Tag Archives: support system

Thank Goodness for That Village!

I am hours away from embarking on several “firsts” for me–my first international business trip, my first international flight, the first time I’ve left my kids for more than a few days–as a long-time single parent, I have to admit that I never imagined I would be able to do all these things or thought I would every have a strong enough support network to trust enough to leave my kids for so long! I suppose this is a great example of why letting others in to help and building a strong support network for a single parent family can … Continue reading →

Who Can You Count On?

If the saying is true that it “takes a village” to raise a child, then the single parent might want to consider a “city” as resource. After all, we are often told that it is all about the “support system” when it comes to being a successful and happy single parent. But, in reality, when the chips are down, who can you count on? It is important to have not just a general idea of who your “support system” is but a good understanding of who those people are who you know you can really count on no matter what. … Continue reading →

Online Calorie Trackers

One of the hardest parts of any diet is trying to keep track of your intake versus your output. An online calorie tracker can make your job easier, if you can maintain your entries and calculations. There are a growing number of online calorie trackers that are available provide dieters with a lot of options and make it easier for dieters to gain control of what they are eating with just a few clicks of a mouse button. Calorie consumption can easily exceed limitations without proper tracking and documentation. It’s especially hard for dieters who are traveling a great deal … Continue reading →