To the woman who stands alone, but never truly alone, you are seen and heard. Although this phase falls under the  motherhood phase, I felt extremely called to include an individual love note for you. As a single mom myself, I need you to know you are seen, you are heard, you are worthy, you are deserving, and you are loved beyond measure. I know it’s not always easy, and at times, when you feel the weight of every unspoken thought and every task unmet. But hear this: in these moments, you are still enough. When the days feel heavy, and you can’t remember your own strength, know this: you have always been enough. You were not designed, nor are you required, to be both mom and dad. You were designed whole and with everything you need, they need. Continue to choose to show up every day, loving fiercely and doing your best. You are a safe space. A space they run to when the world feels too loud, when they seek comfort, when they need reassurance that everything will be okay. Give these things to you; you deserve the same gentleness, warmth and grace. And in the moments when you feel like you can’t do it all, remember that there is power in asking for help or simply accomplishing what you can for today, leaving the rest for another day. You are not alone in this. There is a community of women who stand with you — who see you, honor you, and celebrate you.

There is beauty in the journey you walk, honor it.