am going through right now. In June, I was told I am in remission from the Vasculitis disease Wegener’s. Thankfully, the...
by Jamie Holloway | Aug 21, 2015 | Auto-immune, Books/Music, The Magnificent Journey, Weight
After my aunt passed away I learned that I had some German heritage in my blood line. Besides, I am needing more probiotic foods in my eating plan. Since the Rituxan and a couple of my other medications kill off the bacteria in my gut. This is a great way to get more...
by Jamie Holloway | Aug 19, 2015 | Auto-immune, The Magnificent Journey
I never saw myself as a warrior. Or a fighter. I was just a lady who loves Jesus, books, her family, and learning. Being thrown into the realm of chronic illness has changed my perspective. I don’t need swords, knifes, or guns or awesome ninja moves. Though those...
by Jamie Holloway | Aug 16, 2015 | Auto-immune, Exhilarating People, The Magnificent Journey
My breathing has been waning this week. It has to do with the quality of the air due to the many fires that are going around my area in Oregon and Washington. It sucks. No other words describes it. This week I have not done any exercises at all because of it. I feel...
by Jamie Holloway | Aug 16, 2015 | Auto-immune, The Magnificent Journey
The beginning of September will be another chance to learn and be part of Invisible Illness Week. I’m writing up a big post about my invisible fight. I will be opening up and letting it all out. Here is a meme to satisfy until I post the big one. 30 Things About...
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