My Single Mom Life: Stories, Lessons, and a Celebration of Love

by Angela Thomas

The day Angela Thomas sold the only thing she had-the diamond from her engagement ring-to take care of her kids was the day she began to believe they were going to make it. In that decision, the faith she had always talked about became the faith she was going to learn how to live. In the years since, God has given Angela a passionate desire . . . to live an amazing life, even while raising four kids as a single mom. In this book she shares her hard-earned wisdom on loneliness, dating, finances, and parenting, encouraging every solo mom. "As a gift to our children," she says, "we can become healthy moms who are strong and amazing women in spite of our circumstances."

Genres: Parenting, Divorce, Christian

195 pages, Hardcover

First published May 1, 2007

About the author

Angela Thomas is the best-selling author of numerous books including DO YOU THINK I'M BEAUTIFUL and MY SINGLE MOM LIFE. She is a gifted teacher and story-teller speaking to thousands each year. Angela teaches and transparently shares life experiences that draw her and others into a deeper passion for knowing God. Thomas graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill & Dallas Theological Seminary. Angela has filmed and written four video studies with LifeWay including WHEN WALLFLOWERS DANCE. Living in Greensboro, North Carolina, Angela is also a wife, mother and an ordinary woman.

Reviews

[Angela · Rating 3 out of 5]

As a single mom, it is good to read a book that let's you know you are not the only one going through certain struggles and frustrations and fears!

[Crystal · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolute must have for any single momma, old or new.

[Kijuana · Rating 4 out of 5]

A super easy read...not a literary giant, but truly a sweet book full of helpful, practical advice. She is a good person who has found herself in a bad situation as a single mom. I loved her advice that we all have the "potential" to get ourselves in trouble. We have to stay steadfast and "go to bed early" if we are tempted. So funny! I really related to some of her struggles. It did contain a lot of hope and gave me strength to keep trying one more day.

[Colleen]

Wow! I had just started to read this and ended up going with my 2 1/2-yr-old to Emerg. and then a 5-day hospital stay for acute asthma. Angela was a great companion. I recommend this book to any woman, whether a single or married mom. Angela is very transparent and encouraging. It felt like she was with me and I wasn't alone. Can be used as a reference/reminder book too. Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need--so true! (Matt 6:33)

[Monica · Rating 5 out of 5]

A dear friend of mine just surprised me with this book for mother's day. She saw it in the store and thought of me. I am thankful for my friend and her loving heart. This book is full of love, logic, and laughter. It touched my heart.

[Sandra · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've literally been devouring anything and everything that gives sound, biblical advice on how to navigate this season of my single-mom life; Angela's book is packed with just that.

[Allina · Rating 5 out of 5]

I expected this book to be much different. It was well organized, without any judgement, but instead bringing hope and a way to refocus.

[Valerie Ochoa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Angela Thomas is an amazing women, author and Mother. My single mom life is one of the best books I have ever read threw a big challenge. I was going through in life, single mother of 3. I felt I was going through many of the same thoughts, struggles, and the leadership in her words that I believe God lead her to say, “Is amazing.” She is a blessed women.... I hope one day to go to one of her conferences.... I just don't feel as alone when I read her words. I look up to her, and understand everything she has gone through. Angela Thomas Thank You! Please continuing writing.... I hope one day to see you in person Single Moms this is a must read... To be honest I wish everyone single, married, man or women would read this and maybe this would give a person insight on what single moms go through. Thank you again.

[Amanda · Rating 4 out of 5]

The author is "ordinary" (read "basic" in modern parlance) by her own admission. And perhaps that's exactly what makes her story so encouraging. She has ordinary responses to hard life circumstances, just like I do. And she turned to God for protection and provision, and He answered. May I have the same wisdom.

[B.J. Garrett · Rating 5 out of 5]

Best book ever for single moms!

[Anayoelvy Cantero · Rating 5 out of 5]

Es un libro, en mi opinión, interesante,alentador, positivo y lleno de esperanza e inspiración;en el cual la autora relata su testimonio y la manera en la que Dios ha trabajo en su vida. Contiene 240 páginas y ha sido publicado por primera vez en febrero del 2008.
Dentro de sus 12 capítulos he podido verme identificada, aunque mi situación es un poco diferente, pues no he partido de un divorcio, pero lo común es que tengo un hijo, falto de padre (físicamente hablando). Angela va entretejiendo su testimonio de tal manera que aborda áreas y situaciones que toda madre soltera ha atravesado;ella nos muestra,que s través de entregar TODO en manos de Dios, Su gracia siempre la acompañó, NUNCA fue abandonada, el proceso fue difícil pero al final, la bendición ha sido sobre abundante
Puedo catalogarlo como un libro de auto ayuda, en el cual, se reconoce principalmente que la ayuda viene de Dios, pues el hecho de que seamos «madres solteras» no quiere decir que Dios se haya olvidado de nosotras y nuestros hijos, sino todo lo contrario;Él nos llama de manera especial, en Su Palabra lo dice (leer Jeremias31:3 y Salmo103:17)
Te pesa aún ser mamá soltera? A mí ya no, pues he entrado a una etapa en la cual estoy disfrutando toda situación que se me presenta, vivo confiada y anclada en Dios, sé que Caleb y yo estamos en las mejores manos; también sé que seguirá habiendo pruebas, pero Él nos ayudará como hasta ahora, a enfrentarlas.
Te pesa irte a dormir, y saber que solo estarás tú y tu almohada? Tranquila, quizá Dios ya esté trabajando en una compañía para ti, pues a través de este libro, Dios ha hablado a mi vida, haciéndome saber que no necesito a alguien, para hacerlo feliz, o para hacerme feliz, pues la felicidad proviene de Dios;pero! Si puedo esperar y ser parte de la felicidad de alguien, para una relación, también debemos estar preparadas en todas las áreas!

[Aimee · Rating 4 out of 5]

I didn't make it all the way through this the first time... I couldn't make it through the ugly part. I set it down for a while and just recently picked it back up. Made it all the way through it this time.. keeping it handy for a quick reference when needed!

[Amy · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book met me right were I am. It was a huge encouragement, validated what I was feeling and experiencing, and was a much needed kick-in-the-pants reminder of some things I needed to change or work on!

[Nicole · Rating 4 out of 5]

This touches the heart of any single mom who is a Christian.

[Kristin · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was like talking with your best girlfriend who knows what life as a single mom is really like. She's very honest and yet positive and hopeful - a good pep talk for Christian single moms.

[Nmyers · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great book for new single moms and moms that have been singled for a long time. It is very motivating to read and one I have shared with friends going through a divorce.

[Bethany Peterson · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book- and I'm not even single. A great parenting perspective.

[Lillian · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing!

[Erin Tomlinson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing. Such an encouragement!

[Cj · Rating 5 out of 5]

My momma bought this for me a little before or after my oldest was born and I really enjoyed it. It's a must have for any parent in my opinion:-)

[Donna · Rating 5 out of 5]

I adored this book.

[Stacy Schoene · Rating 4 out of 5]

An easy read for any single Mom trying to understand her circumstances and give her faith and hope. This book also has great advice about what to look for should mister right come into the picture.

[Amy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it! I could easily relate to her teachings.

[Lluvia Agustin · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book helped me. The author's advice is spot on. I don't know why this author stopped writing books. Too bad.