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First mow of the season was a flop
I came home thinking, Finally, today’s the day! The weather was perfect, the yard needed it, and all I wanted was to get the first mow of the season over with—quick, efficient, done. Instead, I ended up spending $20 on a gas can, making four store trips, and watching oily gasoline pool across my driveway…
💰 How to Become Financially Stable Single Mom 💪
Being a single mom is tough. Tough people outlast tough times. My journey has been one of struggle, sacrifice, and resilience. From homelessness 🏚️ repossession 🚗, eviction 🚪 bad credit 💳❌ I’ve seen rock bottom—& I clawed my way out. You can too! In a tough spot,?–> financial stability is not just possible—it’s achievable. 🚀…
Two pounds of ground burger cooked. (Look at us we meal prepped!)
It’s Spring (But Not Really)The sun and calendar say spring, but here in Vermont, winter lingers. Real spring waits for Maple Fest, when the sap stops running, and sugar shacks quiet down. Until then, boots and shovels stay close—winter’s not done yet.
April 8th: Winter Lingers
Snow fell last night—a nudge from Mother Nature that winter isn’t done yet. Spring still hesitates, and the snow may fade by day’s end, but winter reminds us it won’t bow out quietly.
Morning Devotionals: A Twist
I’m considering revising my morning routine and reinventing morning devotionals as a practice dedicated to self-care, growth, and gratitude—drawing inspiration from the structure of traditional devotionals while leaving spirituality aside. – Self-care: Begin the day intentionally nurturing my physical and emotional well-being. Yoga? Stretching? Water intake? – Growth: Reflect on my goals and set one…
Morning Musings of a Single Mom
6:30 a.m. The alarm has sounded its call three times, and I’ve dutifully snoozed each one. Today, my kiddo gets the luxury of sleeping in—no school. Meanwhile, the clock ticks toward 7:35 a.m., when I need to leave for work. The to-do list beckons, each task awaiting its turn. Coffee. Vitamins. Shower. Dress. Feed the…
We can do hard things
We can do hard things Winter Blues and Daily TriumphsAnother 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…
Winds of Change
Today, I feel the winds of change in the air—a gentle nudge from nature reminding me that nothing stays the same forever. It’s the spring equinox, a turning point where day and night find balance. For a single mother in Vermont, the balance often feels elusive. But today, as I step outside, I see the…
A Day in the Life of a Working Single Mom
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…
Anxiety-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…
Networking is my playground
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…
Sisterly love
**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…
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