Happy Thanksgiving!!
[I want this sign on a T-shirt!]
There are so many things I am thankful for, just to name a few:
My faith in God. He has proven time and time again that He will never leave me nor forsake me. Lord, I thank you for carrying me through some very difficult things this year!
My health. It isn’t the best, but I know how to make it better and I’m well on my way.
My BabyGirl who will be soon referred to as CollegeGirl. She is so beautiful (inside and out) and I have enjoyed watching her blossom into a young lady. I feel blessed that God chose me to be her mom. Side Note: She came to me yesterday and said “Mom, I’m glad you raised me as a single mom. When I think about my father’s life, I believe you made the best decision for us considering the circumstances.” And then, I heard the angels sing. LOL
Unconditional love and support from my family and friends. I’m an introvert and not much of a people person, so I only have a few close family and friends. For those who are able to penetrate my outer shell, I treasure our bond with everything I have in me and I’m ride or die until the end.
Common sense and intuition. I’m a force to be reckoned with, thanks to a balanced life of hard knocks, 18 years of formal education, and 8 years of extraordinary opportunities. But my common sense and intuition have helped me to avoid many common pitfalls. It’s a shame, but there are many people who are smart as a whip (book sense) but dumb as a box of rocks (life).
My career. I love what I do because it fits my personality. The opportunities are endless, every day is different, there is always a challenge to overcome or a fire to extinguish, and everyone thinks their problem is the most critical of the moment. Basically I get paid to pacify very important people, argue persuade people to do what I need them to do, and spend lots of money.
Financial security. This has less to do with dollars and cents, but more about sheer determination. If I am blessed to see another 50+ years, I know that I will always be financially secure. It isn’t that I think I’m immune to misfortune, but I know my source and I’m confident in my ability to rebuild from rock bottom.
This blog. How else would I be able to communicate with all of you? We inspire each other!
Please share with us some of the things you are thankful for.
In the meantime, I hope you all are enjoying this day with your loved ones and creating memories that will last a lifetime. Happy Thanksgiving!
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I’m thankful you share your story. You inspire. Happy Thanksgiving!
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Like you, I’m thankful to have found a job & career I actually like and that I’m making some progress in it. I’m thankful for a lot of things my parents taught me that I never thought would be useful. I’m thankful for the supportive, fun friends I’ve made online through blogging, twitter, etc.
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There are so many things that I am thankful for but the select few are: my health, my family and friends, and given the current economy, I am thankful that I am able to pay my bills AND be able to save money.
It’s so easy to get caught up in the everyday hustle and bustle but sometimes, you need to stop and think about the good things in your life.
I hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
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You are seriously awesome, a true inspiration.
Happy Thanksgiving, Single Ma.
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I am thankful that I found this blog.
I am thankful for my perfect (for me) husband and awesome children.
I am thankful that I still have a job. I know so many who do not.
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I am thankful that GOD allows me another day and loves me unconditionally. I am thankful for my family (includes my close personal friends). I am thankful for everyone (good, bad, and indifferent) that has been in my life. I am thankful for all my experiences (good, bad, and indifferent) that has gotten to where I am today.
SingleMa, I am thankful to you for being a beacon of hope to all that read your blog. You are encouraging and enlightening. You are sharing your life experiences and in the process teaching your readers what it is to be, not only, financially savvy but a good human being.
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Single Ma, you are such an inspiration. The fact that Babygirl can appreciate the decisions that you made regarding her father rather than feel resentment is comforting to know, as I currently worry about this with my child.
You are an outstanding role model to her. Be Blessed!
Reinvented Chick
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Hooray!!! God bless ;)
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Your cartoon was really funny and I agree, it should be on a t-shirt.
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As a single mom, it warms my heart to hear what BG had to say. (From what you share) You are doing a wonderful job with her and she is so blessed to have you as a mom.
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I did a Thanksgiving Post so I won’t worry with blogging in your comment section. But I am Thankful for your blog. You one of my biggest role models here in the blogsphere! Keep up the good work!
Sincerely,
Go
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I have been an avid reader of your blog for a while now, but this is the first time I am leaving a comment. I am grateful for GOD, life, family and friends. I am grateful that in this economy, I still have a job. I am also grateful that I found this blog. You definitely inspire me to get my act together. On a scale of 1-10, I am a 5-6 where money is concerned. And this morning, it dawned on me that I need to get it together where my finances are concerned. The funny thing is when I was thinking this morning and trying to figure out why I suck so much, I decided to encourage myself instead and I had said to myself “If Single Ma” can do this, so can I”….thats when I knew that following your blog has definitely inspired me to be better and do better. Thank you for taking time out to write in this blog. I really hope you continue to do this for a while longer……
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