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What do you think about single mothers who go to college?
Here's the deal:
I am a single mom and I go to school, I also work 40 hours a week. I'm trying to gage what society thinks about people like me. I feel like I'm doing the right thing by getting an education, some of my family members have condemned me for not being there for my kids, and this makes me a neglectful and selfish mother. I have to admit that I do not see my children nearly as often as I like, and I do feel guilty for missing a lot, and not being able to nurture them like I want. I also feel though like our standard of living will never be better, and they will never have better opportunities unless I get an education, so to me I guess It's not a black and white issue but varying shades of gray. So am I a monster for putting my kids through this, or am i good mom with the future in mind?
3 Answers
- 8 years agoFavorite Answer
tough one.. I cant imagine being away from my daughter i love being a stay at home mom.. kids really need their parents around.. mostly their mom ! if your kids dont get the love they deserve or crave they will act out .. either when there young or as adults.. they might grow up to be cold hearted and unable to show afffection and think its completly normal to not be around for their kids.. i dont think its right but hey everyone entitled to choose there own path.. i would never be able to abandon my kids like that.. if you think working 40 hours AND going to school is making a life for them.. well i disagree .. they grow day by day you are missing out on their childhood your missing memories and they are missing out on a family .. why have kids if you will throw yourself into work and school.. they need guidance.. if you are this busy making a career for yourself when you get the career you will be just as busy.. its either work or school.. both just isnt fair to the kids.. or maybe do school on weekends and work during the week and fit all your classes into 1 of 2 days.. this way afternoons during the week you can be with them ..why do you think rich kids are so ****** up
- RachelS165Lv 78 years ago
I think you deserve a lot of credit for trying to make a better life for yourself and your kids.
- Anonymous8 years ago
My answer is the same as it was the other time I answered this question.
