I am a single mother of 4 children and at times I love it but other times I just want to give up. The hardest part for me about being a single mother is that I have all boys. The ages of my children are 10,6,4, and 3. I thought with having all boys that it would be easier but I was definitely wrong. The hardest part for me is that they are always fighting. When I say fighting I mean verbally or they are wrestling. I'm afraid when they are old enough they are going to break my furniture or each other. The days they do fight is mostly when I feel like giving up. It's hard to get them to listen to me when they act like that.
My boys may drive me crazy at times with the fighting but most of the time they are very lovable. My oldest will help out with his younger brothers. He is always helping his 6 year old brother with homework or help with getting the other kids to clean up after themselves. I don't know what I would do with out my oldest. The 2 youngest are 11 months apart so they have a lot in common. They are the best of friends.
For me there is only one other thing that makes me want to give up which is my financial situation. I wish I could afford to do more fun things with my children but when most of your paycheck goes to bills there's not much you can do. At least I can take them to the park and such. I'm looking forward to graduating and getting a good paying career that way I will be able to do more fun things with my kids.
wow.. cant imagin having all boys but I am close... lol I have 3 girls and one boy.. and hes the oldest. But having 3 girls is no picnic either... they fight more with each other then I did with my brothers and sisters.. Don't worry, they will be fine, and so will you!
ReplyDeleteI have a very good friend who has three boys. All older than yours. I can tell you she went through the same things you are! She survived! You will too! It's not easy being a single mom. I was for many years. Two girls and one boy. Now they are all grown and moved away. I had a small bout with the empty nest syndrome. Like Mary said, you will be fine! Siblings will fight and argue but will be there when they need each other! :)
ReplyDeleteI feel right there with you on the financial situation! I will say I am a single mom too, but of only one and he will be 16 next mth. Because I only had one, he isn't much of a ruckus. He does have 2 half sisters and their other siblings, so it's a crazy house when visiting them. Your oldest will always help you and his brothers, even though he might not like it sometimes. He will still be there for you! Good luck this week and keep on pushing through! You'll get there!
ReplyDeleteThings will get better. My Grandmother always told me, "once your down, there's no where to go but up." So, with that, know that your day is coming. You will be blessed so as long as you continue to do your best.
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