Tag Archives: guilt

My New Mantra – Single Parenting College Kids

Posted on September 21, 2019 by janieleeds

We went through a tough time this summer.  My motherly instinct was fully charged with helping, reminding and desperately trying to help my college kids to avoid learning their lessons the hard way.  I encouraged being proactive instead of procrastinating. … Continue reading →

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Why Do We Beat Ourselves Up As Single Parents?

Posted on March 3, 2019 by janieleeds

A sweet friend’s comment on yesterday’s blog sparked this post (thanks Elaine).  Is it just me or do all of us struggle with parenting?  I think it’s universal, but also I think that when the kids are having difficulties (bullying, … Continue reading →

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Why Smoke?

Posted on August 7, 2018 by janieleeds

Well, so far, day 5 is going good.  I’m still too stuffed up with this cold to smoke which helps tremendously.  But I know that I am a work in progress in the whole quitting smoking arena.  I think many … Continue reading →

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Do You Feel That Heaviness In The Air?

Posted on June 10, 2018 by janieleeds

It’s rainy out today.  My house is a mess.  I have loads of laundry to do.  Why can’t these kids do their own laundry or at least not wait until Sunday to hand me a two ton pile of dirty … Continue reading →

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