Becoming A Single Mom

There has been many events happen in my life that have made the decision of going back to school much easier to make. These events have formed me to be a stronger person, mother, and student. Some of these events have been going through a divorce, becoming a single mother, and most importantly not have an education during that time in my life. Going through a divorce was the hardest trial I have been through and really made me put my faith into God more than I ever had before. I felt so lost and hopeless; I prayed everyday for strength and guidance. I knew with him in my corner anything was possible. I learned that despite always having someone there to support me and my children I could do it on my own. The road wasn’t always easy but I prayed, found …show more content…
I am thankful that I was faced with this because not only did it allow a closeness with my children but it taught me that I am much stronger than I ever gave myself credit for. People have a habit of judging single mothers; I guess it’s just part of society. I learned since becoming a single mother that the struggles are far deeper than what some seem to think. You never know someone’s situation and therefore should never judge. No one knows what goes on behind closed doors, how their past may affect their present time in life, or how they feel like they are about to break inside but have to stay strong for the children. I learned that if I simply put my faith in God and try and live by his way, do what I know I can do and push myself to do things I fear impossible that at the end of the day all will work out. My biggest lesson was that not only is it never too late to go back to school for my degree but it gave me the drive to know I have to and I can. Becoming a single parent has taught me so much about myself and my strengths were endless. Education is so big in today’s society and something that you must have to make it in today’s