It's been a while...a long while since I've typed anything here. To say I've been in a funk is like saying the pandemic has been a hiccup when we all know it's shifted every aspect of our lives in ways we couldn't have imagined. This has been a journey where I've used every coping tool I know and learned others simply to deal with the unknown that seems to happen daily. Some days I did really well and others I used food or other things like Netflix to numb out. It's now over a year and I seem to ...
Caramel Apple Pie Popsicles – They’re AMAZING
I am a sucker for a tasty dessert and some of my favourite flavours are in these Caramel Apple Pie Popsicles. WHAT?? Caramel Apple Pie in a Popsicle...yes you read that right! This is possibly the easiest recipe I've ever shared and it will shock you with the taste. Easy does't mean boring! These treats are perfect for the end of summer days as we all begin to look forward to the taste of Autumn. Ok I'm rushing things but honestly I'm from Ontario, Canada where the mornings and nights ...
Alcoholism or Addiction Recovery Stories
If you're someone who has battled alcoholism or addiction or affected by someone who has, I would love to hear from you! Since 2012 I've had the pleasure of bringing you Stories of Recovery from Alcoholism and Addiction which are submitted by readers. These are real-life stories about their own journey...with their own addictions or family members' addictions. Read Stories of Recovery from Alcoholism and Addiction HERE If you're inclined, I urge you to share your experience, strength ...
12 Step Meetings are Online to Help during Self-Isolation
Ask anyone who is in a 12 Step Program seeking recovery from addictions and we will all tell you that we'd never see the day when the doors to 12 Step Meetings closed. It's unimaginable for so many of us because we attribute a large portion of our recovery to attending the in person meetings. Walking into my first meeting was a terrifying experience...it took a true belief that I would kill myself to step past the fear into the unknown into that meeting. As I arrived I was greeted with a ...
Staying Safe and Healthy at Home #CoopedUp
For most of us, the current situation of 2020 wasn't on our list of expectations. My saving grace really has been the fact I am a stay-at-home mom. I give 100% to my family and thankfully, our routine hasn't been upended too much. That being said, Chicken Farmers of Canada knows how important family is. They know that we need to stay safe and healthy at home during this time of isolation and social distancing. With that in mind, they have created #CoopedUp, which offers kid-friendly recipes ...