Perhaps one of the hardest things about becoming a single mother was realizing that church did not feel as comfortable as it once had. Sitting in pews surrounded by families with fathers only increased the deep pain I felt. It felt like a reminder of all I had lost. This only served to make me [...]
Growing up, Christmas was my absolute favorite time of year—until the dreaded anticipation of 3PM on Christmas Day turned everything upside down. For those of you who haven’t gone through a divorce, I’m sure you’re baffled as to why this hour of the day could mean so much. In your typical custody agreement, the holidays [...]
Riffing off the opening lines of Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice: it is a truth, universally acknowledged, that a single parent in possession of one or more children must be in want of a nap. At least a nap. A season of hibernation might be more like it. As I interviewed single parents for my [...]
You’ve been thinking about this day for years. Between memory-making and mild existential dread, you have navigated the wild ride of parenthood. Did you teach them everything? Who knows, but at least they can tie their shoes - hopefully! Over the past months, you’ve downloaded the checklists, bought the things, answered the questions, and selected the [...]
One of the hardest things about losing my husband was losing the other person who loves my children as much as I do. After he died, I missed having him as a sounding board. When it came to making hard decisions (or even small, everyday ones), I felt like everything depended on me making the [...]
“The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”PHILIPPIANS 4: 5-7 NIVI don’t know about you, but there have been [...]
Moms, we know all too well the ups and downs of life. Then you throw in being a single mom and that takes it to another level. We move from season to season, toddler tantrums to adulting teens, and friends coming and going. Maybe it’s a job transition, relationship status change, the list goes on [...]
Linda was raised in a loving Christian home. Her parents were both very involved in their church. She had always gone to Sunday school, vacation Bible school, youth group, and camps. Pretty much whatever the church had to offer, she was there. Everything seemed to be just as it should be in Linda’s life.As a [...]
I threw myself a party last week. It was actually a surprise party where pity was the theme, lies did the catering and weariness invited me in. Fortunately, I found the exit door and got out, but it made me realize how easily my thoughts can trip me up. I began to take a hard [...]
Working for income to support your family is essential for most single moms, but what if you feel frustrated, discouraged, anxious, or stuck in your current job? What are some ways you can transition out of a bad job? I have had my share of bad bosses and hard jobs. Who hasn’t? Regardless, I tried [...]
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Have you heard? The Life of a Single Mom® is now UNSTUCK MINISTRIES! While we will remain one of the nation's largest providers of single mom curriculum and services, we have expanded new programs to ALL women! Check out our new website and social media for all the details! And welcome to Unstuck Ministries - where bound women become free!
