I'm dealing hope by sharing stories & tips on caregiving and how to survive hard things.
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hey there,
Stacey xo
With resiliency, faith and inspiration from others, we can survive tough stuff. "It takes a village" - let me be your new neighbour.
"If you build it, they will come"
~ W.P. Kinsella
As a mom, you want the best for your kids and more than anything, I want to do my part to make this world a better place for my three boys. A world that not only accepts our differences, but embraces them and amplifies the voices of those who need the help. Where we seek out the joy in everyday moments, grow strength from the inspiration of others and show our gratitude by paying it forward.
Instead of waiting for the world to change, I'm planting some seeds that will soon take root and grow into a beautiful community like the one I've dreamed up.
If you're looking for community,
you're in the right place.
are you with me?
are you with me?
"If you build it, they will come"
~ W.P. Kinsella
As a mom, you want the best for your kids and more than anything, I want to do my part to make this world a better place for my three boys. A world that not only accepts our differences, but embraces them and amplifies the voices of those who need the help. Where we seek out the joy in everyday moments, grow strength from the inspiration of others and show our gratitude by paying it forward.
Instead of waiting for the world to change, I'm planting some seeds that will soon take root and grow into a beautiful community like the one I've dreamed up.
If you're looking for community,
you're in the right place.
Single Canadian mama of three (newly) adult sons; navigating parenting with kiddos affected by autism, mental illness and addiction. I've been stuck many times over and am on my own journey to wellness. I've learned a lot and have lived through a lot of messes; drawing on inspiration from others and committed to paying it forward by authentic sharing. Caregiving is often a lifelong commitment - I'm here to help.
aka WillowjakMama
aka WillowjakMama
resident blog writers
Friends who inspire me who are willing to share their mess. Touching on themes of caregiving, parenting, disability, divorce, growing up, mental health & wellness, allyship, etc.
resident blog writers
Insights, Tips & Tricks
..from a naturopath, a member of the Canadian Armed Forces, adoptive parent, a caregiving daughter, a step-mother, a Métis woman, a student, a support worker, a newly divorced & feisty Mama. Over 250 authentic stories!
Shy Liza
resident blog writers
Meet My Friends:
Friends who inspire me who are willing to share their mess. Touching on themes of caregiving, parenting, disability, divorce, growing up, mental health & wellness, allyship, etc.
resident blog writers
Insights, Tips & Tricks
..from a naturopath, a member of the Canadian Armed Forces, adoptive parent, a caregiving daughter, a step-mother, a Métis woman, a student, a support worker, a newly divorced & feisty Mama. Over 250 authentic stories!
Shy Liza
Choose Your Own After
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Grab a cuppa or a hard cider, pop in your earpods and settle into your cozy spot
Are you a joy seeker or a hope dealer? Are you currently stuck and feeling isolated in your muck, or are you in a stage of life where your life experiences are improving the lives of others?
In the toughest of times I’ve turned to the stories of other survivors of hard things to give me hope. From them, I’ve learned that there was a “before” and an “after” and it’s in how they chose to live their after, that determined their success. Like the Choose Your Own Adventure books, when faced with an obstacle, you’ve still always got a choice. I’m inspired by those who’ve chosen a positive mindset and this podcast will introduce you to them, so they can inspire you too.
This won’t just be a podcast about autism because I’m no expert. It won’t just be a podcast about parenting because I’m no expert at that either. But it will be a podcast where you can expect to hear the stories, tips and lessons that I’ve absorbed and used along the way in my own journey as a single mom to my boys.
You’re at a dead-end. What are you going to choose? I hope you’ll choose to join our growing Willowjak community and discover how you can take some nuggets from our chats to improve your own afters.
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