by Jamie Chases Butterflies | Mar 9, 2016 | The Magnificent Journey, Weight
We all want a quick fix & solution to our weight issues. I know I do. I hate to be the bearer of bad news. There isn’t one. Not even bariatric surgery is a quick fix. “Weight loss surgery does not cure obesity. It is a tool that helps you lose weight when combined...
by Jamie Holloway | Mar 2, 2016 | The Magnificent Journey
Men’s health is just as important as Women’s health. In a million years I never thought I would be discussing men and their testicles. Even though I am a bit embarrassed about talking about this, I know it is just as important for men to take care of their...
by Jamie Holloway | Feb 23, 2016 | Books/Music, The Magnificent Journey
Before going into the hospital I was offered a chance to read “The Wait” by Devon Franklin and Meagan Good. I have never heard of Franklin or Good, but I have seen some of the movies that Good has been in. I had some preconceived notions when I picked up this...
by Jamie Holloway | Feb 20, 2016 | Books/Music, Exhilarating People, The Magnificent Journey
I don’t usually gush over novels, but in this case I am going to. “Come to the Garden” by Jennifer Wilder Morgan came into my life just at the perfect time. It talked about possible, worship, and being open, it had all the focus words that I wanted my 2016 to...
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 17, 2016 | The Magnificent Journey
Chronic illness is part of my life; on top of having Rheumatoid Arthritis and Wegener’s Granulomatosis, I also have diabetes. When I started taking prednisone for my WG and RA I had to become more aware of my blood sugars. Prednisone increases blood sugars and I was...
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 9, 2016 | The Magnificent Journey
Breathing one of the most important human thing that we do. Oxygen allows us to live. Oxygen allows us to move our bodies. We cannot do anything without oxygen, without breathing. Read Genesis 2:7, Then the Lord God formed man from the dust of the ground and...
by Jamie Holloway | Feb 6, 2016 | Books/Music
I was given the opportunity to read two great books by a husband and wife team. “50 Ways to Yay! By Alexi Panos and “Love Louder” by Preston Smiles. Rocking at life is no easy accomplishment. Like you, I struggle with making choices and living the best life I can....
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 Chases Butterflies | Feb 3, 2016 | The Magnificent Journey
What do you know about blood pressure? Most American’s are blind to how common high blood pressure is. It affects everyone, men, women, children, and teenagers. One of the numbers that count when you go to the doctor is blood pressure. It’s important to...
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 | Jan 23, 2016 | The Magnificent Journey
I have to admit something. I’m struggling with peace, especially concerning my health. The beginning of 2016 began with frustration, irritation, sickness, changes, and wondering what is possible for me. I’m frustrated and irritated because I still have not heard back...
by Jamie Holloway | Jan 15, 2016 | The Magnificent Journey
A couple of weeks ago I saw the video of Dianne Bondy doing yoga in this video. What makes this so inspiring to me is that Dianne is a large woman, just like me, but unlike me she is strong and flexible. For a long time, I have felt so uninspired about moving my body....
by Jamie Holloway | Jan 7, 2016 | Inspiring Nutrition, The Magnificent Journey, Weight
I am struggling writing this post. Because it requires me to open up and dive deep into a subject that I am afraid of. Emotions. When I am afraid, I don’t run, I face it head on. That is what I have done with my illnesses, my narrowing trachea, and even the many...
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 22, 2015 | The Magnificent Journey
Christmas is upon us again. As I am sitting typing this post up, I am reminded of all the blessings I have had this year. 2015 was an adventure. 2015, started off with a big blessing. I got my trach removed. I first got my trach inserted in December 2011...
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 28, 2015 | The Magnificent Journey, Weight
Another month has hit the dust. Wow, can you believe that 2016 will be upon on us in one month? I enjoyed November. I met a new friend. I started the process towards my throat resectioning. I made a decision about exercise that was hard to come to. Since,...
by Jamie Holloway | Nov 26, 2015 | The Magnificent Journey
Thanksgiving is here. Time seems to flying fast. November has been an amazing month for me. I saw Dr. Anderson where I am scheduled for my CT scan on December first. He trusts my opinion about my health and believes me when I tell him I am ready for the next leg of my...
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