by jokomom | Jul 26, 2022 | Joy, Parenting, Thoughts, Travel
We had the pleasure of staying in the Alive Sky Lodge Bed & Breakfast this week, just outside of Rosetown, that has converted round grain bins into incredible little cabins. The location is classic Saskatchewan with amazing wide prairie skies surrounded by open...
by jokomom | Jul 17, 2022 | Joy, Sobriety, Thoughts
Today felt like time for a positive twist on the journey of sobriety. A lot of my posts have been about my own journey, which has been filled with frustration, pain and immense shame. But there have been recent benefits in those around me that I did not anticipate and...
by jokomom | Jul 1, 2022 | Sobriety, Thoughts
One of the things that has helped me the most on my sober journey has been reading the journeys of others. I think one of the best ways for humans to connect with others is to commiserate. The more painful and cringe-worthy the sharing, the better. That’s why...
by jokomom | May 25, 2022 | Cooking with Kids, Parenting, Sobriety, Thoughts
Only a 4-year old could compare with the amount I have been asking lately: But Why? But WHY mama!? God only knows, darling. The reasons why are important though and I absolutely love this about kids. When I’m not too exhausted from the onslaught of questions...
by jokomom | May 6, 2022 | Things Kids Say
Alfred: I need to Woock something Mum: you need to Walk something? Alfred: NO! I need to wwwwaaaock something Mum: you want to take something for a walk? Alfred: NO! MUM! I need to WAAOCK something like a treasure chest Mum: …. Alfred: WAOOOOCK SOMETHING Mum:...
