Jessica Rae Huff

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Our daughter and the other littles suffering from PMMTI cancer in infants need our help!

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Click here to support Victory for Vayda organized by Shareen Korndoerfer Shareen Korndoerfer Victory for Vayda Every parent's worst nightmare is finding out their perfectly healthy child is all of a sudden faced with something that

As independent as we are, today I realized that it’s okay to give in, let the guard down, and let others help. Especially when it’s coming from a place of love and compassion. ⁣
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To those of you that have been so gracious to contribute, shared to get the word out, or have just shared kind words... we thank you, from the bottom of our hearts. Thank you Shareen for not taking no for an answer. Thank you Mom for opening my heart and mind. ⁣
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Please continue to share and spread the word. Vayda deserves the absolute best care there is to offer and we intend to give that to her no matter what. We appreciate each of you more than words can describe.⁣
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Click here to support Victory for Vayda organized by Shareen Korndoerfer Shareen Korndoerfer Victory for Vayda Every parent's worst nightmare is finding out their perfectly healthy child is all of a sudden faced with something that

Happy V post nap with some cold black beans/beets/bananas ✨😝💓

We haven’t shared openly about what’s happening with our little Vayda because we wanted to focus on her within our own hearts, minds and home.

On May 9th, Vayda went in for surgery to remove a bump on her head that doctors thought was a hematoma that was not reabsorbing on its own. However, when they went to remove it, it wasn’t a hematoma at all. We waited a grueling week to get the news that what they removed was actually a benign tumor. The surgeon and pathologist decided that because what they found was so extraordinarily rare, they were sending the tumor to the Texas Children’s Hospital. Another 2 weeks went by and her surgeon called with discouraging news.

Vayda’s tumor was diagnosed as PMMTI or Primitive Myxoid Mesenchymal Tumor of Infancy. Approximately only 20 cases reported worldwide. Because the surgical team wasn’t aware at the time of removal that the tissue was in fact a tumor, there is a possibility that the entire tumor was not removed.

We have a few options we have to consider for Vayda and her future. Her surgeon, Dr. Pak, has been so incredible throughout this process. He advised us to keep in mind that because it’s rare, doesn’t mean it’s the end of the world. The silver lining of PMMTI is that it grows extraordinarily slow. Because it’s located on the top of her head, it can be monitored easily and closely. He also said that the rarity is nerve wracking, however, the likely outcomes are excellent.

We have so much on our plates right now and our girls are our number 1. We just ask for prayers, positive vibes and thoughts for little V during this time.

Vayda is the happiest, silliest, strongest little squish. You’d never know she had surgery or had anything going on in the slightest.

Thank you for thinking of her.

Thunderstorms and thoughts today. Staring at my snake plant that got a little beat up during our move to Charleston (stay strong buddy). I have been on a social media hiatus, but not on purpose. Our move from Georgia to South Carolina came quick, Grayce is a 1st grader and Vayda had surgery. Life is crazy. In the middle of unpacking and being momma, I figured I’d drop in and say hi 👋🏻☺️

And just like that... Kindergarten is over! What a beautiful phase of her life to watch unfold ✨ Grayce has grown so much since the beginning of the school year, I can’t see what’s next 🌻

Taco Tuesday plant based style 🍠🌿🍅

Sweet potato + black bean tacos with grape tomatoes, avocado, cilantro + lime🌮

Slight delay because life is nuts, but our Vayda Rose is 7 months young. With 2 beautiful little teeth. She’s decided that, so far, crawling is for the birds and she’ll roll wherever she needs to go. Picking up her food on her own is very exciting and she is trying to be in control already . Her smile is getting bigger everyday and her legs never stop kicking. We are so lucky to have you and grateful you’ve joined this adventure with us. Love you forever baby V ✨🌹

Jackfruit is mesmerizing. This is 100% vegan.... WHAT?! The most untraditional Easter meal I’ve ever had and I loved every bite 😋⁣
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Jackfruit sliders aka vegan’s pulled pork. With pickles and red cabbage slaw (soy free vegenaise /ACV base).⁣
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Another vegan alternative to take over 🤙🏻

Spur of the moment adventure to Charleston ✨⁣
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Time to embrace this beautiful city with open arms 😉⁣

Breakfast made simple ✨⁣
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Fresh lime juice on papaya is a game changer! I’m not super fond of papaya unless it’s in my smoothies... until recently😏 Thank you 🙏🏻⁣
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Papaya is one of the most nutrient dense and healing fruits ON THE PLANET 🌎 ⁣
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Healing, soothing, cleansing, anti-viral, anti-inflammatory 🙌🏻⁣
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Papayas high nutrient value provides the body with all the essential vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, protein, and essential fatty acids it needs to rebuild muscles, tissues, bones and organs.⁣
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High in beta carotene, vitamins C + A, and minerals like calcium, phosphorus, potassium, + iron. Insane fruit for helping to heal any type of digestive disorder! It’s soothing and cleaning effect gently removes toxic debris while decreasing swelling and inflammation. ⁣
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If consumed regularly, papaya will greatly improve SKIN, HAIR, NAILS, and even keep our eyes bright and clear. ⁣
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AND the seeds are an excellent digestive aid. They taste peppery when eaten. I’ll scoop seeds into my smoothies, but if I’m eating papaya plain, I’ll only eat one spoonful of seeds and toss/save the rest. ⁣
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Also, how amazing is that spoon?! 💀✨

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What makes a woman and a mother feel sexy isn’t always what you’d think. For me personally, it isn’t a full face of makeup and hair done to perfection or sexy high heels (not that those things don’t contribute). Although, if I knew how to do my make up and could stand heels for more than a couple hours, maybe I could add that to my list 🙈⁣
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I feel sexiest when I’m confident in my skin... no matter how I look (surface level) that day. I try to have that sexiness come from within. When my hair feels good, but may be a hot mess like in this photo. When my skin is glowing because I know I’m trying to take care of my body from inside out. When the clothes on my body feel good AND look good to me... Motherhood has taught me that life is too short to be uncomfortable 😂🤙🏻⁣
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Embrace your version of sexy and confidence however you see fit 😘

Not your average vegetable soup 🤘🏻🥦⁣
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After our Saturday involving tequila (it’s been a while), Monday called for detox soup. Jeff makes this “mean green detox soup” and it feels like a magical mind, body and soul cleansing meal 🍃⁣
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Based on a recipe:::⁣
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2 tablespoons olive oil⁣
2 leeks halved + sliced⁣
6 carrots chopped⁣
4 cloves garlic minced or grated⁣
1 inch piece of ginger⁣
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper⁣
2 quarts low sodium vegetable broth⁣
1/4 cup coconut aminos ⁣
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar⁣
1 cup green lentils⁣
6 cups roughly torn kale⁣
4 cups broccoli florets⁣
1/2 head purple cabbage shredded⁣
zest + juice of 1 lemon⁣
1/4 cup fresh parsley and cilantro⁣
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*Add ingredients in order✨🌿

I’ve always been a cilantro on everything type, but I’ve trying to incorporate more parsley for its healing powers and alkalizing abilities 🌿✨⁣
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Though it could technically be grouped with the other aromatic herbs, parsley is in a class of its own because of its skill at alkalizing all the body systems. You’ve no doubt heard of the concept of body acidity and alkalinity—that when the body becomes acidic, disease can occur. Well, wherever parsley is sold, it should come with a sign that says, “Fights acidosis more than anything else.” Normally, alkalizing foods only have the ability to promote alkalinity in one or two body systems, so other systems can remain acidic. Used appropriately and on a regular basis, parsley can alkalize the entire body, crossing body systems and driving out acidity across the board. ✌🏻⁣
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✨ All info ✨⁣
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Mango. Papaya. Banana. Spirulina. Smoothie Bowl. Vayda loved it. I loved it. We all loved it. Just another way to get my favorite vitamin in 😋 ⁣
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All the flavors 👐🏻 sweet potatoes stuffed with seasoned black beans, cherry tomatoes, 1/2 avocado, cilantro and love🙃 ⁣
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Again, simplicity.

Vayda has discovered the comfort of sleeping on her belly. I envy her! If I sleep on my stomach I wake up in a world of pain . But look at her in this little watermelon jumper 😩🍉 We’re summer ready 🌴🌞

My husband y’all 😩👏🏻 He just made me this rainbow sandwich and its giving me LIFE right now. Of course it has all of my favorite (+healing) ingredients too 🌈⁣
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Thank you ⁣
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👉🏻👉🏻black bean burger, spinach, arugula, red onion, tomato off the vine (anyone else sit in the store and smell these? No? Just us? Okay 🍅😂), avocado, clean/soy free vegan mayo, sprouted grain bread 👌🏻🍃🥑🍅🥬🌈

Admiring my daughters while Vayda falls asleep on the changing table and Grayce watches over her... these moments are everything ✨ ⁣
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Give me some sweet potatoes, kale, onion, black beans and avocado and I’m a happy girl 🍠🥑 my weekly go to 👀⁣
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I’ve been finding it hard to stick to it lately, purely because of convenience and that’s just an excuse. Give me strength🤙🏻

G and I haven’t had 1:1 time in a while 💛 Mama Daughter Day was fun and much needed for us both. I love this little girl so much. I can see myself in her more and more... especially with that sassy attitude. God help me 😉 And as always, she wanted to go to pond by the restaurant to see the ducks and pick flowers, even though we were surrounded by people’s careless trash 😩. She asked if we could help clean up for the ducks 🦆... MY GIRL! 🥰 @ Jacksonville, Florida

Our beach babe with her favorite beach snack 🍉⁣
⁣..Hand your child a spoon with a baby watermelon cut in half then watch them devour 🍉🌊☺️ @ Fernandina Beach, Florida

Jeff was out of town for a few days and we needed some family time. So our Friday called for pizza and salt water 🌊🍕✨

Just a squish, squishin’ around ✨🌹 ⁣
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Vayda loves playtime so much, and really, what else should a babe’s life be besides eat, sleep, p**p, play? ☺️ Her favorite playtime is when someone is down on the floor with her. ⁣
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Babies don’t need all the bells as whistles as much as they need you💓

Every. Single. Morning. Some days I drink 16oz and others I drink 32oz. 16oz is ideal healing number.⁣
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The number of people who have come to me and let me know I have inspired them to drink celery juice and follow advice is OUTSTANDING. I never grow tired of hearing about any of you taking initiative to help yourself. You can always come to me and ask me anything about my personal journey or about celery juice, just know Anthony William created www.celeryjuice.com, where you can find the answer (pretty much) any question you may have! Don’t give up on healing yourself, we’re all capable of giving this our best effort ☮️
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Buy the celery, juice it, drink it. You have nothing to lose 🌿💚

Somedays I don’t feel like being near the kitchen let alone cooking. Thank GOD my husband is a borderline chef (cooks better than me usually).⁣
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He wanted Italian food, I wasn’t feeling it, but I didn’t have to cook so 💁🏼‍♀️⁣
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He delivered vegan Italian to me that didn’t feel like a vegan dish whatsoever, but has all of the healing properties of clean plant based food that I need 🍝⁣ ⁣
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Gluten free spaghetti with zucchini “meat”balls with eggplant cutlets, eggplant parm style with a simple roasted tomato marinara... 😩👏🏻⁣
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Back to the kitchen 😘

Happy Spring 🌱🌻🦆

Her soul is so genuine and pure. She plays hard and eager to learn. She’s as wild and crazy as she chooses and somehow is as soft and gentle as can be. Watching her mind grow and blossom every day is incredible.⁣⁣
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Grateful and proud to call her, our beautiful growing girl, my daughter.⁣ ⁣⁣⁣
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Amazing Grayce 🌻⁣⁣⁣⁣
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