Are you trying to give your kids everything they could possibly want?

Are you secretly competing with their dad and feeling bad because he can buy gifts you can't?

Are you feeling guilty raising kids in a broken home and running yourself ragged trying to make up for that?

In today's episode, we take advice Mary Bell Washington, the widowed, single mother of President George Washington, gives to her son after a crushing defeat in the movie Young Washington .

I'll give you a hint...it's not something money can buy. 

If this episode encourages you, please leave a review and share it with a friend.

God Bless...

Kerri

PS As I upload the audio, I am already rethinking what I said here. Subscribe to catch next week's correction to this episode! :) 

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What do you do when the life you planned is no more?

Last week I went to see the movie Young Washington and found parallels between our first President's life and struggles we face in our families today.

Young George Washington was only eleven years old when his father died. 

This left George to be raised by a single mom and a duty he was required to fulfill.

Overnight, Young Washington's future changed. His opportunities vanished. His responsibilities increased, and the life he envisioned was gone.

Maybe you know exactly how that feels.

I sure do.

Whatever kind of family suffering you've experienced, this episode explores how God continues working even when our plans fall apart.

If this episode encourages you, please leave a review and share it with a friend.

God Bless...

Kerri

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How will you be celebrating America's 250th birthday? Is it just about pool parties, hotdogs, and fireworks or is there more?

As America celebrates 250 years, we reflect on the blessings of freedom, faith, and family. As a suddenly abandoned-while-pregnant single mom of five, I thoroughly appreciate opportunities single moms have in America that women have not had through history and still do not have in many parts of the world.

From the courage of the first settlers and Founding Fathers to the challenges single moms face today, America has a rich tradition of overcoming hardship to finding the hidden good.

While single moms may not face life or death situations as our military does, we all face a common ancient enemy bent on our distruction. Our battles are often fought in our own minds over our eternal souls.

This episode encourages listeners to choose courage over comfort and use the blessings we've been given to build a stronger Christian faith, country, and families. 

God Bless...

Kerri

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You made it through the school year! The days of running kids from event to event, checking homework and praying it is done are over for the year.

You look forward to spending down time this summer.

Summer is supposed to be a time of peace and relaxation, but when kids go with dad and single moms are left alone for extended periods of time, life gets hard.

The Enemy uses that time to amplify three attacks on a woman's psyche.

In today's episode, I share an adventure I went on that broke me out of my summer funk and what you can do to rejuvenate and be a better mom for your kids when they return too. 

If you have questions or a great summer plan you'd like to share, I'd love to hear from you! Send me an email at [email protected]

God Bless...

Kerri

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Fathers are important. They have a unique and special role in the home. It is one women cannot fill but can learn from.

This Father's Day, single moms can honor good men by learning from them.

In today's episode, we discuss advantages children raised in a home with two parents have over those raised in single mom homes and 10 things single moms can do to bring some of what a dad brings back into the home. 

God Bless...

Kerri

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Single mama, have you ever had someone wish you a happy Father's Day?

It happens to most of us at some point or another. I understand the sentiment but cringe too.

Fathers fulfill a unique and important role. It's a role even the best mother cannot fill.

In today's episode, we'll look at the importance of fathers, why father wounds hurt so deeply, and what we can do about the gap in fathering.

Since Father's Day is this Sunday, let's make time to consider and appreciate what defines a real man and a good father. Let's consider the sadness of how far many modern men have fallen from their true vocations, and let's be grateful for the faith-filled, courageous, and loving fathers who are fighting on the right side of this final battle between Jesus and Satan.

Saint Joseph, earthly father of Jesus, pray for our men.

God Bless...

Kerri

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Do negative thoughts or words dominate your conversation?

Whether you are struggling in a relationship with a parent, spouse, or child or are discussing issues in the Church or America itself, words matter.

If you do not building on a foundation of good, the chances of healing wounds and building peace are slim.

No one wants to hear the bad stuff all the time. This is even more true when the bad stuff is about them!

There must be a foundation of recognized and appreciated good to stand on before problems can be safely addressed.

Change your language so your grievance, even legitimate grievance, never trumps your gratitude. 

God Bless...

Kerri

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Should you leave a difficult Marriage?

When is your husband's behavior abusive and leave-worthy and when do you stay and hope things get better?

Michael Jackson's mom, Kathryn, was married to what appears to be a mean, selfish, unfaithful man, and yet she did not divorce him.

She used her suffering for good, but should she have stayed or was her husband's behavior bad enough to qualify as abusive? If so, did she have a moral obligation to leave?

Can kids who stay in very difficult family situations learn good from them or is the only option divorce and what does the Catholic Church say about abuse in marriage?

This is a difficult and sensitive topic. If you are in a dangerous abusive situation, there is help and hope. Please reach out to one of the resources below or contact your local parish. If no one helps, go to the next resource or parish. Keep trying.

You can always email me too. Depending on various factors, I will do what I can to connect you with people who can help. Either way, know I will be praying for you.

Most of all, you know are worth more. You are seen. You are heard. You are Loved. 

God Bless...

Kerri

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Is Memorial Day just about barbecues, pool parties, and living modern the American dream?

Of course not!

In today's episode, we look at the roots of Memorial Day, who started it, and when and where it began.

We'll also look at how to celebrate with your family so you both enjoy the day and remember the fallen because the human cost of Memorial Day cannot be forgotten.

As a single mom, I know how important it is to have a good time this Memorial Day while also honoring the sacredness of the sacrifice of those who died for us. 

Memorial Day is not just a celebration of life.

It's also about the sacredness of crossing into the eternal and gratitude for those who gave their lives so we could live free.

God Bless You and God Bless America...

Kerri

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We live in an era of loneliness, but even when we are surrounded by others we can feel neglected and overlooked.

Mother's Day should have been a joyous occasion, but many women spent the day feeling forgotten or wondering if anyone notices them or remembers the work they did. They wonder if anyone cares about them or appreciates their sacrifice.

It is an awful feeling.

And it is one Our Lord knows well. He is right there with you in this particular suffering.

And the Advocate has special power to turn the suffering of neglect into Joy when you call on Him and patiently wait for His timing!

Sign up for this week's newsletter to further explore overcoming feelings of neglect and the Holy Spirit.

Don't forget - there's still time for subscribers to download "Who Am I Now?" from the link in this week's newsletter. I designed this free coaching booklet to give you questions similar to those I ask women who want to explore their beauty and purpose after betrayal.

You can always reach out to Kerri at [email protected] with show ideas, interview possibilities, and questions too. 

I hope you enjoy today's show! :) 

God Bless...

Kerri

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