tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-71502620063692377802024-03-13T12:25:18.406-07:00Blissful Being by Serena LucchesiBlissful Being by Serena Lucchesi in the San Francisco Bay Area: Yoga, TRE, Psoas Release, Yoga Therapeutics, Healing Yoga (Cancer Survivors). Group and private sessions available.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01209063840191371959noreply@blogger.comBlogger6125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7150262006369237780.post-2042214680151043962013-09-05T18:45:00.002-07:002013-09-10T10:03:05.762-07:00Anatomy of an Upset<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Back in the '80s I was very active in Werner Erhard's “est”
organization. I know he has received a lot of bad press. Some people like him,
others hate him. From my perspective I gained a lot of knowledge and skills
from my participation. One of the most valuable, practical, and enduring pieces
of knowledge that has helped me is the “Anatomy of an Upset.”<br />
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<b>An upset contains
one or more of these components:<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<li> <b style="text-indent: -0.25in;">An unfulfilled expectation</b><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">: You were
expecting something and that something wasn't deliver</span></li>
<li><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;"> </span><b style="text-indent: -0.25in;">A thwarted intention</b><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">: You were going to
do something or go somewhere and something, sometimes unexpected, prevented you
from doing so.</span></li>
<li><b style="text-indent: -0.25in;">An undelivered communication</b><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">: You
wanted to say something to someone but something prevented you from doing so,
and now every time you see that person the communication is sitting in your
craw. Or someone should have told you something but didn't, and had you had
that information your choice of action may have been different producing a
different outcome.</span></li>
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The next time you feel upset check to see if the Anatomy
helps you identify exactly the source of that upset. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><u>A Personal
Example<o:p></o:p></u></b></div>
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On Tuesday, June 25<sup>th</sup>, I had my annual
mammogram. On Wednesday, June 26<sup>th</sup>, they called me back to schedule
another mammogram. This was my first callback in 6 years after having been
diagnosed and treated for DCIS (ductile carcinoma in-situ), a form of breast
cancer.<br />
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<i>Anatomy: Unfulfilled expectation of a negative
report.</i> <br />
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Friday, June 28<sup>th</sup>, I went in for the mammogram, after which the
radiologist recommended an ultrasound. "Uh oh, I don't like the way this
is going," I said to the technician. And then the request for an immediate
biopsy put me into a full spin; fear and upset. <o:p></o:p></div>
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What has been the most difficult trial is The Wait. Everyone
who has had a diagnosis of some importance has gone through The Wait. Waiting
for the results from the pathology lab.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The biopsy was done on Friday, June 28<sup>th</sup>, and
from that day to the following Monday seemed like forever. My physician called
me with the results: invasive carcinoma, and I felt as if my stomach flipped
over.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Dr. Laura Esserman is the surgical oncologist who treated
me in 2004 for DCIS, and I called UCSF immediately to set up an appointment.
"Sorry, Dr. Esserman is on vacation until July 31<sup>st</sup>.”<br />
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My heart sank. It felt like a blow to my already sensitized body. "May I
see her associate, Dr. Ewing?" They replied that I needed to get copies of
my mammogram to them and they would review the materials first. I arranged for
all of this. <br />
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They were sent to the wrong address. <i>Thwarted
intention! <br />
<br />
</i>Sent out again to right address. No word from UCSF. Follow up phone call,
"Have you received the mammogram report?" "Yes, but they didn't
send the biopsy pathology report and slides." "You didn't ask for
them so I didn't know to ask them to send them to you." <i>Undelivered communication! <br />
<br />
</i>"Well, we need them before we can decide if you should see Dr. Ewing,
because once you see her, you can never return to Dr. Esserman." I think
at that point I didn't care who I saw. My anxiety was building because I had no
idea how invasive the carcinoma was. I had no plan of what was to come; I was
out of control. Finally all the
pertinent information arrived at UCSF and after the powers that be went over my
medical records and deliberated, it was decided that it was best that I wait
for Dr. Esserman. More waiting. More anxiety. <o:p></o:p></div>
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I had come to my own conclusion that I did not ever want
to go through mammogram anxiety again. You know, it’s a routine thing but there
is always a small amount of anxiety attached until you receive the diagnosis.
So I had decided on my own that I would tell Dr. Esserman I would have a double
mastectomy and be done with it! I would have lovely perky breasts out of this
ordeal. <o:p></o:p></div>
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During my consultation with Dr. Esserman she assured me
that we had caught the cancer early and she recommended performing a lumpectomy
with intraoperative radiation. That by radiating directly into the tumor site
that it would most likely not necessitate having a mastectomy. She indicated that
a mastectomy would be like using a tank to kill an ant. And although I agreed
with her to proceed as she suggested, I was disappointed to not have a
mastectomy. <i>Thwarted intention! <o:p></o:p></i></div>
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We set the date for surgery Tuesday, Sept. 17th at <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_2015242928" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ">11 am</span></span>. If the
pathology report from this procedure indicates that further radiation is called
for, that I should do a 5 times a week for 3 weeks series of radiation, then I
have the option to choose a mastectomy instead.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Somehow having that option available has been comforting.<o:p></o:p></div>
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I know that every woman who has had a diagnosis of breast
cancer can relate to my story. And the sad part of this is that it is not
unusual. Some staggering statistics can be found at the site <a href="http://breastcancer.org/">breastcancer.org</a>.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01209063840191371959noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7150262006369237780.post-16533210385495781352013-07-26T09:38:00.000-07:002013-07-26T09:38:03.959-07:00Yoga Journal Announcement for August 6th<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I like to think that I am open to life's surprises, and
the last several months have been filled with some surprisingly wonderful
unexpected experiences. <o:p></o:p></div>
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In March I received an invitation from Yoga Journal to
audition for a photo shoot; Reply "yes, I am intrigued," then more
information will follow. I was hesitant because in this day of scams, where I
have received e-mails supposedly from a dear friend stuck in London under dire
circumstances, asking me to wire money to her, I immediately checked out a
current edition of the magazine to see if the person contacting me was listed. <o:p></o:p></div>
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I was gratified when I found the name listed among the contributing editors.
Although it could have been someone using an identity that wasn't their own, I
decided to reply to the invitation anyway. If there was a request for money
from me, I would decline and get myself out of the exchange. Much to my relief
the invitation was legitimate. I was flabbergasted when, after fulfilling all
the requirements of the audition and what seemed like an interminable wait, I
received news that I had been chosen to model 6 poses plus a lifestyle shot for
Yoga Journals’ upcoming September 2013 issue, whichwill be released for sale on
August 6. Look for it in the magazine
racks or go online to <a href="http://www.yogajournal.com/"><span style="color: #0000e9;">http://www.yogajournal.com/</span></a>.<br />
<o:p></o:p></div>
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The photo shoot was a wonderful experience. Back in
the day, (as they say) I was a hair model, and although I am short, I had the opportunity
to do a runway show for a friend who was a student at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC);<span class="st"> so one </span>of my guilty pleasures has been watching America's
Next Top Model. Although I can live without all the drama the producers think
is essential, I do like to watch each participant's transformation and what
they go through for each photo shoot challenge. And so I felt somewhat prepared
when I came to the job. <br />
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I arrived with no expectations, open to however these people worked.
Make-up/hair stylist, clothing stylist, Art Director, Managing Editor,
Photographer and his assistant, all working together easily. I was thrilled
they had clothes that fit and did not need altering, Modeling is work, no doubt
about it, but it is fun work, and if ever invited again, without hesitation I
would say yes immediately. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Please do me the honor of checking out the September issue
of Yoga Journal. I’ll even autograph your copy (wink, wink).<o:p></o:p></div>
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Warmly,<br />
Serena <o:p></o:p></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01209063840191371959noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7150262006369237780.post-37720532734624613672013-07-08T12:10:00.000-07:002013-07-08T12:10:25.947-07:00Metta* from Maha**<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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*Metta is unconditional love. Kindness.
A powerful feeling of wishing well towards yourself and others.</div>
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**Maha: In Indian, Maha can refer to
"great."<o:p></o:p></div>
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My friend and I went to our favorite Thai vegetarian
restaurant the other day. It's located in a strip mall with the bay right
across the road. When you walk into the space it feels tranquil; the
understated decorations support the vibration of peace.<o:p></o:p></div>
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We have eaten there several times now and are recognized by
the people who work there; we feel pampered by them. The food served there is
not only flavorful to the palate but also beautifully presented, a gift for the
eyes. One of my favorite desserts is the Mango Sticky Rice which is presented
in the form of a fish (as shown in the image for this blog post.) There is care
to detail and taste, and I feel nurtured after eating this food.<o:p></o:p></div>
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On this particular visit, as we were served our food the
waiter told us the chef gave us large portions because he overheard me say how
hungry I was, having just come in from teaching a yoga class. We were finishing
our lunch when the chef came out from the kitchen to see how we liked what
we ordered, which we found to be delicious. He looked much younger than his stated
age, which is somewhere in his forties as I recall. <o:p></o:p></div>
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He introduced himself as Maha, and as we began conversing I
was surprised to learn he had been a Buddhist monk for 17 years starting at the
age of 7. When he disrobed (the terminology for leaving the monastery) he had
no skills to earn a living, so he learned how to cook. He knew he wanted to see
the United States and has travelled around, even living in Florida for several
years. He told us how while in the kitchen he sometimes meditates as he is preparing
and cooking to help keep himself calm and centered. <o:p></o:p></div>
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It occurred to me that perhaps his meditations infused the
food with unconditional love, kindness; that it contained feelings of well
wishes that nurtured my soul as well as my belly; that the food we were served
was filled with metta and that is why we found it so satisfying.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Since that meal, I have consciously tried to fill my classes
with metta; to create an environment in which my students experience
unconditional love and kindness; a powerful feeling of wishing well towards
myself and others. <o:p></o:p></div>
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May I have the privilege of your presence as we practice
yoga together.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Aumn Shanti,<o:p></o:p></div>
<br />
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Serena<o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="font-family: Comic Sans MS;">How to Do Metta Meditation<br />
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You can do this easy meditation technique as you read the
instructions below. It should take no more than 15 minutes.<br />
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Sit comfortably upright but not rigid in your chair- away from the
backrest if you can. You need to be close enough to the computer
screen so you can easily read.<br />
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Now place your attention on your breathing. Follow the air flowing
through your nostrils right into your lungs. Do this for a few
breaths....<br />
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Next place your attention in the center of your chest -around your
heart. Rest here for a few minutes...<br />
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Now recall a time when you felt loved. Unconditionally. Recall how
this felt and rest with this feeling. If you can't remember such
an experience then just imagine receiving unconditional love. It
works just as well. Rest with this feeling for a few minutes....<br />
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Next say these words in your mind...<br />
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May I be happy<br />
May I be well<br />
May I be at peace<br />
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Next think of someone you love. Someone very close to you. Then
say to yourself...<br />
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May he/she be happy<br />
May he/she be well<br />
May he/she be at peace<br />
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Next picture someone you feel neutral about.<br />
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May he/she be happy<br />
May he/she be well<br />
May he she be at peace<br />
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Now someone you dislike. But not too much!<br />
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May he/she be happy<br />
May he/she be well<br />
May he/she be at peace<br />
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Then allow this feeling to radiate out further<br />
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To anyone in the room with you....<br />
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May they be happy<br />
May they be well<br />
May they be at peace<br />
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To everyone in your building, suburb, county or state...<br />
<br />
May they be happy<br />
May they be well<br />
May they be at peace<br />
<br />
... and finally to everyone and everything in the world<br />
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May they be happy<br />
May they be well<br />
May they be at peace<br />
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Now just sit and be still for a few minutes. Rest in any feelings
of loving-kindness that you feel.<br />
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Then just allow yourself to feel little gratitude. No need to
force it. Allow that feeling of gratitude to expand...... to
slowly fill up your whole body....the whole room....the
county.....the world...the universe.<span class="HOEnZb"><span style="color: #888888;"><br /></span></span></span></div>
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There's a lot of buzz about the psoas muscle, and yet most
of us don't know what it is, where it is, or what it does. Join me for this informative, experiential, relaxing, (and fun!) workshop this Saturday, June 22nd at the Peninsula Jewish Community Center (PJCC) in Foster City. <br />
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Here's a bit of background information. Don't worry -- you won't be quizzed.<br />
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<b>Anatomy of the "Muscle of The Soul"</b> </div>
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The psoas is approximately 16-inches long and links your
spine to your legs. </div>
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There are two psoas muscles, the psoas major and the psoas
minor. For the sake of clarity and brevity and without giving too detailed of an
anatomy lesson here, I'll address the psoas major.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Let's start with where it is in your body and
why it such an important part of you.</div>
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This mighty muscle attaches at your Thoracic 12 (think of
your bottom most ribs) and out of your Lumbar 1.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>According to Liz Koch, author of <a href="http://amzn.to/10vd6c0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><i>The Psoas Book</i></a> and with whom I have studied, the psoas major traverses from the spine,
through the pelvic basin, over the ball and socket hip joints, into the lesser
trochanter of the femur bones and that's how it links the spine to the legs.<br />
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You will learn how to locate and sense this muscle for yourself.<br />
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<b>Find Your REAL "Core"</b> </div>
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While we may not think about these parts of the body very
often, one part that we do hear referenced often is our core. While we tend to picture this
as a rigid "6-pack" of muscles in the abdominal area, our REAL core
is something much more.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>A true strong
core actually stems from the spinal vertebra's weight-bearing ability, and this
this is reflected in a healthy, powerful, and resilient core. </div>
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The function of the psoas in a strong core is not to
muscularly support, but to provide information and feedback. Part of it is
located in the belly area near the solar plexus, and it is often called the
muscle of the soul by the Taoist.<br />
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<b>Why Awareness of The Psoas Is Important To Your Well-Being</b> </div>
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Our modern society's current style of work, transport, and
recreation, most often involves a great deal of sitting which leads to a
contracted psoas muscle. After a while the body thinks this is a normal position,
but this abnormal posture ends up resulting in lower back pain, sciatica, hip
dysfunction, and even the common ailment of tight shoulders. </div>
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Awareness and attention to the role of this important muscle and it's interaction with the
pelvis, hips, and legs and how it affects the whole body can help bring about more ease and less pain.<br />
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<b>Don't Miss Out!</b> <br />
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All of my psoas workshops this month have been fully attended, but you have the opportunity to secure a space in the last of these workshops for this quarter. I encourage you to book soon. <b>Pre-registration by phone is required.</b> Here are the details:</div>
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Many times in class, I've mentioned the green soup that I make each morning and enjoy before I start my day. I'm finally sharing my recipe here with my students and anyone else who may come across this post.<br />
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<u>So, why Green Soup? </u><br />
<ul>
<li>It's loaded with vitamins, minerals, and fiber -- all of those great things that we are all trying to integrate more of into our daily lives.</li>
<li>Quick way to easily get your 2-3 daily servings of vegetables. </li>
<li>Pure unprocessed source of vital energy in the morning. </li>
<li>A lot easier and more convenient to make than you may imagine</li>
</ul>
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The plan: Make a large pot. Keep what you need for the week, and freeze the rest.<br />
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<u>What you need to get started: </u><br />
<ul>
<li>A 4-gallon stock pot </li>
<li>A Blender </li>
<li>Your choice of a variety of leafy green vegetables such as kale, chard, spinach, mustard greens, cabbage, collard greens, and bok choy, and a handful of parsley, along with carrots, onions, and celery. Also have a lemon peel nearby to zest for flavor and as a preservative.</li>
<li><a href="http://amzn.to/10hk8Pu" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Better Than Bouillon vegetarian base</a></li>
<li>About 4 quarts of water</li>
</ul>
<u>Time to Make the Soup:</u><br />
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<ol>
<li>Slice or break up into pieces, just enough to make it easy on your blender, each of your selected veggies.</li>
<li>Place the vegetables into the pot with the water and bouillon base to taste (I use about 3-4 tablespoons). Turn the heat up to high, bringing it just to a boil, then turn down the heat to a slow simmer. Cook covered with lid slightly askew to allow steam to escape, until vegetables are soft, about two hours.</li>
<li>Let it cool to handle.</li>
<li>Start ladling into your blender* (or use an immersion blender). <span class="st">Purée. This is now your base soup, which can be enhanced by adding variety with nuts, yogurt (I added a dollop of Greek yogurt in the photo shown above), <a href="http://amzn.to/14pHra0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Indian sprinkles</a>, curry, Italian herbs and seasonings, </span><span class="st"><span class="st">sautéed</span> garlic, or whatever you heart desires. </span></li>
<li><span class="st">Enjoy. Freeze any portion that you won't use over the next few days. </span></li>
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<span class="st">* if you leave it a little bit chunky, you'll have more of a sauce that you can ladle on top of poached chicken or noodles, for example. </span><br />
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Thanks for stopping by. Let me know how this recipe goes for you, and please feel free to share it. Here's to your health!<br />
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Stop in again soon for more interesting topics supporting your pursuit of well-being. <br />
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