Tag Archives: single mom problem

Landlords

Posted on June 3, 2022 by janieleeds

I need a safe place to vent so here I am. I told the landlords via text that I am having surgery so I was dropping off the June and July rent checks. In that same text, I told them … Continue reading →

Posted in finding happiness at 50, divorce | Tagged rental, ex-wife of a narcissist, single mom problem, bad timing | 10 Comments

I Can’t Stop Crying

Posted on May 6, 2022 by janieleeds

I know it’s silly. I mean, crying doesn’t do much, but I can’t stop the tears from flowing down my face this morning. It’s really early, just the pup and me up, so I thought I’d write because I just … Continue reading →

Posted in heart, women's health | Tagged drama queen, ex-wife of a narcissist, kids come first, mother's day, safe space, single mom problem | 21 Comments

MRI Update

Posted on April 29, 2022 by janieleeds

So I asked the older kid to come with me to the brain MRI. I wasn’t going to ask him. I was just going by myself like I’ve done so many other times even though I’m hugely claustrophobic and hate … Continue reading →

Posted in health, women's health | Tagged brain, ice cream, kids taking care of mom, role reversal, siblings, single mom problem | 16 Comments

I’ll Tell The Kids When I’m Ready

Posted on April 23, 2022 by janieleeds

I thought I was going to tell the kids the other day, but that didn’t happen. Puppy peed on the floor and one kid was so annoyed that I didn’t want to add to the chaos. And then also, because … Continue reading →

Posted in health, heart | Tagged friendship, hospital stay, single mom problem, tell the kids | 7 Comments

Sticks And Stones

Posted on December 3, 2018 by janieleeds

Tempers are heightened around the holidays and it’s like walking through a mine field these days with everyone being so sensitive and easily upset by the littlest thing. It’s hard to find peace when people are so touchy and grouchy. … Continue reading →

Posted in divorce, finding happiness at 50, Uncategorized | Tagged being a single parent, ex-wife of a narcissist, holidays after divorce, kids and divorce, narcissist abuse, single mom problem, sticks and stones may break my bones but names will never hurt me, take the high road | Leave a comment

I Can’t Sleep Because Holidays Are Coming

Posted on November 18, 2018 by janieleeds

I can’t seem to sleep lately and when I do, I’m bombarded by crazy dreams. I guess it’s the upcoming family filled holidays that are thwarting any possibility of peace. Maybe it’s because I feel sad and alone. Maybe it’s … Continue reading →

Posted in divorce, finding happiness at 50 | Tagged alone on the holidays, ex-wife of a narcissist, family, kids and divorce, need a hug, need advice, relationships, single mom problem, Thanksgiving | 18 Comments

Finding The Tool Kit Of Independence

Posted on August 31, 2018 by janieleeds

My toilet needed help as it wasn’t working properly. The chain that connects the stopper to the metal arm had broken. It broke awhile ago and I rigged it with a safety pin which worked great for awhile until it … Continue reading →

Posted in divorce, women 50 | Tagged do it yourself, fixing a toilet, house repairs, I can do it, single mom problem | 12 Comments

I Want To Be Greedy

Posted on May 9, 2018 by janieleeds

I want to be greedy. I want it all and yet, I cannot, for I know me, and that is not my way. While I yearn to leave it all behind and go to him, I stand by my responsibilities … Continue reading →

Posted in divorce, finding happiness at 50, inspiration, love, Uncategorized, women 50 | Tagged being a single mom, family, long distance relationships, past love, relationships, romance, single mom problem, the one that got away, you are not alone | 5 Comments