Single parents, I salute you

[binny]

I mean this in all sincerity. I am in awe of what you all do!

Please know that you are appreciated, even if you dont feel like it.

 

[mom2rb]

I agree. Once DH went out of town for two weeks. I called my cousin, a single mom of two kids, to let her know that she was my hero.

 

[meandtheguys2]

I was raised by a single mom. She is my hero.

 

[Robinrs]

Thanks, but in my world it's not as bad as you think.

Granted, we get to do everything but if you don't expect anyone else to do it and do it right, doing it means it gets done!

I am finally the last word in my household. After being a youngest child for years this is a blessing!

My son is an incredible, independent, NEAT child who I rarely have to supervise. That's half the job.

If I decide to go to Orlando 6 times a year, I CAN!

Sure, it can be tough at times but so is anything that has a reward at the end. Personally, I wouldn't have it any other way. My son wouldn't have been the person he is if his father was around. I protected him from that. The result was worth the challenge.

 

[Robinrs]

Please know that you are appreciated, even if you dont feel like it.

If I didn't before I do now... thanks...

 

[1Prince2Princesses]

I was a single parent for 8 years. It is a tough job, and I sypathize with all the single parents who struggle to do it on their own. Hooray for all of you!

 

[binny]

I know it isnt all bad Robin

I am glad it works better in your situation. I know that, in some situations, it definately IS the better option.

I am just struggling right now with my own issues and my dh traveling so much. It makes me really appreciate all of you who do this on a regular basis.

 

[What the Heck]

Personally, I had a lot of help from grandparents and uncles - and the fact I had 2 great kids helped out immensley as well (although it hasn't improved my spelling).

 

[lyzziesmom]

Thanks so much for your recognition and support! I agree with Robin - sometimes it can be hard but for the most part, I'm so glad I'm the only one "in charge" of my kids. Financially it is tough, and just the logistics of not having another adult in the household can be very challenging, but I love the freedom and the closeness I have with my kids. I wouldn't trade our situation for the world.

 

[mickeyboat]

It would take me a long time to adjust to being a single parent.

I have a friend whose DH was sent to Iraq a couple of years ago for a year. It was tough for a little while, and then she said it was actually easier to be the only person in control. She got to do whatever she wanted whenever she wanted without havig to check with anyone else.

Denae

 

[MushyMushy]

Count me as another one who found it easier being a single parent.

I'm not trying to discount anyone else's experiences, though! That's just my experience.

Kudos to you!

 

[minnieandme]

Thanks, it can be hard and very trying at times but the rewards are great. That goes with being a parent in general. It's the hardest job, but it's rewarding at the same time.

 

[nowellsl]

Thanks!!

 

[DisneyAddict_M]

Awww, thank you! I've been a single mom for 5 years and it's not bad most of the time. The hardest part is just the little things that some people take for granted...like being able to run out to the store really quickly without a child in tow.

However, being a single mom is a million times easier than being married to my ex-husband was.

 

[korbbec]

Here's to all the single parents (and parents who may as well be, because their spouse is more difficult than their children ). I toast all parents who sacrifice for their children.

 

[ntburns22]

I big thumbs up to the single parents. I really look up to you.....I may be in your shoes soon myself. I don't know how I am going to do it all alone.

 

[SillyMe]

Awww, thank you! I've been a single mom for 5 years and it's not bad most of the time. The hardest part is just the little things that some people take for granted...like being able to run out to the store really quickly without a child in tow.

However, being a single mom is a million times easier than being married to my ex-husband was.

I hear ya!

It's not easy, but as others have said, in some aspects it can be easier. No one to argue with over the parenting, no more bitterness when you're the one left alone with the kids to take care of them all the time. You get most of the enjoyment from the kids, most of the time and love. It can actually be rewarding.

My hardest situation just happened last week. Both my daughters (ages 15 and 7) were crying in their bedrooms over separate issues. At one point I stood in the hallway and cried b/c I didn't know which way to go. Both of their hearts were breaking and I felt torn. It would've been much easier if they'd have been in the same room.

 

[SillyMe]

I big thumbs up to the single parents. I really look up to you.....I may be in your shoes soon myself. I don't know how I am going to do it all alone.

You can find lots of support here. I don't have family members that can help me often. My friends are busy with their own lives, so I hate to ask them for help. No babysitters. That's the hardest part. I have to take my kids everywhere with me. If I'm sick, there is no one else to take over, so I deal with it the best I can. If it's emotional issues, I lean on my friends here and they always make me laugh and feel better and give me tons of support.