シングルマザー Novels & Stories

"He sold you like livestock to cover a gambling debt. She treated you like the dirt beneath her heels while you cooked the very meals that kept her alive. And you want them to just... be poor? To have a roof and a second chance? Did I waste my time on a woman who has no teeth? Tell me, Veronica. When you closed your eyes in that basement, did you dream of them being poor, or did you dream of them being gone?" A slow, cold heat began to rise in my chest, a sensation I had never allowed myself to feel before. I thought of the nights I went hungry because Meredith didn't like the way I seasoned the soup. I thought of Thaddeus looking through me as if I were a piece of furniture he was bored of

Always the gentleman. “You look beautiful,” my mother said, reaching over to squeeze my hand. “Thanks, Mom. So do you.” Adrian sat back down, and for just a second, our eyes met. His expression gave nothing away. “I already ordered wine,” my mother said, pouring me a glass. “The Pinot Noir. You’ll love it.” I took a sip. Then another. Liquid courage. “So,” my mother beamed, looking between us. “How was your first week working together? Adrian said you’re doing wonderfully.”

Hanna looked at her card and read it aloud, "I'm a single mom with four kids, with one daughter who is gravely sick. To support them I need to steal food from the convenience store to feed my children. I'm a target." Margo read hers, "I'm a doctor who got sued by a single mom for prescribing a questionable medicine for one of her daughters' illnesses, I got my license revoked because of malpractice. I'm a killer" Luke read his, "I'm a business owner who owns a convenience store, I got bankrupt because a single mother caused a big loss on my profits seeing that she shoplifted. I'm a killer" Marissa read hers, "I'm a single Mom's daughter, I was gravely ill, not later I found out the medicine

"Mariah, we may not fully comprehend the depth of your love for Adam, but we can see the strength of your resolve. We are your parents, and we will support you, no matter the circumstances." Her mother had nodded in agreement, her eyes filled with compassion. "You are not alone in this, Mariah. We will stand by your side through this journey." Mariah had felt an overwhelming sense of relief and gratitude in that moment. She had been prepared for the worst, but her parents had chosen understanding and love. Their support had been a lifeline, a source of strength as she navigated the challenges of single motherhood.

I’ve really fucked up this time, I just hope that I get the chance to make it right again when we return with Zelena. Tri-Moon began to say their goodbyes and the rest of the warriors started to pile into the buses. A tight fit was an understatement. Every space on the busses was filled, some sitting, some standing, some sitting on top of others. It’s going to be an uncomfortable drive. I was standing by one of the Humvee’s watching Gunner say goodbye to his mother. He leaned down and pressed his forehead to hers while she cupped his cheeks. Her thumb rubbed affectionately over his cheek, as a tear rolled down hers. Their bond is beautiful, and if I'm being honest, I'm envious. The moment th

Paige uttered and sighed. Serene smiled and nodded. "Sure, thanks" she muttered. Paige rolled her eyes and glared at her friend, "what is there to thank me about? You are my best friend, remember? I am only doing what I should and I haven't even done enough for you. But, what can I do? I am helpless myself and I am only stuck at being a third-rate actress with almost no future. Since my parents disowned me after the abortion I got in high school..." Paige paused and sighed while Serene looked at her and pressed her lips together.

He returned the phone, asking, “who is she?” “Apparently, no one knows her name. She is the only daughter of Mr. Stone Steven, the chairman of Steven's organization.” Rathnait explained. “Wow!” He opened his mouth in awe. “I never heard of her.” “No one does. She prefers a lowlife, and has no interest in inheritance,” she explained. “They captured this picture while she was on a run, when her father sent his man to catch her and drag her to America. According to my research, she has done surgery to change her face, and not even her father can recognise.”

him because I remembered again the hardships I suffered just to provide for all of Agatha's needs. He is right because being a single mom is really hard, but as a mother like me, I will do everything to fill all the gaps in my daughter.David and I just talked there about our lives while our friends were doing their own things. I also found out that David's sister is also a single mom, so he is proud of people like us.After we finished talking, Rita called me to give me some hard drinks. I can't say no to her because she doesn't want to stop offering it to me until I take it.Many men also introduced Rita to me, and I only say hi and hello because I'm not interested anymore. I also immediatel

I distinctly heard Yelena Lipton gasp on the other end of the phone, followed by several seconds of silence. "Mom's… gone? H-How could that be? This is just too sudden! I didn't mean to be absent. I-I'll buy tickets for the soonest flight possible and head back right away. Wait for me to come back, okay?" "No need. From now on, you and I should go our separate ways. There's no need for us to be tied together anymore. This is exactly what you want, isn't it?"