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Nov. 9, 2009
Gleaning the Harvest Posted in
Single Moms as Keepers at Home
It's been quite awhile since I've been here to add anything of substance. The Lord had me keep silent, deal with some sin in my life, processes through some anger and forgiveness issues. I just couldn't write. I'm not sure I can yet, but I will soon be drafting some articles for Gleaning the Harvest and thought it best to try to get back on track here also.
So many things in my life have changed in the past year. Through it one thing remains constant. I NEED to be at home with my children. Yes, they are older, but this is where the Lord has called me to be.
I'm so sad for those who don't understand, or don't want to understand how important it is for all mothers, but especially single mothers to be at home with their children.
So, watch here, and at Gleaning the Harvest for forthcoming articles.
Blessings, MaggieRaye
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Nov. 13, 2009 - being home
Posted by Lisa
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Your kids need you. It's no one's business if you choose this route! I'm still praying for your guys and always will. My choice IS to go to work to support my family, but I know well what it costs my kids. With my son's emotional problems I need excellent health insurance and sadly that's how I provide it. Don't let ANYONE make you feel bad. Programs like food stamps were designed for Mom's struggling to raise kids when I Dad wouldn't or couldn't provide. You are welcome to them IMHO! :)
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Nov. 15, 2009 - Accepting Help and Pride
Posted by msphyllis
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Yes, I was one of those people who didn't want to take any government assistance, but I must say, I never begrudged others who needed it. I had worked and spent most of my life as a single woman, got married, and had my son the day before I turned 40; his father divorced me shortly after our boy's first birthday.
I've struggled to work and to provide all that my child needs simultaneously. During this process, I discovered that food, clothes, and shelter are not the only things children need. My child was diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder (Asperger's Syndrome) early last year. He needs me at home, and home is where I now am.
However, due to extremely foolish pride, and not asking for help before it was too late, we suffered through one year and fifteen days of homelessness. We are now housed, and until I can make an adequate living from home, I'll accept the assistance we can get, i.e., food stamps, rides to therapy(ies), medical coverage, etc.
I've recently returned to online university full time and am also looking for an online work opportunity. I should hear something as soon as this coming week regarding my hiring status.
Yes, pride is no longer an issue, and I've discovered that God will use what's available to take care of His own.
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