Thankful For Our Kids, And Then Some...

First, of all, Happy Thanksgiving! On this day, we choose to give thanks for various things in our lives and loves, and for Mommies everywhere, the first thanks we give is always for our kids. They bring joy and happiness to our lives in so many ways. But this year, I wanted to think beyond being thankful for my kids and take stock of what else I am thankful for in my life. Of course, the

Scaling Fences, The Life Of A Single Mom

So this morning, I was out in the garage with the baby, looking through some laundry to find something for him to wear. Suddenly, my older boy joins us, closing, and locking I would soon find out, the door behind him. When I went to open and found it locked, I was a none too happy mommy. So here I am, already dressed for work, in my navy blue tailored trousers and my navy blue and white

The Paradoxical Life Of A Not So Young Single Mom

This morning has me confused and bewildered. I came to mommyhood late in life, not having had my first until I was 31. I thought I was ready. I had a successful business, a home, good credit, cars, boat, all the material things that most people sacrifice for the sake of having families young. I had traveled, I had lived. I felt I was worldly and experienced. I thought it was time. In less

My Forgotten Father

Today is November 15, 2009 and on Nov 13, it was exactly two years since my boys' Daddy deserted us, leaving us homeless and destitute. I had a roommate for a long time, but for the past month or so, it has just been the boys and me. Last night, a friend decided to tell me how well she thought I was doing on my own. I believe she is trying to 'give' me strength by telling me how strong I am.

Double Standards, Mass Confusion, The Exodus Awaits

Today, I was reading the Dr. Phil newsletter that I subscribe to by email. Of course, I'm a huge fan of Dr. Phil, since, as everyone knows, I like that he can tell it like it is to his 'patients' without the fear of losing the 'paycheck'. The fear which causes therapists in general to mollycoddle everyone and not just force the accountability and responsibility that so many of us "free thinking

Donations

Hi readers,Ok, so I can no longer live in my home due to 'vandals.' So... I found a rental until I can get the mess in my own house sorted out. I was really lucky today, when I stopped in one of those rent to own places, and found a couch and loveseat for only $58.00 a month for 12 months. Not too bad.Now, what to do about a bed?I perish the thought at what these 'criminals' may have done to,