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Resilient Mom 💪 Honey Badger Spirit
Years ago, a dear friend compared me to a honey badger—fearless & resilient. 🦡 At first, I laughed, as we googled videos. (Google “Honey Badger Dont care) Then I saw the truth. The honey badger faces challenges head-on, refusing to back down. I have faced may challenges in my life, including: homelessness, Domestic Violence, Parental…
Budget Meal Prep:3 Now, 3 Later
$215: Food, Gas & Gifts 💰 On my mind:, inspired by “You Need a Budget.” (My Newest Read) My goal? No more credit card use. Paycheck:–> food ($110.45), gifts ($39.09) & gas ($39.72). With one more gas fill-up & $23 for Maple Festival this Weekend, smart spending is key – especially on food. Enter my…
Goals
Create household systems to increase Productivity & efficiency. What: No clothes on floor Less dirty dishes. How will i know i have accomplished this: dishes can be washed in less than 10 minutes. when do I want to complete this by: end of 2025 what will I need to accomplish this: Less dishes and clothes
How I Saved 28 Cents per Gallon on Fuel
How I earned $.18 per gallon cash back AND, paid.10 less per gallon. Save Money and Pay Less! in total I paid .28 cents a gallon less! how you ask?? Shell rewards & Upside app! why pay more when you don’t have to! That’s $3.38 in MY pocket. It may not sound like a lot,…
Winter Blues and Daily Triumphs
Another snowy day in Vermont. The cold creeps in, and the routines march on—work, school, meetings, meals. It feels like life in perpetual motion, doesn’t it? At 44, as a single mom to a fifteen-year-old, my days often feel like an endless juggle of responsibilities: navigating schedules, whipping up meals, and managing life’s curveballs.
But somewhere between the packed lunches and the evening dinners, there’s pride. Every task, every checked-off to-do, it’s all for us—for our little unit, our dreams, and our future. Vermont winters may be relentless, but so am I.
Here’s to all the parents out there, braving their own storms, one day at a time. We’ve got this.
Perhaps I will start those tomato plants this weekend, clean the house. It is scheduled to SNOW up to 4 inches, we shall seeWe can do hard things
New Year, New Goals and Reflection
Sunday, January 17, 2021 8:30AM SHOULD———->COULD My last post I used the word SHOULD, I would like to replace that universally to COULD. Think about if you replace the word Should with Could. Reduces Blame and Shame. Who is in charge of whether or not I should do something, ME. My choices, my free will.…
The Art of Adaptation: A Day in the Life of a Working Single Mom
Ah, the unpredictable joys of single motherhood paired with a full-time job! Yesterday was one of *those* days—chaotic, messy, and oddly rewarding, all rolled into one.
The day started with an unwelcome surprise: the toilet decided to overflow just as I was racing to get my kiddo to school and myself to work on time. Armed with a towel and sheer determination, I did a quick cleanup and left with the mantra of single parents everywhere: *“I’ll deal with it later.”*
Fast forward to the evening, after a full day at work and picking up my little one. With neither the energy nor the time for a home-cooked meal, we hit the drive-thru at McDonald’s( use your app for discounts)—a lifesaver for nights like these. Food in hand, we returned home, where my evening was spent elbow-deep in cleaning up the bathroom fiasco. Glamorous? Hardly. Necessary? Absolutely.
And that’s the essence of single parenting while working full-time—pivoting and adapting to the unexpected. It’s about finding the humor in the chaos and the pride in tackling challenges head-on. Yesterday’s toilet troubles are today’s reminder of resilience.
**Why Single Parents Are Everyday Superheroes**
Single parents are masters of time management, creative problem-solving, and finding joy in small victories. Whether it’s navigating morning crises or turning dinner runs into mini-adventures, every day is a testament to strength and resourcefulness.
**Tips for Thriving Amid the Chaos**
Here are a few lessons I’ve picked up along the way:
– **Embrace Imperfection:** Not every day will be Instagram-worthy, and that’s okay.
– **Prioritize Self-Care:** Even 10 minutes of quiet time can work wonders.
– **Lean on Your Village:** Whether it’s friends, family, or fellow parents, don’t hesitate to ask for help.
Single parenting may not always be glamorous, but it’s a journey filled with moments that showcase courage, creativity, and unconditional love. Here’s to all the working single parents out there, making it happen one day at a time! 🌟Anxienty-Help your kiddos by Reading
Leverage what you have, discount used books. I purchased this book at Goodwill . Eli R. Lebowitz’s *Breaking Free of Child Anxiety* is a great read for parents striving to grow and improve without self-judgment. Parenting is a journey, and a little guidance can go a long way—especially for single parents balancing countless demands. Highly…
Unleashing My Power
Unleashing My Power: Why Networking is My PlaygroundHey everyone! Let’s just get this out of the way: I’m an extrovert. And let me tell you, networking? It’s my playground. My happy place. As a 43-year-old single mom and Retail Training Coordinator, I live for connecting with people. My work is all about people, and networking…
Sisters
**Grateful for My Daughters’ Bond** As a single mom to two incredible daughters, now 24 and 15, I’ve found endless joy in their unique sisterly connection. From the day my eldest became a big sister, their bond has grown into something truly special—filled with love, laughter, and shared moments that brighten our lives. They’ve taught…
Full Moon
I completed the CPTD prep course on March 4th! I purchased a portable dishwasher february 26! I spent quality time with both my kiddos! I am most grateful for my family. The love that my daughters and I share. I love listening to their music with them, braiding their hair, and enjoying 1 on 1…
Free audio book Single Mom advice for Time Managment
Single Mom: Thrive! “Eat That Frog!” (Free on Libby)Overwhelmed? “Eat That Frog!” boosts productivity and personal growth. Libby Benefits: Free audiobook.Listen while multitasking.Personal Growth:Reduced stress.Increased confidence.Improved time management.How: Libby app. Library card. Search “Eat That Frog!” Listen.Eat your “frog,” grow yourself!
Morning schedule of working Single Mom
6:25 wake 7:25 depart home 745: drop kiddo @ school 7:56 clock in at work
After work schedule of a Single Mom
435: clock out of work -Pick up kiddo -Go to store 5:15: meeting 1 -Drop off kiddo at home 6-720: meeting2 Fill up the car with gas 7:40 home Goal bedtime is 830pm
Freezer Meal Prep Plan: Taco Meat, Shepherds Pie, Spaghetti meat Sauce
Shopping List : Ground Beef Taco Seasoning Corn Potatoes Sour Cream Shredded Cheese 1 head of iceberg Taco Sauce: Flour Tortillas Butter Milk Flour Beef Bouillon Cubes Pasta Sauce (3 cans) Spaghetti/Pasta 3 boxes stayed tuned to see how much I purchase, cost and more
Digging out
As snow storms bring piles of snow and I find myself, needing to shovel myself out, I think of depression. Whether genetic or situation most find ourself on a cycle of depression of some level and have to dig our selves out. It’s a cycle, and we will rise again. We do our best with…
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