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Life as a single mom

May 22nd, 2006 at 04:03 am

Today was a long day. My girls had dance recital photos done.....I had to pay for 5 different costume shoots. I tired to keep it low cost by picking simple photo packages. I think I did OK. I just had so much to do! My son was giving me a headache over some behavior issues. He is not listening to me and perhaps I am not hearing him. These are the times it is so hard to be a single parent. I have to do so much parenting alone. The days seem long and hard. I have to keep telling myself it will be all worth it....in the end.

The same with money, saving it and budgetting it, making due and not getting
what you want when you want it....
It is knowing the difference between needs and wants. I like to say I have my long term glasses on much of the time. I want to Live life and parent with a long lens so to speak. In the end we know there is a reward for those who do. I think it makes one more at peace and secure. Maybe you get less wrinkles.
Maybe our eyes twinkle more because it is like we have a hidden wonderful secret. We know that in the long run being thrifty brings untold rewards....some we can not even see.

3 Responses to “Life as a single mom”

  1. boomeyers Says:
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    I wish it would bring us less wrinkles, but......

  2. Carolina Bound Says:
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    You can be the best mom in the world, but still have to deal with behavior issues from your children during/after a divorce. They are hurting so much, too, and often this is how they "tell" you. I had some stormy times with my son, but he has grown up into a fine man and we have a great relationship. Just hang in there!

  3. frontporchmom Says:
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    Thanks for the commnet Carolina Bound---oh yes...I completly understand that he is hurting. It has been rough on all the children but it seems he has been hurt the most. My ex is now making huge over the top wedding plans and I think it is hurting the children all over again! It is another "loss" to them, not a joy-filled thing. I like challenges and behavior issues is a big challenge each and every day to stay consistent and provide consequences. Firm but loving......
    Have a great day---

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