July 21, 2016
If I Can Do It, You Can Too!

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)


Posted by Staff at 1:30 PM