Category: Mommy Madness

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Single Parents Resurrect, Refuel and Revive – A Tribute to Easter.

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This is the day that the Lord has made; we will rejoice and be glad in it (Psalms 118:24).

This is a special day in which we celebrate when Jesus Christ resurrected from the dead. While children paint eggs, make bunny ears and enjoy their Easter baskets, single parents are reminded that Jesus Christ died on the cross so their sins would be forgiven. And, this would ensure they would have everlasting life. Subsequently, today is a perfect day for single parents to remember their inner strength and take time to resurrect, refuel, and revive.

Resurrect – Wake up with a sense of renewal and freshness that brings clarity.

Refuel – Read an inspirational or motivational article or book for encouragement.

Renew – Learn about something interesting, thought provoking and new.

Enjoy this day that the Lord has made. Resurrect, Refuel, Renew and be glad in it.

                          -A Lavender Place

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Where Are You Going?

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“When you know where you are going, the universe will clear a path for you.” -Iyanla Vanzant

Dig deep into YOURSELF to find YOUR strengths. YOU’RE in control so make the best choice to guide YOUR destiny.

Allow a transformation to take place and be the best YOU you can be.

Take time today to determine where YOU’RE going and watch the universe shift, realign, and clear a path for YOU!

-A Lavender Place

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When in doubt, TAPP it Out.

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RING!!!! The alarm goes off and scares you to oblivion. You shove the clock to the other side of the night stand and it falls to the floor. At that moment, you realized it was going to be one of “those” days!

You overslept and are unable to satisfy the morning routine of meditation and prayer; there’s no time to blend the protein, vitamin packed smoothie and make lunches for the day. 

The process of waking up the kids is a task, getting them dressed and searching for the tie to complete the school uniform seems endless. Finally, you manage to get everything done and it’s time to walk out of the door.

But wait! You hear a small voice. That voice says, “mommy, I need to use the bathroom.” As you lean against the wall attempting to hold it together, your heart sinks to the pit of your stomach. You drop everything – cell phone, smoothie cup, purse, laptop bag, and lunch. Nooooooo….

That is when you take a moment and TAPP it out!

Take a deep breath

Acknowledge the issue

Put things into perspective

Pray for strength and guidance

Parenthood is one of the most rewarding roles to have. However, we must be honest and recognize it can be one of the most exhausting. I encourage you to find something you enjoy doing to help maintain balance – read a good book, workout, start a blog, take a vacation or try a new class. Learning something new is a good way to boost one’s self confidence.

Share something new you have tried to help maintain balance in your life. I look forward to hearing your responses.