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Evil hides in the shadows.
Fade Into the Night
Philly Heat SeriesBook 5
by Becky Flade
Genre: RomanticSuspense
A man dedicated to unmasking monsters.
The woman who givesfaces to the lost.
Neither can see the evil hiding in plainsight.
FBI Special Agent Noah Danes' investigationinto The Beltway Romeo brings him to Philadelphia and leads to achance encounter with an old friend. Forensic facialreconstructionist Sadie Potter hasn't seen Noah since the sentencingof her mother's murderer four years earlier. Seeing one another in anew light, they both dare to hope for more.
But beforethey can explore their newfound feelings, Sadie's attacked by TheBeltway Romeo.
Fueled with rage and fear, Noah swears toprotect her at all costs. But his fellow profilers turn their focuson Noah, threatening to reveal his deepest secrets to the world.Scarred, depressed, and afraid of losing herself along with her art,Sadie lashes out at the people she loves most...until Romeo makes itclear he hasn't forgotten the victim who got away.
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WhenI was little, I thought everyone had stories in their head. When Ifound out only special people had stories to tell, I wanted to be oneof the magical ones who shared their stories with the world. I wrotemy first book in kindergarten with the help of my teacher, Mrs.Daniels. My mom – my biggest fan and most ardent supporter – hasthat little crayon-drawn book tucked into the pages of her familybible. It took almost thirty years to get from there to published buthere I am, making my own dreams come true, one happily ever after ata time.
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A man dedicated to unmasking monsters.
The woman who gives faces to the lost.
Neither can see the evil hiding in plain sight.
FBI Special Agent Noah Danes’ investigation into The Beltway Romeo brings him to Philadelphia and leads to a chance encounter with an old friend. Forensic facial reconstructionist Sadie Potter hasn’t seen Noah since the sentencing of her mother's murderer four years earlier. Seeing one another in a new light, they both dare to hope for more.
But before they can explore their newfound feelings, Sadie’s attacked by The Beltway Romeo.
Fueled with rage and fear, Noah swears to protect her at all costs. But his fellow profilers turn their focus on Noah, threatening to reveal his deepest secrets to the world. Scarred, depressed, and afraid of losing herself along with her art, Sadie lashes out at the people she loves most…until Romeo makes it clear he hasn’t forgotten the victim who got away.
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💀 EXCERPT 💀Dulcettones from bow and string created grace as music soared to the vaulted ceilingand images of horror panned across the wall. Blood and rose petals littered thechampagne-colored carpet. Candles reduced to hardened puddles on occasional tables,their frozen drips streaked toward the floor. Every detail designed to draw theviewer’s gaze to the dead woman spread eagle in the center of the room, herhands and feet staked with metal tent posts. Her eyelids removed and her torsocarved, she’d been butchered and displayed in the most gruesome definition ofthe word. One image transitioned into another, a macabre carousel.
Close-upsof the damage to the body gave way to distance shots of the room, taken fromseparate angles. As detailed and distressing as it was, it couldn’t recreatethe smell of death. Feces, urine, blood, and the sickly, sweet scent of rosesmixed with the sandalwood from the scented candles and permeated the room. Thefaint odor of the initial officer's vomit wafted in from beyond the open door.He could show them, but they’d never know. The last photo, the room after thebody was removed, filled the screen as the music faded to silence.
“Lightson.” Special Supervisory Agent Noah Danes catalogued the expressions of thethirty bureau cadets in the lecture hall. He punched back to the first photo.The full image of the room with the corpse showcased dead center. “This is howReston police found the body of Caitlyn Jones. They were responding to a noisecomplaint. The music we just heard, Adagio in G Minor, composed by TomasoAlbinoni, played on the stereo system at full volume. We asked them to securethe residence, and advised them to touch nothing, not even the stereo, until wearrived to document the scene. You’re seeing it as I did. What do you see?”
“Thesecond victim of the Beltway Romeo,” a voice sounded from the back.
Noahnodded. “That’s the name the press has given him, not law enforcement. The bodyof the first victim, Stephanie Jackson, was found in her Frederick, Marylandhome. Because they have, annually, more than four times the violent crime ofReston, they were prepared to handle the scene there. Reston PD knew they wereout of their depth and were familiar enough with the details of the Jacksonmurder to request immediate help to process the scene. Since then, theBehavioral Analysis Unit here at Quantico has acted as a judicial clearinghousein this investigation. Who can explain what I mean, and extra points if you cantell me how we navigated the multi-jurisdictional morass?” Hands shot up.“Sciarrillo.”
“Oneway to elude law enforcement is to change jurisdictions.” Sciarrillo was aformer military officer. What was euphemistically referred to as a door kickerbut he was smart and had excellent instincts. The BAU would bore him, but he’dprove a formidable field agent. “Even in our digital age, communicationsbetween local law enforcement in different counties, and differing states,leave a lot to be desired. The Behavioral Analysis Unit both collects anddisseminates information to various law enforcement agencies. It’s kind ofbrilliant. As soon as Romeo crossed state lines, the FBI claimed jurisdictionover all his crimes.”
“Good.Hicks?”
Theyoung woman lowered her hand. She, like so many younger recruits, held a lawdegree. Extraordinarily intelligent, overachiever, destined for a career ingovernment, politics, or maybe a judicial seat. She’d rise through the ranks inwhite collar crime. “Doesn’t Romeo present as too intelligent to make themistake of earning the FBI’s attention?”
“Yes.However, let’s remember. By spreading his kills out, he makes them harder tolink. It was a calculated risk.” Though true, he didn’t believe it himself.There was something more to this pattern. Speaking of. “There are eight victimsto date. Each woman was single, successful, and upwardly mobile. They heldpowerful jobs in the capital and lived in communities accessible by the Beltwayor the northeast corridor. As fresh evidence is discovered, we refine ourconclusions and ViCAP is updated. For those of you who may not know, althoughby now you should, ViCAP stands for the Violent Criminal Apprehension Program.It enables local law enforcement agencies to collect, enter, and analyze theirown violent crime information. It facilitates the identification of similarcases on a regional, state, and national basis. As in all things, it’s only asgood as the information added to it.” He nodded and clicked on another photo.“What else do you see?”
“Hetortures them. Removes their eyelids and forces them to watch what he’s doingto them until they die.”
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October 6, 2023
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September 26, 2023
A scary-good romantic thriller where no one is to be trusted #MFRWHooks #NewRelease
Beautiful Dangerous
💀 Philly Heat Series #4 💀
It’s exquisite torture watching you. For your sake, I hope you meet my expectations... Public Defender Hannah Patel is being stalked by a man obsessed. Detective Doyle Murphy hopes to redeem himself by protecting Hannah, but neither expect their forced closeness to create genuine feelings. Their burgeoning romance pushes her stalker over the edge. Into murder.
Will love or madness win?
💀 EXCERPT 💀
TheJanuary air was sharp as shattered glass in Hannah’s lungs. The scull slicedthrough the water soundlessly; the oars cut through with precision as shepumped and pushed her legs and arms in a familiar rhythm. Embraced the burn inher muscles. It was early; the sun hadn’t fully breached the horizon, but herswas not the only boat on the river. A college crew sped past, their coxswainnodding to her as they passed. She was on the last leg, approaching theclubhouse at the far end of Boathouse Row, when she pulled in her oars and letthe momentum take her home as the sun glowed orange over the skyline of CenterCity.
Ineeded this. The solitude and quiet. The solace I always find on the water. Ineed the calm to carry me through the day.
Shelifted the bow side oar and glided alongside the stage before climbing out withpracticed grace. She stood and stretched, pulled off her cap and wiped thelight sheen of sweat from her brow. Hannah rowed all year, conditions allowing,and though sometimes the river froze, winter was her favorite. In the dog daysof summer, the algae and pollen created a pungent film on the water’s surface,which hindered the oars. Cold meant clean. “This is perfect.”
Pullingher single scull from the river was the hardest part, and she did iteffortlessly. She’d rowed since college and had deceptively muscular legs andarms. With the oars in one hand and the boat over her shoulder, she carried hergear to the clubhouse and secured it in the garage. It had been converted intoa storage area for boats and gear decades prior, but was still called thegarage.
Twentyminutes later, dressed in her favorite charcoal pencil skirt and a silky blousethe color of ripe peaches, her long black hair–still damp from theshower–plaited down her back, Hannah pulled a thick wool cap over her ears andslipped into the cashmere coat her parents gave her for Christmas. She hurriedacross Kelly Drive and onto Lemon Hill Drive, where she’d parked her car ninetyminutes earlier.
Hermother hated the Mazda. Thought she should drive something small, sporty, andfeminine. Hannah considered it, and, despite her secret infatuation with thePorsche Carrera, chose the sport utility vehicle. Sculling, skiing, and hervolunteer work at the Women’s Humane Society Animal Shelter in Olde City madethe compact SUV the better choice. Frosty morning sunlight glinted off thechrome detailing. Hannah smiled. And she’s pretty.
Withthe fob in her hand, she remotely started the car, used her foot to open theliftgate and tossed her duffel bag in the back. She’d had it customized fortransporting animals and no matter how funky her gear got, or muddy, or sandy,she wouldn’t damage her interior. She shivered, closed the hatch, and unlockedthe doors. With one foot in the car, and her body half in the seat, she froze.
Astandard piece of paper, folded in half and tucked under the windshield wiper,fluttered in the icy breeze. Dread curled in her stomach. The coppery taste offear coated her tongue. She reached for it, slowly, cautiously, as though itwould bite her if she moved too quickly, and picked it off her windshield. Shechecked the back seat. Empty. Checked it again. Hopped into the driver’s seat,and locked the door. She waited a second, two, before unfolding the sheet.
It’sexquisite torture watching you. Wondering how those powerful legs will feelwrapped
aroundme. How the muscles in your arms will quiver under restraints. I’ll know soon.
Foryour sake, I hope you meet my expectations.
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September 21, 2023
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It’sexquisite torture watching you.
For your sake, I hope you meet myexpectations...
BeautifulDangerous
PhillyHeat Series #4
byBecky Flade
Genre:Romantic Thriller, Suspense
It’sexquisite torture watching you. For your sake, I hope you meet myexpectations...
Inthe year following her brother’s tragic murder, Public DefenderHannah Patel withdrew into the comfort of family and career. As timepassed, the man obsessed with her became a terrifying threat.
Afatal error caused Detective Doyle Murphy to doubt his future in lawenforcement, but protecting Hannah presents an opportunity forredemption. Neither expect their forced closeness to create genuinefeelings.
As their burgeoning romance grows, it pushes herstalker over the edge.
Will love win? Or will madness?
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WhenI was little, I thought everyone had stories in their head. When Ifound out only special people had stories to tell, I wanted to be oneof the magical ones who shared their stories with the world. I wrotemy first book in kindergarten with the help of my teacher, Mrs.Daniels. My mom – my biggest fan and most ardent supporter – hasthat little crayon-drawn book tucked into the pages of her familybible. It took almost thirty years to get from there to published buthere I am, making my own dreams come true, one happily ever after ata time.
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In the year following her brother’s tragic murder, Public Defender Hannah Patel withdrew into the comfort of family and career. As time passed, the man obsessed with her became a terrifying threat.
A fatal error caused Detective Doyle Murphy to doubt his future in law enforcement, but protecting Hannah presents an opportunity for redemption. Neither expect their forced closeness to create genuine feelings.
As their burgeoning romance grows, it pushes her stalker over the edge.
Will love win? Or will madness?
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💀 EXCERPT 💀The January air was sharp as shattered glass in Hannah’s lungs. The scull sliced through the water soundlessly; the oars cut through with precision as she pumped and pushed her legs and arms in a familiar rhythm. Embraced the burn in her muscles. It was early; the sun hadn’t fully breached the horizon, but hers was not the only boat on the river. A college crew sped past, their coxswain nodding to her as they passed. She was on the last leg, approaching the clubhouse at the far end of Boathouse Row, when she pulled in her oars and let the momentum take her home as the sun glowed orange over the skyline of Center City.
I needed this. The solitude and quiet. The solace I always find on the water. I need the calm to carry me through the day.
She lifted the bow side oar and glided alongside the stage before climbing out with practiced grace. She stood and stretched, pulled off her cap and wiped the light sheen of sweat from her brow. Hannah rowed all year, conditions allowing, and though sometimes the river froze, winter was her favorite. In the dog days of summer, the algae and pollen created a pungent film on the water’s surface, which hindered the oars. Cold meant clean. “This is perfect.”
Pulling her single scull from the river was the hardest part, and she did it effortlessly. She’d rowed since college and had deceptively muscular legs and arms. With the oars in one hand and the boat over her shoulder, she carried her gear to the clubhouse and secured it in the garage. It had been converted into a storage area for boats and gear decades prior, but was still called the garage.
Twenty minutes later, dressed in her favorite charcoal pencil skirt and a silky blouse the color of ripe peaches, her long black hair–still damp from the shower–plaited down her back, Hannah pulled a thick wool cap over her ears and slipped into the cashmere coat her parents gave her for Christmas. She hurried across Kelly Drive and onto Lemon Hill Drive, where she’d parked her car ninety minutes earlier.
Her mother hated the Mazda. Thought she should drive something small, sporty, and feminine. Hannah considered it, and, despite her secret infatuation with the Porsche Carrera, chose the sport utility vehicle. Sculling, skiing, and her volunteer work at the Women’s Humane Society Animal Shelter in Olde City made the compact SUV the better choice. Frosty morning sunlight glinted off the chrome detailing. Hannah smiled. And she’s pretty.
With the fob in her hand, she remotely started the car, used her foot to open the liftgate and tossed her duffel bag in the back. She’d had it customized for transporting animals and no matter how funky her gear got, or muddy, or sandy, she wouldn’t damage her interior. She shivered, closed the hatch, and unlocked the doors. With one foot in the car, and her body half in the seat, she froze.
A standard piece of paper, folded in half and tucked under the windshield wiper, fluttered in the icy breeze. Dread curled in her stomach. The coppery taste of fear coated her tongue. She reached for it, slowly, cautiously, as though it would bite her if she moved too quickly, and picked it off her windshield. She checked the back seat. Empty. Checked it again. Hopped into the driver’s seat, and locked the door. She waited a second, two, before unfolding the sheet.
It’s exquisite torture watching you. Wondering how those powerful legs will feel wrapped around me. How the muscles in your arms will quiver under restraints. I’ll know soon. For your sake, I hope you meet my expectations.
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July 17, 2023
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May 16, 2023
New Beginnings
Everyone Should ExperienceNew Beginnings
The feeling of a newschool year is one that everyone should experience in their lifetime. There issomething about the fresh start and the possibility of new beginnings that isso exciting.
Of course, new beginningsdon’t just happen at the start of a new school year. They can happen anytime,anywhere. Here’s a selection new beginnings everyone should experience in theirlifetime:
https://unsplash.com/@baciutudoThe first day of a new job
The first day of a new jobis a crucial moment for everyone. It marks the beginning of exciting times andthe potential for learning and growth that accompanies each new workexperience.
The first day of a new jobis not just about the job itself. It is also a chance to get to know yourfuture coworkers and build relationships that will help you as you get settledin to the job. It's a time to learn the company culture and understand theexpectations of your role.
On your first day of a newjob, it’s important to arrive prepared with a positive attitude and an openmind. Make sure to dress appropriately, be punctual and show enthusiasm foryour new role. Don’t be afraid to ask questions and get to know the people youwill be working with.
The first day of a new jobis a great opportunity to make a good first impression. Make sure to make themost of it so you can start your new job on the right foot!
https://unsplash.com/@jwwhittFalling in love
Falling in love is a newbeginning that always carries with it a whirlwind of emotions. Nothing comparesto the feeling of experiencing something new, being surrounded by butterflies,and having someone understand you like no one else ever has.
Finding love can make youfeel like you can do anything. But, it is also a time for self-reflection andself-discovery. Before jumping into a relationship, ask yourself: Am I readyfor a relationship? What kind of relationship am I looking for?
The most important thingfor a healthy relationship is communication. When it comes to expressing yourfeelings and needs, choose your words carefully. Respect your partner’sthoughts, feelings and opinion. Make sure to listen to your partner beforeexpressing your own thoughts.
Be honest with yourpartner and always aim for a win-win situation. Remember that relationships canblossom when there is love, understanding, respect, trust and shared values.
https://unsplash.com/@sincerelymedia Going on an adventure
Going on an adventure cangive life a heck of a shakeup, and could provide plenty of new beginnings andlife lessons. Traveling creates new opportunities, experiences, and challengesthat push you out of your comfort zone.
Take risks and jump intothe unknown. Go big or go home! Why not summit new heights, explore naturalwonders, and discover a world of culture that is only a plane journey away.
It is an opportunity tomeet new people, who become permanent friends. You also find out what you'recapable of by testing yourself physically, mentally and emotionally. Whetherit’s a gap year, a backpacking adventure, or any other kind of travel, going onan adventure is about forming memories that will last a lifetime.
Just remember to do yourdue diligence before embarking on your journey. Make sure to research theplaces you’re visiting, plan as much as you can, be mindful of both thepositives and the negatives and always put your safety and experience first. Alittle preparation goes a long way when it comes to a safe, comfortable, andawe-inspiring adventure, so do your homework and get ready to go on a wildride!
https://unsplash.com/@alexagorn Taking risks
Taking risks is a greatway to start anew, no matter what situation you’re in. It’s important toidentify areas in your life where you might be playing it too safe, and tocreate opportunities to push yourself out of your comfort zone.
Taking risks can be scaryand unpredictable, but navigating uncertainty is an excellent way of creatingnew beginnings. Consider taking risks in the form of moving abroad, quitting ajob, starting your own business, entering a competition, launching a product,or any other ‘leap of faith’ that you’ve been afraid to take. Obviously, doyour best to reduce any potential downside risk by doing your research andplanning ahead.
Allow yourself to takerisks and embrace any successes, as well as any failures, with open arms. If arisk you take doesn’t work out, it’s important to acknowledge the value of theexperience, instead of seeing it as only a negative. Rejecting failure willonly hinder you from reaching your goals and creating the life that you want.Instead, use the experience to learn and adjust your risk-taking approach, soyou can keep taking chances and grow as an individual.
https://unsplash.com/@alexagorn Learning a new skill
Learning a new skill is agreat way to start a new venture. It can open you up to new possibilities,helps you grow and work on yourself. Plus, it may even help you land a new jobor reach success in a new venture.
Take the time to identifythe skills and knowledge gaps you have and make a plan for filling them.Research classes, boot-camps and other kinds of courses in those topics – evenif they’re only offered in your own hometown.
It’s also wise to takeadvantage of free resources to gain knowledge on a particular skill. Platformslike YouTube and free online courses can fill you in on a particular topic orprovide practical know-how. For example, if you want to become a web developer,there are a wealth of free tutorials, tools, and workbooks to get you started,no matter your experience level.
Learning a new skill cannot only give you a break from your everyday life, but also provide you with anew way of looking at the world and engaging in life-altering activities. Startlooking for ways to challenge yourself and hit the refresh button on your life– learning a new skill can help you do just that.
https://unsplash.com/@curtavius Getting Out of Your Comfort Zone
Getting out of one’scomfort zone is important for personal growth. It can be mentally exhausting,but the rewards outweigh the downside.
This could mean anythingfrom going for a solo trip, to taking an unfamiliar route, to taking anunfamiliar job. It’s natural to feel overwhelmed when you’re in an unfamiliarterritory. The key is to focus on why you are doing it and remind yourself thatthis is part of life’s normal process. The best way to overcome initialhesitation is to participate in activities that you find interesting andmeaningful.
Start small, build yourconfidence and work your way up to the scary stuff. From there, you’ll feelmotivated to make more daring decisions. For example, if you have a fear ofpublic speaking, start by giving short speeches to your friends and family,then move onto bigger audiences. If you’re afraid of heights, take hikes inmountains, then move onto skydiving or rock-climbing!
Getting out of yourcomfort zone will also make you feel more confident. It will help you realizethat you possess unique talents you never knew about and create mindset shifts.When you get out of your comfort zone and succeed, you’re sure to be amazed athow capable and powerful you can be.
https://unsplash.com/@priscilladupreez Overcoming a fear
We are often faced withmoments where we have to overcome a fear of something. Fear is natural, andit's okay to feel scared, but it's even more important to remember that fear issomething that can be conquered with effort.
Here are some tips to helpyou overcome a fear and gain newfound confidence:
1. Identify your fear. Take the time to reflect on the thingsyou fear and visualize those fears. Once you have a clear sense of what scaresyou, you can better understand how to confront it.
2. Acknowledge your feelings. Recognize that your feelings aboutyour fear are valid and along with it come with some anxiety. Being able toacknowledge that you are scared and still making the effort to overcome it willhelp you in the long run.
3. Take small steps. Your fear doesn't have to stay with youforever. Focus on the small victories and take it one step at a time.Recognizing the small wins will boost your confidence and help you see thatalthough it may be difficult, you can still overcome your fear.
4. Face the fear head on. Once you have prepared yourselfmentally, face the fear head on. Prepare yourself with a safe approach thatwill help you confront the fear in a healthy way, setting yourself up forsuccess.
5. Repeat as necessary. If you experience an anxiety attack,take some time to breathe and calm down. You can try mindfulness exercises,meditation.
https://unsplash.com/@benwhitephotogr... Getting over a heartbreak
Getting over a heartbreakis not easy, but it is something that everyone should experience in theirlifetime. A broken heart can make us feel helpless, lonely and hopeless. But itis possible to pick up the pieces and move on.
The first step is torecognize that you are hurt and accept your emotions. Acknowledge that the painis happening, and give yourself permission to grieve and feel the hurt.
Focus on the presentmoment, and try to find activities that make you happy. Take long walks,reconnect with friends, try out new hobbies, or take a short break from dating.
Being mindful of thepresent moment also enables us to put distance between ourselves and ourheartache. Spend some time in nature, or do any activity that calms your mindand reminds you of the beauty of life.
Take care of yourself.Make sure that you are eating right, sleeping well, and exercising regularly.Eat healthy foods, stay away from processed food. Exercise releases endorphinsthat can reduce the pain of the heartache.
It’s also a good idea tofind people you can talk to, whether it’s to a family member or a close friend.Being able to talk to someone who understands your pain and shares similarexperiences can be therapeutic.
Finally, make a promise toyourself that you won’t let the experience define you or your futurerelationships. Allow yourself to be vulnerable.
https://unsplash.com/@gusmorettaa Letting go
Letting go is one of thenew beginnings everyone should experience in their lifetime. It is a freeingexperience, but also a difficult one. When you let go, you are giving upsomething that is familiar and comfortable and committing to being open tosomething new.
Letting go involvesaccepting that some things can no longer be the same, and allowing things tochange. It is about allowing yourself to pause, to reflect on the situation andlet go of expectations, habits and behaviors that no longer serve you.
Letting go can be done inmany ways and it does not mean getting rid of something entirely. It can bereleasing expectations and beliefs you are carrying about someone or asituation, allowing yourself to experiment and try new things, or forgivingyourself or another person. It can also be as simple as unplugging fromtechnology and spending time in nature.
Whatever it looks like foryou, letting go can be a powerful and liberating experience, and a positive newbeginnings that you should experience at least once in your lifetime.
https://unsplash.com/@lucadg Starting over
Starting over is anessential new beginning everyone should experience in their lifetime.Restarting or making a fresh start can be a difficult and challenging process butit is an empowering experience as well.
The process of startingover can take many forms. Sometimes it involves closing one door in order toopen another. It may require releasing attachments to something that is notworking in our lives, and allowing ourselves to begin something new. It is alsopossible that starting over involves letting go of the things we used to do andof our old identities.
Starting over gives youthe opportunity to reclaim your sense of self and start anew. It meanssomething different for each person, however it is an important process ofdiscovery and growth. To start over you have to have the courage to take a riskand follow your intuition. It can be a scary process and it takes time, but italso allows space for creativity and opening up to a new way of being or doingsomething.
Starting over can be anopportunity to nurture yourself, take care of yourself, and create a newversion of your life—one that better serves your needs and brings more joy.
May 2, 2023
A Day In The Life Of A Single Mom
https://unsplash.com/@shnautsherEvery morning, the single mom wakes up early to get her children ready for school and herself ready for work. For the single mom, it is a race against the clock. She hustles to get dressed for work, pack lunches for the kids, and make sure her children are on the bus on time.Once the kids are on the bus, she quickly tidies the house and gets breakfast for her and her children before she leaves for work. This is usually done in the car, since it is impossible to fit it in along with all of the other tasks.
For the single mom, this is just the start of her long day. She will face many more challenges during the day, but she is always up to the task!
https://unsplash.com/@hosseinmoradiThe single mom knows that balancing work and motherhood can be a struggle. After she gets to work, she feels guilty for having to leave her kids behind. At the same time, she is thankful for the job that allows her to support her family financially.The single mom must try to stay on top of both her duties at work and her duties at home. During her work hours she is answering emails, attending meetings, and finishing tasks. But in between, she is texting her children, checking their homework, and calling to see if they have arrived at their destination safely.
The single mom must prioritize her responsibilities in order to make sure everything gets done. She must also be aware that some tasks can wait in order to give her children the attention they need. In the end, it is all worth the effort to see her children thrive and reach their goals despite the odds.
https://unsplash.com/@leekosThe single mom does not have the luxury of being able to forget about her to-do list when she leaves for work. As much as she might want to forget about it, she knows that when she comes home those tasks need to be taken care of.Her to-do list could consist of simple tasks such as doing the laundry or cleaning the house, and more complex ones such as helping her children with their school projects. Some days it can seem nearly impossible to get through everything.
The single mom also must try to find time for herself on her never-ending list. A relaxing evening alone, a movie night with the family, or a spa day are just some of the ways she can treat herself.
At the end of a long day, the single mom knows that the tasks on her list may not be completed. Regardless, she can take pride in the fact that she managed to juggle her responsibilities and make the best of her given situation.
https://unsplash.com/@shnautsherThe single mom does not have the luxury of not worrying about what is happening at home or with the children. Constant worry for the well-being of her children is part of the job, but it doesn’t make it any less overwhelming. The single mom must think of the “what-ifs” while at work and make sure that she is prepared for any potential emergencies.The single mom must worry about the potential of her children becoming ill and not having a partner to lean on in order to take care of them. She must worry about her children’s future and if they have all the resources they need in order to succeed.
Worrying about the financial strain that comes with single parenting can be equally daunting. Single moms must worry about providing their children with healthy meals and clothing, making sure that their bills are paid on time and any potential debt.
Worrying is an automatic part of the job, and it is hard for single moms to turn off the fear of the unknown. But one key thing that single moms need to always keep in mind is that as long as they are doing their best, their children will succeed.
https://unsplash.com/@vonshnauzerIn the midst of all the struggles that single moms face every single day, they are also faced with moments of pure joy. Seeing the babies reach milestones and having the opportunity to watch them grow is a beautiful thing.The moment when a single mom is able to have a much needed date-night with her kids or a family outing is a moment worth celebrating. Being able to have the financial stability to be able to have those moments is a special kind of accomplishment that single moms strive to have.
The moments of authentic connection between a single mom and her children is enough to light up the dark night and make it all worth it. Watching a daughter take her first steps, hearing a son call out “Mommy” for the first time, and getting hugs from children are all worthy moments of love that keep single mothers going.
No matter how hard single moms work, and how much opposition arises, the triumph in being able to succeed despite it all is worth celebrating. The moments of triumph, however tiny, provide enough strength to muddle through the tough times and the days of uncertainty.
https://unsplash.com/@jasonhoganThe life of a single mother is undoubtedly one of struggle, sacrifice, and overcoming. Despite the massive challenges that stand in their way, single moms remain strong and determined. They put their children first and above all, despite their lack of resources, time and energy.A single mom's life is never easy. No one ever said it would be. But it is a beautiful journey filled with those special moments of triumph no matter how small or how fleeting. Their ability to remain positive and stay determined amidst all the difficulties is their greatest force, allowing them to keep pushing and reach success.
The life of a single mom is proof that no matter what odds are against you, there is still hope. That even the smallest victories are worth celebrating and that it doesn't matter how you get there as long as you put in the work.
It is a beautiful reminder that no matter how dark the night, there will be a brighter morning to come.
