by Jamie Holloway | Jun 18, 2014 | Books/Music, The Magnificent Journey
“Chocolatherapy” by Karen Scalf Linamen was a book I picked up for free from Amazon when it was offered a couple of months back. I loved the title. That was what attracted me to this book. Linamen discusses emotional eating, which is something I am guilty of...
by Jamie Holloway | Jun 17, 2014 | Auto-immune, Exhilarating People, Inspiring Nutrition, The Magnificent Journey, Weight
It is time for another update on my progress. I had my infusion on June 5th and I am beginning to feel like myself again. I no longer feel the need to sleep all day. I feel rested. I knew from my previous experiences with Rituximab that it would be about a week...
by Jamie Holloway | Jun 16, 2014 | Books/Music, The Magnificent Journey
I love bread. So when “Bread Revolution” by Peter Reinhart became available to read. I knew I had to read it. I’ve never made bread before. Yes, I have made sweet breads such as banana bread, but I never kneaded bread and made it into a big pile of dough. I was...
by Jamie Holloway | Jun 12, 2014 | Books/Music, The Magnificent Journey
It is amazing how God orchestrates things to happen when you are ready. I realize that as I had “Praying God’s Word: Breaking Free From Spiritual Strongholds” by Beth Moore in my Kindle for quite some time. A few months ago I took advantage of when Beth Moore...
by Jamie Holloway | Jun 12, 2014 | The Magnificent Journey
I have a question for my readers. Read the verse below: Proverbs 19:20 Hear counsel, receive instruction, and accept correction that you may be wise in the time to come. I would like to know what does wise counsel, receiving instruction, and accepting...
by Jamie Holloway | Jun 11, 2014 | Books/Music, Exhilarating People, The Magnificent Journey
West from Home by Laura Ingalls Wilder illustrates why I love her so much. Her writing is like eating a delicate home cooked meal that soothes the soul. This book is about the time in the summer and fall of 1915 when she went to San Francisco to visit her...
by Jamie Holloway | Jun 10, 2014 | Books/Music, The Magnificent Journey
Women, Food, and Desire by Alexandra Jamieson are a book of discovery. I have been in an emotional slump and this book guided me to many helpful tips about following my passion and abilities so that I can make better choices for me. I like that. There were some...
by Jamie Holloway | Jun 9, 2014 | Auto-immune, Books/Music, The Magnificent Journey, Weight
I hope everyone enjoyed their weekend. I rested this weekend. I slept a lot. I can only count on my hand the amount of hours I have actually been awake. The rest of the time I was sleeping. Being tired is one of the effects that I get from the Rituximab infusion...
by Jamie Holloway | Jun 7, 2014 | Books/Music, The Magnificent Journey
“Change Before You Have To” by Rob Ketterling reflects on what changing is. Change is difficult, but it is also a blessing. I struggle with change. For me, I know that I must change in a lot of ways. The needs I need to change is how I move my body and nourish...
by Jamie Holloway | Jun 6, 2014 | Auto-immune, Exhilarating People, Inspiring Nutrition, The Magnificent Journey, Weight
I told God that I wanted more adventures in my life for my 40th birthday. Boy, has He sure answered that request. I went to Voodoo Doughnuts with some friends. Then I got the letter from Peace Healing informing me that I needed to be tested for Hepatitis C....
by Jamie Holloway | Jun 3, 2014 | Books/Music, The Magnificent Journey
“A Heart like His” by Beth Moore is a comprehensive study on the life of David. All I have to say is after reading the life of David I am thankful for my family. There is family drama galore in the life of David. From him running from Saul who is sometimes...
by Jamie Holloway | Jun 2, 2014 | Books/Music, The Magnificent Journey
A few months ago I had the opportunity to download “A Confident Heart” by Renee Swope that was being offered for free on Amazon. I’m so glad that I took advantage of this opportunity. In “A Confident Heart” Renee speaks about doubt and how it affects the...
by Jamie Holloway | May 31, 2014 | Auto-immune, The Magnificent Journey
I woke in a good mood yesterday morning. I was ready to face the day. I planned on going to the grocery store and buying the items I need. Then come home and watch The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smag. I was looking forward to watching this movie. Instead at 10...
by Jamie Holloway | May 30, 2014 | Books/Music, The Magnificent Journey
Reading “Utmost” by Oswald Chambers was like going back to my past and sitting with my father and listening to him read to us Oswald Chambers book. My dad loved Oswald Chambers. If you want to dive deeper into Jesus and his word then Oswald Chambers is the guy...
by Jamie Holloway | May 29, 2014 | Auto-immune, The Magnificent Journey
I have been thinking about the word possible the last few days. I had a dream, I know I sound like Martin Luther King, but I promise that is not where I am heading. My dream: I was standing at a podium, ready to give a speech to a big crowd. I was talking about...
by Jamie Holloway | May 28, 2014 | Books/Music, The Magnificent Journey
Who knew there was so many ways to use Greek yogurt. “The Greek Yogurt Kitchen” by Toby Amidor shared many recipes and ideas for Greek yogurt even how to make your own yogurt. One of my favorite ways was using it instead of butter for bread...
by Jamie Holloway | May 24, 2014 | Books/Music, Exhilarating People, The Magnificent Journey
What does being a Jesus hearted woman look like? I had no idea until I read Jodi Detrick’s book “The Jesus Hearted Woman”. I was given the opportunity to read this amazing book through Edelweiss. Leadership is a struggle I face. I know what leadership doesn’t...
by Jamie Holloway | May 23, 2014 | Exhilarating People, The Magnificent Journey
Relationships I value a lot. My friendship with Summer and Karen from Exclaim Media has sustained me through many difficult moments. I love sitting and talking with these lovely ladies. The laughter and the conversation are always enjoyable. So I was excited...
by Jamie Holloway | May 22, 2014 | Exhilarating People, The Magnificent Journey
While looking through pictures trying to find a great picture to represent how I felt for my 40th birthday. I came across one that threw me for a loop. This picture was taken on December 8, 2011 as I lay in the ICU after going through surgery. This surgery ended up...
by Jamie Holloway | May 21, 2014 | Books/Music, Exhilarating People, The Magnificent Journey
Little House on the Prairie gave my heart joy as I read them when I was a young girl. So when I found the Laura Ingalls Wilder biography I knew I needed to read it. Just my luck a copy of this book was on the giveaway table. Reading about Laura’s life with her...
by Jamie Holloway | May 20, 2014 | The Magnificent Journey
Proverbs 19:21 Many plans are in a man’s mind, but it is the Lord’s purpose for him that will stand. The rain is falling as I am sitting on my bed typing this. I love the rain. The way it quenches the earth’s thirst satisfies my soul. The last 4 years I have...
by Jamie Holloway | May 19, 2014 | The Magnificent Journey
I love cookbooks. I know, I have said this many times on my blog. That is why I read them a lot. I love being inspired to cook healthy meals for myself and perhaps someday for my own family. “The Whole Life Nutrition Cookbook” by Tom Malterre and Alissa...
by Jamie Holloway | May 18, 2014 | Books/Music, The Magnificent Journey
Selah by Betty Henderson was a bible study on a few of the Psalms written by David. I thoroughly enjoyed reading the scriptures and thinking on the questions that were asked at the end of each reading. Psalms 37 touched a nerve with me. The first verse says...
by Jamie Holloway | May 17, 2014 | Books/Music, The Magnificent Journey
“Embrace Your Magnificence” by Fabienne Fredrickson is a book full of wisdom. The few things I got from reading this book was taking time to listen to my own voice and trust God that I will be lead to where I need to go. I have a hard time trusting my voice...
by Jamie Holloway | May 16, 2014 | Auto-immune, Exhilarating People, The Magnificent Journey
Health is the greatest possession. Contentment is the greatest treasure. Confidence is the greatest friend. Lao Tzu Health, you never know how much it means to until you don’t have it anymore? I like what Lao Tzu says “Health is the greatest possession.” Without...