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Big Things

mssinglemama — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 12:52:12 +0000

Big things, I tell ya, big things.

I can’t even begin to thank you all enough. Really. Your passion for my little life is quite extraordinary, and as more and more readers join us (many of them not even single moms) I’m thinking that this blog is transforming into a story for everyone.

Something I’ve come to realize over the past few months is that Ms. Single Mama isn’t me – she is each of you – all of the single moms who have inspired me to write my thoughts here.

She is every single woman.

She is every single mother.

She, or he, is every person who wants to find themselves and follow their own path.

But she also has a desire to change and to grow and above all, to make the best of her situation no matter how awful it can be. As this blog continues to transform I want to make sure the single moms, my single moms, have a place to find each other so I’m launching a single moms forum.

All of the credit goes to John Bear though. He suggested I have a forum, I resisted, he suggested again and then again until finally I said, “okay, let’s try it.”

Then he made it… in just one night, just for us.

And guess what I have realized?

Prince Charming.

He does exist. But instead of a sword and a horse he has a laptop and knows code.

Here’s a video explaining just what in the hell the forum is (John Bear had to explain it to me too and it took him weeks to convince me that this was a good idea, but finally I realized that he is totally right). This forum ROCKS.

You are all going to love it, I just know it.

As I mentioned in the video, the next batch of new leaf necklaces are here.

Some of you have said this necklace has a special energy or magic powers… well, that’s what happens when 100 strong women wear something at the same exact time. These are our little charms of strength. Just look at the new leaf photo album, I’m gathering pictures of all the single moms wearing one.

The winner of last week’s believe post (randomly drawn by my closed eyes and wandering finger is Busy Momma 66, who as it turns out is a new single mom with a very, very interesting blog.) ).

My Hero

mssinglemama — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 02:59:06 +0000

I like to call Benjamin my hero.

Because he is. This little guy is my guy and my reason for doing all that I do, day in and day out. I wouldn’t have it any other way because at the end of every little storm he’s there waiting with a big sloppy kiss. But lately I can’t help but notice that Benjamin is growing up on me.

Today we had a snow day. My office, his school – both closed. Before I found out our office was closing I sent my co-workers this e-mail, thought I would share…

Benjamin has a snow day – that means I have to take one with him.
HA HA – SUCKERS!!!! Having kids is great – you should all go out and make one immediately!

I’m so professional. I love it. Not sure if anyone in my office found that e-mail as funny as I did, but it had me laughing for a good two minutes. I am such a dork for admitting that and sharing it. Please don’t make fun of me. And to all of my co-workers – thanks for putting up with me all of the time. I know I can be a pain in the ass.

After a morning and afternoon inside Benjamin and I finally broke through the ice sheet over my door and hopped outside to get to work.

While I shoveled (finally found one in my garage) Benjamin used his push cart to clear snow up and down the drive way. And while I heated up the car he spent a few minutes scraping the ice off of his form of transportation.

He’s also cleaning up after himself, serving himself juice, even helping me find things. But he still throws tantrums and needs tons of cuddling. It must be an odd place for a little man – on the verge of discovering so much.

Today while surfing through my archives I found this post – Prince Charming Can Kiss My Ass – it’s a little testament to Benjamin’s creation. Something you should read if you missed it… short but sweet and, as always, filled with some thought provoking questions.

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And also, two of my dearest single parent blogging friends would appreciate a second or two of your time.

1. Visit SwapMamas.com.

(For the love of saving some cash)

This is the pet project of my beloved Mommy Pie. She and I have been fans of each other’s blogs since way, way back – before most of you were even around. In fact I think there was a time when she and I were the only two people reading each other’s blogs. Her blog – unlike mine – will make you laugh out loud, every single day. The woman is hysterical.

(She’s also met a man, start here to see how and who).

So, back to Swap Mamas – it’s a social network for moms (and dads) who want to share their stuff. Easy as pie. Free stuff = good stuff. Join today and I’ll love you forever (so will Mommy Pie).

2. Give Matt Logelin a Bloggie

(For the love of beautiful blogging)

The Bloggies, awarded annually at SXSW Interactive in Austin, are to blogs as the Oscars are to movies. (Side note: I am planning on going to SXSW again this year – if any of you are, let me know so we can meet up).

Bloggies are reserved only for the best of the best, like Dooce and Pioneer Woman. And Matt, if he wins, would be the first single parent blogger to get the honor. I also – being a blog fanatic – believe that his is a true work of art and one of the best, if not the best, blogs I’ve ever read.

The deadline to vote is February 2nd… cast yours here - and please have your friends and family do so as well. It only takes a second. You’ll find Matt in the Best Topical Blog category.

The Blogger Gods…

mssinglemama — Thu, 22 May 2008 03:16:21 +0000

Have a wicked sense of humor.

One week ago I told Prince Charming To Kiss My Ass. And three days later, the Blogger Gods dumped one on my doorstep. And then five days later, they took him away.

Thanks.

Thanks a lot. Nice way to torture a poor, lonely single mom. I wasn’t lonely before he got here, I was just fine – trucking along my merry little way. And then – poof – there was a man here, in my apartment, cooking, cleaning up, playing with Benjamin, letting me rest, making me laugh, annoying me (just a little) and then looking at me like I was a queen.

What in the hell was that? And how do I forget that it ever happened?

P.S.

I’m sure the said loneliness is just a temporary side effect of having a man suddenly thrust into my life. Should be back to normal soon. And I would write more, but I’m exhausted. But I will give this story the credit it’s due … soon. In the meantime, I’ll be pondering simple twists of fate and catching up on my sleep.

What happens when fate throws you for a loop? I usually just ride it out … and hang on tight, but I never let go of the steering wheel. Us single moms don’t have that luxury.

Prince Charming can kiss my ass

mssinglemama — Wed, 14 May 2008 04:02:41 +0000

Once upon a time, I was in love with my son’s father.

At the beginning, he would make me breakfast every morning. He would hold me tight and whisper sweet nothings into my ear. We couldn’t get enough of each other. The sexy french accent didn’t help either. And when he told me it was “Magic” I believed him. I still believe that. It was magic because we were supposed to make Benjamin.

My little prince charming.

Today, for the first time ever, he told me that he loves me.

“I uuvvv ooooh.”

I uv oooh too, Benjamin.

And if I could do it again. If I had to do it all over again, I would. Because you are my everything. And your toes are pretty damn cute too.

When you’ve already got one prince, can you make room for two? Did you ever believe in a Prince Charming? I know I did. I think I still do. Damn you Disney.