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The Single Mother's Survival Guide
This book features hundreds of useful and funny tips on support systems, childcare, dealing with the ex, teenagers, self-esteem, and even dating.
112 pages, Paperback
First published March 1, 2000
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About the author
Patrice Karst
29 books60 followersPatrice Karst is the author of the bestselling, contemporary classic children’s (and adults’!) book The Invisible String, which has sold over 1.5 million copies and been translated into seventeen languages. It is the story of the String (made out of love!) that connects us all. The Invisible String book series offers children a tangible understanding of love and teaches the world about the String that “even though you can’t see it with your eyes, you can feel it in your heart and know that you are always connected to everyone you love.”
In addition to being shared by all ages as a gift for many of life’s milestone moments, it is also being used by schools, psychologists, hospices, grief groups, the military, hospitals, prison systems and countless organizations worldwide for any kind of loss or separation issues. A leading title for healing, comfort, celebrations, bereavement and counseling of children and their families since its original publication in
2000, The Invisible String continues to soar because of its timeless message.
Patrice has been on a lifelong mission to share the message that this energy called love transcends time and space and is the most powerful force in all the universe.
Patrice has also written The Invisible String Backpack, Ruby and Lonely, The Invisible Leash: An Invisible String Story Celebrating Love After the Loss of a Pet, The Invisible String Workbook: Creative Activities to Comfort, Calm and Connect, a therapeutic activity book co-written with Dana Wyss, Ph.D., The Invisible Web: An Invisible String Story Celebrating Love and Our Universal Connection, You Are Never Alone: An Invisible String Lullaby and The Smile that Went Around the World.
Born in London, England, Patrice moved to the United States as a child, where she spent many a night pondering the meaning of life under the canopy of stars, and has been on a fascinating creative and spiritual journey ever since.
The single mother of Elijah (now grown) lives near the beach in Ventura, California, where she is currently writing her memoir (and what a wild ride it has been!), working on more stories, and still gazing up in wonder at starry nights.
Patrice loves to hear from her readers! To find out more or to contact Patrice, go to www.patricekarst.com.
If you reach out--she promises to reach back!
In addition to being shared by all ages as a gift for many of life’s milestone moments, it is also being used by schools, psychologists, hospices, grief groups, the military, hospitals, prison systems and countless organizations worldwide for any kind of loss or separation issues. A leading title for healing, comfort, celebrations, bereavement and counseling of children and their families since its original publication in
2000, The Invisible String continues to soar because of its timeless message.
Patrice has been on a lifelong mission to share the message that this energy called love transcends time and space and is the most powerful force in all the universe.
Patrice has also written The Invisible String Backpack, Ruby and Lonely, The Invisible Leash: An Invisible String Story Celebrating Love After the Loss of a Pet, The Invisible String Workbook: Creative Activities to Comfort, Calm and Connect, a therapeutic activity book co-written with Dana Wyss, Ph.D., The Invisible Web: An Invisible String Story Celebrating Love and Our Universal Connection, You Are Never Alone: An Invisible String Lullaby and The Smile that Went Around the World.
Born in London, England, Patrice moved to the United States as a child, where she spent many a night pondering the meaning of life under the canopy of stars, and has been on a fascinating creative and spiritual journey ever since.
The single mother of Elijah (now grown) lives near the beach in Ventura, California, where she is currently writing her memoir (and what a wild ride it has been!), working on more stories, and still gazing up in wonder at starry nights.
Patrice loves to hear from her readers! To find out more or to contact Patrice, go to www.patricekarst.com.
If you reach out--she promises to reach back!
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July 10, 2010
Not bad. Not great, but not bad. Says a lot of what most of us already know- take better care of yourself, get more sleep, stay organized, pay your bills on time and things will be easier. NO KIDDING?! GEE, WHY DIDN'T I THINK OF THAT?
I'll try to keep all that in mind when the alarm goes off after a night that my 3 year old woke up every two hours screaming from nightmares, or when I'm planning out my errand route so as to use the least amount of gas and therefor save on gas money so that I can afford daycare that my ex-husband isn't helping me with.
Sorry if I sound bitter, but it's reality. I love my daughter. I love my life. I wouldn't change a thing. I chose to be a single mom because I would rather do it (semi-)on my own- I'm fortunate to have a great support system- and deal with the ex's BS only when necessary. I would rather my daughter be raised in a home with a strong independent woman who won't tolerate degradation and abuse, who won't settle for anything less than what she deserves than to be in an angry, unhappy, loveless and abusive home that is a little more financially secure. It's not worth it. She deserves better. And so do I.
In spite of the annoying DUH pages of this book, there are several parts that offer good advice and reassurance. Rules for dating ("If he doesn't love your kids, don't love him" - my favorite), building community, teaching the important stuff, and the ten commandments for single mothers were prob my favorites. I read this book in 15 minutes. If you're a single mom, have 15 minutes before bed, and aren't so tired you can barely find the pillow.... well, it can't hurt.
I'll try to keep all that in mind when the alarm goes off after a night that my 3 year old woke up every two hours screaming from nightmares, or when I'm planning out my errand route so as to use the least amount of gas and therefor save on gas money so that I can afford daycare that my ex-husband isn't helping me with.
Sorry if I sound bitter, but it's reality. I love my daughter. I love my life. I wouldn't change a thing. I chose to be a single mom because I would rather do it (semi-)on my own- I'm fortunate to have a great support system- and deal with the ex's BS only when necessary. I would rather my daughter be raised in a home with a strong independent woman who won't tolerate degradation and abuse, who won't settle for anything less than what she deserves than to be in an angry, unhappy, loveless and abusive home that is a little more financially secure. It's not worth it. She deserves better. And so do I.
In spite of the annoying DUH pages of this book, there are several parts that offer good advice and reassurance. Rules for dating ("If he doesn't love your kids, don't love him" - my favorite), building community, teaching the important stuff, and the ten commandments for single mothers were prob my favorites. I read this book in 15 minutes. If you're a single mom, have 15 minutes before bed, and aren't so tired you can barely find the pillow.... well, it can't hurt.
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