parenting...
By rona_pacana3
@rona_pacana3 (75)
Philippines
February 3, 2010 8:36am CST
Some people are born rich while some has to work hard to earn.
This applies to a single parent i know.
She badly wanted to be there every step of the way oh his only son while growing up but she also has to think of the finances to support both their needs. She tried working hard in a local community near their home but the expenses and income could not meet. An opportunity came for her to work abroad that could cover surely the finances needed but i asked her does she really have to sacrifice being away from her son especially that she is the only parent for her baby?
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@maximax8 (31053)
• United Kingdom
6 Feb 10
It can be challenging for a single parent to meet the expenses of daily living. She might have to pay a mortgage or pay rent. She will have to pay the household bills. She must buy food for her children and clothe them.
It is a shame that the lady that you know struggled to meet her expenses with her low income. If she goes abroad I wonder where her son will live. I know that work abroad can sometimes offer a high salary.
A child needs a loving parent and a home to live in. I hope that the lady's son is happy and safe. I hope that her life is more comfortable if she has found better paid employment. Good luck to her.
@rona_pacana3 (75)
• Philippines
7 Feb 10
Hi maximax. Yes you're right. It is one heck of a challenge for my lady friend.
With all the expenses she's going to handle alone. If she chooses to stay with her child and work here locally, she can't meet their expenses and it's difficult. While if she chooses to work abroad, expenses won't be a problem much but she has to left her child here, maybe with her parents. It's a really tough decision for her to make. And I wish her luck.
Thanks for the concern maximax...
@rona_pacana3 (75)
• Philippines
6 Feb 10
yes. i agree with u. My friend is truly admirable. She did not even consider abortion even if she knew how difficult her situation is going to be. She faced it bravely...
