Rashes are still healing and eyes still itchy . Started taking Vitamin K2 and had just a bit of a headache and tummy ache . Talked with Coach about my bloodwork and he gave me A+ :). Also started taking Calm Adoptogens with Ashwagandha . Started taking Five Star Omega . Stopped taking Gut Restore and Woman’s Multi Vitamin and Bee Pollen and Vitamin D . Michael had his brain surgery sooo a bit stressed . Do trust God ! Improving and Thankful !
Justine’s Journey 2022
Bloodwork said, need more Vitamin D and Vitamin B and Fish Oil – not bad :). Had some not nice uck bug . Michael adopted Reba – our new grand dog 🐶. Had issue with right upper back . In August found I have Turf Toe – ouch . The positive was the x-ray showed no arthritis and no spurs and the cartilage was good and I have great arches and Beautiful Feet :). Than had the adventure of a resorted tooth . Which means bone graft and implant . Helps were ice packs and mouth wash from Dr. and CBD Oil and Pain Cream . Pain wilts you ! Improving and Thankful !
Justine’s Journey 2023
Started with an implant . Started taking Multi Organ Complex by Paleovalley – took 2 – will take 4 a day :). First several days tummy felt a little off . Improving and Thankful !
Justine’s Journey 2024
Keep trying to eat clean :). First part of the year was buying a house/Gracie and moving :). Second part of the year was dealing with a fall . On July 8th I fell of the Kitchen Counter . Wound up with 6 stitches over my eye, a fractured shoulder, a torn Bicep, a torn Rotator Cuff and all the other un happy parts 🙃. Started PT at TOA 🙂 Dr. said, had to have surgery ! Don’t remember when we ran into Dr. Jen at the Hamery . She said, that she would help with PT 🙂 Surgery was 50 – 50 . I kept improving and Thankful !
Justine’s Journey 2025
In January decided not to have Rotator Cuff Surgery . Went to PT and kept improving :). Then the Shingles showed up the end of May on my left side – PAINFUL !!!!!!! Had the Shingles rash for about 2 months. Went back to PT for Rotator Cuff till insurance ended in September . Tis December and still have nerve pain, but the pain is a one :). Still doing my PT exercises and eating clean as can :). We are also trying to have no plastic that touches our food . Also changing to Cotton and Wool and Linen :). Improving and Thankful !
Homemade Ketchup
Homemade Ketchup
Original recipe from Internet
Equipment
- Large Pan
- Spoon
- Immersion Blender
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
- 4 Cloves Garlic Minced
- 1 Medium Onion Diced
- 36 ounces Tomatoes
- 3 Tablespoons Tomato Paste
- 1/3 Cup Honey
- 1/3 Cup Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1 Tablespoon Soy Sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon Chili Powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Powdered Ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon Ground Allspice
- 1/4 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 1 Tablespoon Salt
Instructions
- Heat a 4-quart Sauce Pot over medium high heat. Add Olive Oil and Onions, sauté until translucent, about 8 minutes. Add Garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 2 minutes.2 Tablespoons Olive Oil, 1 Medium Onion, 4 Cloves Garlic
- Add Tomatoes, Salt, Tomato Paste, Soy Sauce, and Apple Cider Vinegar. Bring to a slow boil, lower to a simmer and using a Spoon crush the whole Tomatoes. Add remaining Ingredients and continue to simmer, uncovered for 45-55 minutes, stirring occasionally, until very thick. Make sure to keep an eye on it and stir it to keep it from scorching.36 ounces Tomatoes, 3 Tablespoons Tomato Paste, 1/3 Cup Apple Cider Vinegar, 1 Tablespoon Soy Sauce, 1/2 teaspoon Chili Powder, 1/4 teaspoon Powdered Ginger, 1/4 teaspoon Ground Allspice, 1/4 teaspoon Cinnamon, 1 Tablespoon Salt
- Use an Immersion Blender to Puree the Ketchup. If you don't have an Immersion Blender, transfer it carefully to a Blender or Food Processor and process until smooth. (Optional: Strain through a fine Mesh Strainer.) Chill in rRefrigerator for at least 2 hours. Add Honey after Ketchup has cooled. The Ketchup will continue to develop flavor and thicken.1/3 Cup Honey
NOTES:)
- Keep Refrigerated in an Airtight Container up to a month.
- Sweeteners and Spices can be adjusted to taste.
- Possible flavor additions: Balsamic Vinegar Reduction, Sriracha, Roasted Garlic or Roasted Red Pepper.
Food / Nutrition
When started my journey in 2018 had tried to change my nutrition :). Doug and I are going toward eating what God has made and staying away from what man has made . We have had the adventure of going sugar free :). We are mostly process free :). When can we eat organic :). Eat 100% grass fed meats 🙂 Finding what you put into your body affects your energy, how you fell, and just your health ! ! ! Reading food labels is HUGH . What has been fun is turning your favorite recipes into healthy ones :). We are a WONDER !!!!!!!
Exercise
When I started my journey in 2018 with LT360 I have tried to walk with not much success :(. When I started Ballroom Dancing with Doug had no idea how much energy and strength and balance was needed . After 4 years tis FUN :). Along the way have had injuries . Going through PT has strengthened me ! When I stared walking 1 year and 3/4 ago I was not getting anywhere fast . I do recommend starting slow and listening to your body sooo there is not injury ! Last week in mid February 2020 I am walking 3 miles an hour :). I also do resistance bands . From my Dear physical therapist Dr. Jen – if you feel pain – STOP ! Happy Moving 🙂
Rest Peaceful Rest
When I started on my journey in 2018 with LT360 I rested about 7 hours a night . It gook around 1 year and 3/4 to get back to that . The main reason was having to get up and go . I went from 15 times a night to 1 a night 🙂 I did not give rest a high enough billing ! I still find it a struggle to stop and get to bed and up around the same times . If I don’t there is a BIG difference in how clear my mind is, the energy I have and how grumpy I am 🙂
Doug’s Honey Cookies
Doug’s Honey Cookies
Equipment
- Wooden Spoon
- Bowl
- Cookie Sheet
- saucepan
- Wax Paper or Parchment Paper
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 Cups Coconut Oil 352 grams
- 2 Cups Honey 726 grams
- 2 teaspoons Baking Soda 15 grams
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Cinnamon 7 grams
- 1 teaspoon Cloves 4 grams
- 1 teaspoon Allspice 3 grams
- 7 1/2 Cups Einkorn Flour 977 grams
Instructions
- In a Saucepan, cook Honey and Coconut Oil together until it reaches the boiling point.2 Cups Honey , 1 1/2 Cups Coconut Oil
- Whisk together Einkorn Flour, Baking Soda and Spices (heaping teaspoon) until no streaks remain.2 teaspoons Baking Soda , 1 1/2 teaspoons Cinnamon , 1 teaspoon Cloves , 7 1/2 Cups Einkorn Flour , 1 teaspoon Allspice
- Form the Dough into 4 rolls, wrap in Parchment Paper and chill thoroughly in the Refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
- Slice into 3/8 inch thick slices .
- Bake in preheated 375 Degree F oven for 9 minutes .
- Enjoy 🙂