Over time, I learned to embrace my situation and, while different than what I expected parenthood would be for me, I am taking full advantage of it. Being a single parent is uniquely special and I never would have imagined I could be this happy raising a daughter on my own. Sure, I am terrible at doing her hair or putting a cute outfit together. You know what, though? I don’t care. My victories are in things like potty training her, teaching her to tie her shoes, opening her mind through travel, opening her heart by helping her facilitate a project to help the homeless and coaching a Special Olympics team together. I could go on and on. Single fathers first succeed by being present and active.
Damon D’Arienzo/@singledadmagic
Single parenthood in that it’s just you and your kid(s) during your parenting time comes with the freedom to make your own choices. There is a ton of value in that. The time is yours for the taking! Don’t get me wrong – I miss my daughter terribly every day she is with her mother and I wish it could be different. But – ‘news flash’ – it cannot! So take advantage of what this situation is. Rest up on those days your children are away so you have the energy to give them your all when it is your time. Use the time to invest in yourself because our kids require a better us to make a better them…
Damon D’Arienzo/@singledadmagic
Damon D’Arienzo/@singledadmagic
