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Noteworthy Nugget #21 – Keep Keeping On

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From one single parent to another,

This new year brings renewed spirits and podiums for positive transformations. Be thankful for another 365 days to embrace the gift of a fresh start. A fresh start to explore and accomplish one’s desired purpose. Purpose gives meaning to life so find it and maximize it until it’s complete.

This year will be YOUR year, your time and your season. This is the year you start that new business venture, write that book, further your education, purchase a new home, plan an international vacation, dye your hair, upgrade your wardrobe or take a cooking class. No matter what it is, just do it. This year is your time to make positive things happen for you and those in your circle.

As single parents, our lives are centered around our child’s schedules and immediate needs. Let this moment serve as a reminder to not waste time or the resources available to you – Use them wisely.

Remember, your children deserve the best you so get to the end of your purpose and enjoy success.

Keep growing! Keep learning! Keep keeping on!

All the best,

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Noteworthy Nugget #09 – Give Thanks.

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Enter his gates with thanksgiving
and his courts with praise;
give thanks to him and praise his name.  For the Lord is good and his love endures forever; his faithfulness continues through all generations. (Psalms 100: 4-5)

In the most difficult times it can be challenging to give thanks. As single parents we give, give and give until we’re exhausted. During this process we ask for nothing in return. We only want what’s best for our children. Single parents delay their dreams so their children can have a solid education; good health and strength; and develop nurturing relationships.

Let us be thankful for the opportunity to educate our children. Getting an education is a right. It lays the foundation for many life lessons. It shapes how children think, process, and dissect information. Subsequently, during this process, children find their interests which influence their college major selection.

As a single parent these things are important as they are a sign we’ve raised an independent thinker who can make sound and responsible decisions. A child who has a solid education has all tools which can lead to better opportunities.

Secondly, let us be thankful for the health and strength of our children. It is through our child’s endurance and potential that we gain strength to press on. The constant need to make lemonade out of lemons, even with so few lemons, is challenging. Nevertheless, we make sure our children get regular check ups, eat well-balanced meals, exercise, take vitamins, and drink plenty of water.

Lastly, it is our responsibility to lay the foundation for our children to know the difference between a good friendship and a bad one. It is our responsibility to introduce our children to the mentors and pillars of the community who lead by example. I am thankful for those individuals who have strong morals who value people and the world around them.

On this day of Thanksgiving, it is these things that I am thankful for – the opportunity for my child to have a good education, the blessing of good health and strength; and the gift of people and positive influences.

A Lavender Place,
Thanksgiving 2020