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07/21/2016
Dr. Laura:
I have been legally divorced since my daughter was only a year old. My ex-husband became physically abusive several months into my pregnancy, and I had to get away. He has never given me a penny and has almost no interaction with our now 16 year old daughter.
I've always been self-employed, so I was able to raise my daughter and stay at home with her. I homeschooled her, and never left her with a babysitter. I don't date, and won't until she's out of college. I've been able to build a business while my daughter is sleeping, waking up at 4:30AM and working until she gets up, so it doesn't take away from my being her mom.
I hope my story helps one of your listeners know that this is worth all the adjustments. Do what you have to do to raise your children. Being an at-home mom is a gift, and seeing my daughter grow into a responsible, confident young woman with strong character is priceless.
Brittany (a faithful and forever grateful listener)
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