Attention single parents... ( Archived) (24)

Oct 23, 2007 2:09 AM CST Attention single parents...
Unmatchable
UnmatchableUnmatchableMartinsville, USA22 Threads 790 Posts
Warning: Cheese ahead
Warning # 2: This post is to commend single parents, not give them a stomping ground to bash the opposite gender.


I just want to say bless you all. Single parenthood is so commonplace in this day and age that it's become easy for many of us to forget what a tremendous burden it can be to raise children alone and by yourselves without a traditional family unit. It's time you should receive a little pat on the back because that doesn't seem to happen very often anymore. I myself am not a parent but nonetheless am certainly not without powers of observation. I see your efforts and sacrifices, and I see the struggle you face so... valiantly.

The future and tomorrow's future is brought to be because of you. I hope that every single-parent, man and woman alike, knows that although it may be seldom said these days... your strength of character and the love that drives you, does not go unnoticed. To each of you, your just rewards... may your hopes and aspirations for yourselves and your children, be as a ray of Sunshine lighting the path before you to the fulfillment of all your happiness. Know that you are remembered, and that you are thought of often even by those whom do not make it known. Know that life hasn't forgotten you...

thumbs up
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Oct 23, 2007 2:10 AM CST Attention single parents...
Gothbabe
GothbabeGothbabeDurban, KwaZulu-Natal South Africa59 Threads 2 Polls 1,623 Posts
Thank you so much for that thought...........hug
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Oct 23, 2007 2:19 AM CST Attention single parents...
farley13
farley13farley13GLASGOW, UK47 Threads 433 Posts
kiss thanku x
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Oct 23, 2007 3:05 AM CST Attention single parents...
Unmatchable
UnmatchableUnmatchableMartinsville, USA22 Threads 790 Posts
Oh you're quite welcome. bowing cartwheel
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Oct 23, 2007 3:10 AM CST Attention single parents...
StarliteFantazy
StarliteFantazyStarliteFantazyFantazyLand, Missouri USA33 Threads 2 Polls 3,243 Posts
blushing crying thank you
it really is nice to hear that once in a while and know it's heartfelthandshake
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Oct 23, 2007 3:33 AM CST Attention single parents...
maybesoon
maybesoonmaybesoonthe moon, Queensland Australia16 Threads 1 Polls 951 Posts
I agree, its nice to get a thank you, and heart felt one, it wasnt directed only at single mums, but also single Dads as well, as i am one.

Our roles are the same in bringing up our kids, Well i think it would be,
But I know its bloody hard doing without a partner!!! but our kids are worth it.
Once again , thanks mate.
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Oct 23, 2007 5:43 AM CST Attention single parents...
seadrift
seadriftseadriftBrisbane, Queensland Australia5 Threads 147 Posts
Hey maybesoon
couldn't agree more, it ain't easy
I've got 1 teen and know what your going
through, but i would't swap for anything
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Oct 23, 2007 5:55 AM CST Attention single parents...
ericthall
ericthallericthallAsheville, USA7 Threads 1,284 Posts
I also agree as I too am a single father...
It is not often or even a rare occassion when we also are credited for our role as a single parent.

Kudos to you Sir, A simple acknowledgement can always be encouraging.

It will be interesting to keep an eye on this post to see how many other single fathers are here.

And i agree Man or woman..... Single parenting is difficult, because as much as you try, it is still impossible to actually pull off the role of the missing parent.moping

The Rewards for your efforts are immensesmitten But the challenge is also equally as immensemumbling

Thank you again for such kind words of encouragement.

handshake
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Oct 23, 2007 6:06 AM CST Attention single parents...
LonelyInBC31
LonelyInBC31LonelyInBC31Battle Creek, Michigan USA199 Threads 1 Polls 2,760 Posts
Hell, lets all get married to each other then we dont have to be single parents anymore! Then we can "multi parent" our kids!!

laugh It is tough to be a single parent...especially with the teenagers but I think we are all doing a wonderful job!~thumbs up
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Oct 23, 2007 6:13 AM CST Attention single parents...
spooner
spoonerspoonerBethel, Ohio USA3 Threads 82 Posts
raised mine w/o his mother since he was a baby. he is 18 now and in college with a bright future. was very hard, but wouldnt trade those years for anyone or anything :)
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Oct 23, 2007 6:27 AM CST Attention single parents...
Chele1964
Chele1964Chele1964Pittsboro, Indiana USA48 Threads 2,488 Posts
You just made my day. Thank you so much for your kind words! hug
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Oct 23, 2007 6:36 AM CST Attention single parents...
Roguecop
RoguecopRoguecopElko, Nevada USA218 Threads 3,885 Posts
I've raised my son and daughter alone, it isn't easy
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Oct 23, 2007 6:41 AM CST Attention single parents...
seadrift
seadriftseadriftBrisbane, Queensland Australia5 Threads 147 Posts
Yep I think we are all doing a wonderful job
or trying to,
teens help laugh laugh
all get married,
be one hell of a weddingrolling on the floor laughing
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Oct 23, 2007 6:45 AM CST Attention single parents...
starxie0
starxie0starxie0Williamsport, Pennsylvania USA1 Posts
Thank you so much for your kind words. It is hard to be a single parent for anyone, I'm 19 and mommy to an 8 month old. Even when his father and I were together it was as if I was a single parent. This definitely touched my heart. thank you so much. grin
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Oct 23, 2007 4:17 PM CST Attention single parents...
Unmatchable
UnmatchableUnmatchableMartinsville, USA22 Threads 790 Posts
You guys are great. thumbs up joy
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Oct 23, 2007 4:19 PM CST Attention single parents...
classicrockgirl
classicrockgirlclassicrockgirlInverness, Florida USA12 Threads 2,414 Posts
Thank you. Raised my daughter totally alone with no help, money or emotionally. But she is worth it. Thanks again.
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Oct 23, 2007 9:52 PM CST Attention single parents...
evie_girl_fl
evie_girl_flevie_girl_flFayetteville, North Carolina USA9 Threads 967 Posts
Awwww, that is soooo sweet! thanks, Glad someone understands and appreciate what we single parents go thru!!

wine beer hug
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Oct 23, 2007 10:01 PM CST Attention single parents...
DustyRose28
DustyRose28DustyRose28marshalltown, Iowa USA79 Threads 1,335 Posts
I think that this is the sweetest thing you have ever said and I want to thank you! I am a single parent and try to do everything possible for my child I love him more than life itself. I would give my life for him if needbe and when I saw this thread I just had to reply!!hug hug hug hug hug hug hug
THANK YOU AGAIN!! Also here is a kiss on the cheek for the sweet thread you posted!
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Oct 23, 2007 10:03 PM CST Attention single parents...
mastic55
mastic55mastic55Long Island, New York USA167 Threads 6,859 Posts
Thank you very muck.handshake
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Oct 23, 2007 10:03 PM CST Attention single parents...
mastic55
mastic55mastic55Long Island, New York USA167 Threads 6,859 Posts
"MUCH" my glasses are broken.
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