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Menopause and Teenage Hormones Don’t Mix

I am starting to feel like I have been dealt a bad hand. Back when I first had my children, I thought the timing of their births was perfect. They were spaced out in a way that really worked. Unfortunately I didn’t give much thought to the future and what would happen when I would find myself having three teenagers at one time. Not only that but throw into the mix of teenage hormones the changes my body has decided to go through and you have quite a combination. I am quickly learning that menopause and teenage hormones don’t mix. … Continue reading →

No More Disappointing Mother’s Days for Me

I used to really complain about Mother’s Day. In fact, I used to feel very sorry for myself every time it rolled around. Just about every Mother’s Day my husband gets stuck working and so I don’t get spoiled like it seems everyone else does. I don’t get breakfast in bed, flowers waiting for me or help with the chores. It usually ends up being a typical day for me. I would love to say that my children jump right in there and make up for it. But they don’t. So one year I decided that I needed to let … Continue reading →

Secret Confession—Sometimes a Good Cry Helps

I know that I have written a bit about mental health for the single parent, and staying positive and confident. These things ARE important and can be especially hard for stressed-out single parents. But, in all fairness, I thought I should make a secret confession…sometimes, there is just nothing more helpful and healing that to have a good, self-pitiful, cry! I have been at this single parenthood/parenthood thing for quite some time and I’ve learned that even the bleakest, most frustrating days are usually followed by something a little more pleasant. Eventually, kids move out of aggravating phases and they … Continue reading →

Sorry God, I’m Just Too Busy

I can’t be the only one who feels this way from time to time? Sometimes I feel in somewhat of a robotic mode trying to get this or that accomplished and there just doesn’t seem to be enough time in the day. Sadly the things that seem to be of most importance are often put on hold: family being a big one, but most importantly God, the giver of family, life, and even our abilities. I don’t know that we were designed to take on as much as we do sometimes. I wonder if the result of taking on more … Continue reading →

Four Terrifying Marriage Proposals

While surfing on the Internet I found a list of the “scariest marriage proposals” compiled by MSN. Given that this was just before Halloween, I thought they would have a spooky vibe. Well, I was wrong, though they were certainly scary. The four real-life marriage proposals were as follows: 1) A pilot took his girlfriend up for a ride in his small plane, pretended they were crashing, and handed his girlfriend an emergency checklist. His proposal was written on the list: “initiate ring engagement procedure.” 2) A stuntman faked a car crash and his subsequent death. His girlfriend was called … Continue reading →

A Good Cry Is What You Need

I love being a mother. There is nothing I’d rather do than parent my daughter. I feel that she is truly a gift. I wouldn’t have chosen to be a single parent but that’s the way it happened. I try to be positive, I want my daughter to always look on the bright side. Yes, sometimes life is hard, but that doesn’t mean you have to let it defeat you. I am always the first to say, keep your chin up, do it for your kids. Sometimes, I forget to take my own advice. Sometimes I feel sorry for myself. … Continue reading →

Bitter or Better

After a divorce it is normal to feel bitter towards your ex, but you don’t want to feel that way forever. We all know those women, who years later are still blaming their quality of life on their divorce. They sit at home feeling sorry for themselves and wishing their lives away. While it is normal to feel this way in the beginning when everything is still so fresh, you don’t want to carry that burden around with you forever. You want your children to see that even when hard things are thrown in their way, they can overcome them … Continue reading →

A Little Out of Place

During the holidays there are always a lot of get-togethers with friends and family. I’ve always enjoyed these gatherings. It gives me a chance to catch up with people I don’t get to see very often, but I have to admit, this year I’ve felt a little out of place during the festivities. Everyone is there with their significant others and many of my friends and family aren’t sure how to respond to me now that I am divorced. I never anticipated how far reaching my divorce would be. My friends and family were supportive of me and wanted to … Continue reading →

Dating Tips For Single Parents

Dating as a single mom can be a little daunting. For most of us, it’s been years since we went on a date with anyone other than a man who knew us well. I remember feeling like I didn’t even know how to behave on a date anymore! More and more single people are using online dating as a way to meet people. This can make dating even scarier, it’s one thing to go out to dinner with someone you know, even vaguely, but to go out with a complete strange can be a little intimidating. Here are a few … Continue reading →

I Guess I’m Not That Cool

Apparently I have been delusional in some of my thinking. I have been convinced that for a mom I am pretty cool. I text, I have a Facebook account and I enjoy loud music. I have always felt somewhat connected to my children’s world and honestly, have always felt welcomed. When my oldest son was in middle school, he had no problem being seen with me. I am very easy to talk to and his friends would enjoy having conversations with me. He didn’t mind when I showed up at his school, he would walk with me down the hallway … Continue reading →