A Single Mom – Every day is Mother’s Day.

Being a single mother has been probably the most difficult thing I will ever do.  I have had to carry all of the responsibilities, difficulties and stress associated with being a parent all by myself.  I live under tremendous pressure, but still I have kept my sanity.  I have played the roles of mom and dad simultaneously for a many years.  My boys tease me that it is not fair that I get to celebrate both, Mother’s and Father’s Day, but if I can get two days out of the year for them to do chores without complaining, I don’t see why not.  As most single mothers, I too tend to be over protective of my children, but I have learned that you shouldn’t interfere too much with their life, just keep a watchful eye and a firm guiding hand when required.

Although being a single mother has its share of good and bad days, I have to admit it does have its advantages, —I get all of their love and affection, and I don’t have to share.  Being a single mother has made me a stronger person. It has made me independent and courageous. Their love for me is unconditionally, they look up to me.  To them, I am their hero, and that makes me feel even more special than any gift would on a day like Mother’s day.  Despite how hard my life is, I have been blessed with three wonderful boys, and I am eternally grateful!

To many single mothers like me, Mother’s Day is just another day.  You see, when there is no other parent to acknowledge your hard work or throw a little money in for some real flowers, you don’t expect any gifts or special treatments, especially if your kids are still young.

Thankfully, my boys are old enough and this year, I’m expecting to wake up to the smell of an edible breakfast and hopefully not to the sound of the smoke detector. 

I may not get flowers or gifts yet, but I know that I have and will always have the love and respect of my children, because they know my love for them is real and I would never run out on them, so to me every day is mother’s day.

Now, whether you are a single mom or not, being a mother is a demanding role that deserves many thanks and I hope you are rewarded for all of your hard work.

From one mom to another, Happy Mother's Day!