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Last Updated: 10/27/2009

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Status: In a Relationship
City: West End
State: British Columbia
Country: CA
Signup Date: 11/14/2005
Wednesday, December 10, 2008 

Current mood:  awake
Category: Life
I just wanted to say iam thankful iam still here with all of u,making music,getting to travel and sharing the music i love so much with all of u.
last Feb my lifestyle caught up with me,i was an alcoholic chainsmoker.
my liver was Bad,the excess drinking cause me to have too much Uric acid,and my blood pressure was 172(120 is normal)i looked yellow,i was ill and mentally foggy,i had unhealthy drinking weight,my heart was palpitating and heartbeat was irregular,my scalp was red and dry and my hair looked dull and brittle.
i was poisoning myself slowly,i smoked cigarillos like they were regular ciggarettes.i ate way too much salt and dairy.my cholesteral was high,and i was mainly a lifelong vegetarian.
i had been touring for years nonstop,flying hundreds of thousands of miles a year,sitting.living a sedimentary lifestyle..
I went to the doctor,i knew something was up,i no longer felt ok in my mind body and soul.
after this i had to do a series of detoxes,on my organs,i had to do many  cleanses,and above all else i had to change everything permanantly.
i went back to a mainly raw foods vegan diet,and i began walking.i walk for 10-16 Km at a time 3-5 days a week,rain snow or freeze(i do live in canada).
at this time the universe knew i was in no shape to tour,and for the 1st time since the early 90s i went for months without djing or making music.
what small savings i had went quickly,house music is how i make my living.
the rent became late during this time and all my money went into buying vitamins,organic food and cleanses.
as my health improved so did my gig schedule,and my inspiration returned, renued to create music again and i became well enough to take the rigours of travel and touring.
these days im in much better shape,i eat amazingly healthy and simple,my blood pressure is down to 130,and my liver is healing quite rapidly,in fact every test i do my high levels of everything are returning to normal.
i do not drink,i do not smoke and my journey as a spiritual being has progressed a few levels during this time.my whole outlook on life is different and all the newfound ideals and fundamental changes we all have to work on to become more of one mind is essential.
thats it for now,i have a 3 hour trek awaiting me in the rain.


o m x

 
congratulaions and keep you inspiring work alive, bless.
omx
 
Posted by o m x on Wednesday, December 10, 2008 - 9:28 AM
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The Muthafuckin DAME [GG]

 
hank you for sharing jay, i am so glad youre taking care of yourself and making more good music :)
 
Posted by The Muthafuckin DAME [GG] on Wednesday, December 10, 2008 - 11:42 AM
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richard banks

 
Hi Jay,....I'm glad you managed to turn your life around. ....In Poland, we have a saying that could be translated to something like: "In a healthy body, there's a healthy spirit". Although this statement is commonly used, it seems to be repeated without giving it much thought. Maybe it's because it seems so obvious... Anyway, it's important to remember that human body and spirit are influencing each other in both directions in a way beyond our imagination.....All the best, good luck with your new way of life. Looking forward to hear how this will influence your music.

 
Posted by richard banks on Wednesday, December 10, 2008 - 11:42 AM
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Loud!Society

 
hey,

nice to know you're taking care of yourself.
keep walkin that way jay we need your music! :)

all the best - bios | loud!society
 
Posted by Loud!Society on Wednesday, December 10, 2008 - 11:21 PM
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P-rez
steve perez

 
good to hear you're doing well. you've been an inspiration for me for quite some time now. it takes guts to identify problems with oneself, but even more to do something about it and turn it around... i still plan on kicking your ass in foosball. lol. much love.

 
Posted by P-rez on Wednesday, December 10, 2008 - 11:21 PM
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Patrick Turner

 
que fuerte tio... You powerhouse re-generating space alien!
 
Posted by Patrick Turner on Wednesday, December 10, 2008 - 11:21 PM
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Will
will power

 
glad ur well now jay keep making great trax .
will power
 
Posted by Will on Wednesday, December 10, 2008 - 11:21 PM
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gave good face...Mi'Z Rita!!

 
I'm happy for you that you are now healthy in mind, body, and spirit. I also thank you for inspiring myself to do so also, I only knew you for about a day but it definitely made me more aware of what I should be putting into my body. So thank you for that.
I’m still working on Rusty!lol
 
Posted by gave good face...Mi'Z Rita!! on Thursday, December 11, 2008 - 2:02 AM
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Aleks_B

 
Thats a great inspiration to me Jay! I too am trying to heal my system after years of poor habits.


Peace from T.O.
Come back soon!
 
Posted by Aleks_B on Friday, December 12, 2008 - 12:14 AM
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Acelera

 
Cannot begin to think how hard it must have been nor how long the journey could have felt at the start of it.


Both s a friend of LHK's and as a house music lover, it's just so heartwarming to have Mr Tripwire back, stronger and better. We all need you here to stay.


All the best for your new fresh beginning.

 
Posted by Acelera on Friday, December 12, 2008 - 12:15 AM
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Geoff Pye
Geoff Pye

 
Jay! I'm happy you are doing so much better now. It's so easy to get caught up in our destructive habits and it can be very difficult to back away from them. This is especially the case when we are facing high amounts of stress in our daily lives. Unfortunately, the negative health implications and other side effects of such habits can raise stress levels even higher, making it even more of a struggle to overcome. your achievement of this new found enlightenment, however, is an inspiration to me and to many others reading this. I wish you all the best as you continue your journey.

 
Posted by Geoff Pye on Friday, December 12, 2008 - 12:15 AM
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Justine * Jo *
Justine Jojo Black

 
I think this calls for a new pair of traveling pants... you deserve it. I'm sure Santa will take notice of your accomplishments [wink]. See you in a few weeks.
=)
 
Posted by Justine * Jo * on Friday, December 12, 2008 - 12:15 AM
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Le Jorge / Loving Deep

 
Good boy! It's cheaper for the promoters, ahahaha!
 
Posted by Le Jorge / Loving Deep on Friday, December 12, 2008 - 12:15 AM
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Kellilicious
Kelly Sylvia

 
Glad you did the right thing. Some people don't get that second chance.
Keep it keepin it real!

xxx
 
Posted by Kellilicious on Saturday, December 13, 2008 - 1:42 AM
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WOO!
Andrew Luck

 
went to the doc yesterday and things aren't good...i was so nervous my heart rate was 119 when the doc took my bp, etc...bp not good either....and i hadn't even had any coffee...anyways, blood tests coming up...i'm scared...much respect to you for going to the doctor - hit me up next time you're in Seattle

Best,

Andrew Luck
 
Posted by WOO! on Saturday, December 13, 2008 - 1:43 AM
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Chris J

 
Jay.. I'm grateful for your recovery. House music would have never been the same without you. Live long and prosperous friend! Thank you for your inspiration.
Peace
 
Posted by Chris J on Sunday, December 14, 2008 - 2:11 AM
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Skyla

 
Thanks for sharing... I have faced a somewhat similar challenge and we all need to remember how lucky we are. Thanks for taking care of yourself and making music that enriches our world.
Inspiring story!
 
Posted by Skyla on Sunday, December 14, 2008 - 6:14 AM
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Luke McKeehan

 
i miss fat & salty Jay. but i'm glad you're still here.....keep on keepin' on
 
Posted by Luke McKeehan on Saturday, December 20, 2008 - 6:52 PM
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Cherri Garcia

 
have u read diet for a new america? if not i'll mail it to u so you can borrow it... u can bring it back to LA with u when u play @ our party! i was so excited when Doug told me that you eat vegan... we will take you to some great spots... juliano's planet raw (the best in LA) and rawvolution. i also cured myself with raw foods almost 2 years ago and my fiance cured his gout by going vegan.
have vitamix to share :)
 
Posted by Cherri Garcia on Thursday, May 14, 2009 - 2:46 PM
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