A Mother's Survival Techniques Against the Jungle of Life
I’ve only really had one vacation, so it’s clearly my best. This doesn’t mean I should give up topping it. I am grateful. There are a lot of families who never get to experience a vacation.
Click on the link below to hear me tell you about it. You be glad you did!
Most incredibly magical ten days!
Now that you know mine, tell me what aired on your amazing getaway!
Describe one positive change you have made in your life.
I have always been vocal about my dissatisfaction with the way I was raised. My siblings and I grew up in a household that lacked both financial stability and emotional support. While we did engage in family activities, the underlying emotions were often discordant. The fleeting moments of happiness could not overshadow the prevailing sadness, and even during the joyful times, we felt a sense of indebtedness.
One year, as a 15-year-old, I saved up over $1000 from babysitting all summer with the intention of buying a grandfather clock for my parents. I eagerly awaited the moment to order it from the JCPenney catalog, picturing its chestnut color and the sun and moon rotating with the hands. I was filled with excitement, imagining the recognition I would receive for this significant contribution. However, my parents needed the money to cover a bill and asked to borrow it, promising to repay me.
As Christmas approached, I grew eager to order the clock, only to be given a used 10-speed bike instead. While I was grateful for the gift, my joy faded when my dad revealed it was purchased for $25 at a yard sale, instead of repaying the money I had saved. This revelation made me reflect on my own parenting style, realizing that while I may not have taken money from my children, I may have inadvertently made them feel like they had to earn my love out of guilt.
This realization led me to understand that my children did not choose their circumstances, I chose to bring them into this world on my own, and they should not have to earn my affection. It has taken me this long to recognize that I owe my children a great deal of respect, and that I love them unconditionally. I acknowledge the mistake of perpetuating the cycle of behavior inherited from my parents and have decided to break free from this pattern. I hope I get that chance.
What do you enjoy doing most in your leisure time?
The online game that I have been playing with my kids since they were in preschool has been a source of stress relief and enjoyment for me. Of course, that was over twelve years ago. Recently, I was invited to join a guild in the game Wizard101, Roaring Azure Dragons. This invitation has sparked a new level of creativity and inspiration within me. Mother in the Jungle, a platform I have been using to connect with others, was unrelated to Wizard101 until I started combining my influence between my various channels.
Joining the guild has allowed me to explore new ideas and possibilities behind-the-scenes. I have realized that my social media skills, gameplay skills, and ability to write can all converge towards something truly remarkable. The fact that I genuinely enjoy all three of these activities makes this opportunity even more fulfilling.
Mother in the Jungle 
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