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๐ค Rest as a Single Mom:Taking Back My Sanity
.Work, parenting, survivalโitโs nonstop but Rest is needed. But I canโt run on empty anymore. ๐ฅ Hard Truth No sick days. No breaks. If I stayed home every time I felt awful, Iโd run out of PTO fast. Rest isnโt about doing nothingโitโs about making life easier. ๐ How I Make it Happen โ Say…
A Day in the Life of a Determined Parent: A Story Blog ๐ ๐ช
Morning: The Battle Begins โ๏ธ Waking up at 5:30 AM, I knew instantlyโthis day was going to be rough ๐ค. That deep, aching kind of sickness had settled in, making even opening my eyes feel like a battle. But there was no time to wallow. By 6 AM, I was out the door ๐, pushing…
Single Mom Asks for help: Restoring faith in humanity
There are days when life throws everything at you all at once, like a messy pile of to-do lists crashing down. That was me recentlyโstaring at my driveway soaked in spilled oily gas โฝ, my fallen tree ๐ณ mocking me from the corner of the yard, the flood-dampened basement ๐ฆ waiting for attention, and the…
First mow of the season was a flop
I came home thinking, Finally, todayโs the day! The weather was perfect, the yard needed it, and all I wanted was to get the first mow of the season over withโquick, efficient, done. Instead, I ended up spending $20 on a gas can, making four store trips, and watching oily gasoline pool across my driveway…
๐ฐ How to Become Financially Stable Single Mom ๐ช
Being a single mom is tough. Tough people outlast tough times. My journey has been one of struggle, sacrifice, and resilience. From homelessness ๐๏ธ repossession ๐, eviction ๐ช bad credit ๐ณโ Iโve seen rock bottomโ& I clawed my way out. You can too! In a tough spot,?–> financial stability is not just possibleโitโs achievable. ๐…
From the heights of Happiness to depths of Disappointment: A Day in the Life of a Single Mom ๐Drive from Work to Hairdresser ๐โ๏ธAfter a busy day at work, I head to the hairdresser to meet my kiddo. $30 later, my hair is freshly cut and ready for another 5 weeks. We make plans for a Mother and Daughter salon appointment the next day. ๐โโ๏ธ๐งDrop Kiddo Off at Home and Deliver for Spark ๐ ๐I drop my kiddo off at home and head out to deliver for Spark. In just 1.5 hours, I make $57. Every little bit helps! ๐ตDinner Time ๐ฝ๏ธBack home, it’s time to make dinner. Duck eggs for the win! ๐ฆ๐ณ We enjoy our meal together, sharing stories and laughter.Bedtime Drama ๐๏ธ๐ปJust as I’m about to go to bed, my kiddo announces that the Chromebook is broken and needs to be replaced. After hearing lamentations about how nothing ever works out, I convince my kiddo that I’ll handle it tomorrow. ๐Financial Reality Check ๐ธToday, I looked at my bank balance and the cost of a new Chromebook. Our mommy-and-me salon event will need to be rescheduled. I also need to reschedule their orthodontist appointment due to final exams. I discovered that I’ll need $90-$100 more to buy a new Chromebook. ๐ปWillingness to Pivot ๐Life as a single mom is full of unexpected challenges. When things don’t go as planned, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. But it’s important to stay flexible and find solutions. Whether it’s rescheduling appointments, finding extra work, or simply taking a deep breath and tackling one problem at a time, we can get through it. The willingness to pivot and adapt is key to navigating the ups and downs of single motherhood. ๐ชLife of a Single Mother ๐ชThis is real single mom life. It’s by far not perfect or glamorous, but there is hope, and it can be done. I want this to be single mom encouragement, despite the challenges, we can make it through. ๐#SingleMomLife #MomJourney #BalancingMotherhood #FinancialChallenges #EncouragementForMoms #RealLifeMom
A Letter to My Younger Self
You Will Make It Let Go of WorryโEverything Works Out Ignore JudgmentโStand in Your Confidence Do Your BestโAnd Let Go of What Isnโt Meant for You Embrace a Growth Mindset YOU CANโGo After Your Dreams Find Joy in the Small Moments You Were Always Enough With love,Your Stronger, Wiser Self
Reclaim Your Time: Automate Your Bills in 5 Simple Steps
๐ธ Automated Bill-Paying System Inspired by The Automatic Millionaire by David Bach ๐ฆ 1. Use One dedicated Account for fixed/reoccurring Bills ๐ 2. Calculate Fixed Monthly Expenses- List & total all recurring bills (rent, utilities, subscriptions). ๐ข 3. Divide by How Often You Are Paid. First, take your total expenses. Then divide by how often…
From Fear to Fierce: My 3-Month Story of Hope & Healing with a Child & Baby on the Way
From Crisis to Stability: My Journey Through Homelessness & Healing Homelessness is an experience that humbles you in ways you never expect. When I found myself in a shelter with my child, pregnant and unemployed, I knew I had to make choices that would allow us to not only survive but also maintain some level…
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How This Single Mom is Making a NYC Vacation Affordable Traveling as a single mom can feel overwhelming, especially when planning a trip to an expensive destination like New York City ๐ฝ. But with the right strategies, you can create unforgettable experiences without breaking the bank! โ๏ธ Choosing the Right Destination A successful trip starts…
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