As a single parent, when little trick-or-treaters show up at your door and your own little trick-or-treater is away at his other parent’s for the night it can be especially difficult. Before you became a parent you dreamed of nights like this, never expecting to miss out on them every other year. I have been lucky enough that I have always gotten to see Logan on the holidays. His dad and I have always split them so that Logan had the opportunity to see both of us on every single holiday, but from the sound of it, I may not … Continue reading →

This time of year can be emotional for many single parents. Having to share the holidays can be difficult for both the parents and the child. I remember the night my ex husband left. The very first thing that came to mind was not having my son Christmas morning. I still get a pit in my stomach just thinking about it. I firmly believe that this is the absolute hardest part of being divorced. One of the greatest joys of being a parent is waking up Christmas morning to see the look on your children’s faces when they see their … Continue reading →