Dear Everybody,
I tried saving all the gift memos that came with the packages you sent me, but only a few left return addresses or emails or phone numbers. I’ve reached out to some of you on Facebook (check your “other” private message boxes). But words don’t even suffice to express the gratitude I have for everyone.
My boys are warm. They have diapers on their bums. And baby food in the cabinets. Smiles on their beautiful faces.
I’m lonely. And I’m exhausted. Doubting every move. But I know it’s better. For everyone.
And there is support from all over the world because of what Susie did for us. All I had to do was ask for advice and before I knew it I was happier.
And I look better. I feel better. About myself. About my parenting skills. All of it.
We’re going to get my oldest involved in a special needs school (which is super exciting!!) a few blocks from home. I have a babysitter who is a godsend that charges next to nothing and loves those boys. I’ve had to call her at 11pm and she was here within 20 minutes.
I’ve started two jobs. I’ve gotten involved with the local AA groups and their support helps a lot too. I’ve met tons of amazing women and men at the food pantry we go to.
I’m struggling really hard to except all the help everyone has given us. And sometimes I think about returning everything, but then I look at the boys and I realize we need the help. We need the love and support all of you have given us.
All of you come from different walks of life but yet all of your hearts are the same. Generous and loving.
One day I’ll find someone in need, maybe I’ll be in the position to help them. I promise to pass this on. Just as y’all have, above and beyond the normal measure of simple generosity.
I know these words are just words. And to some of you reading this they could be stepped on or scoffed at.
But I am indebted to each and everyone of you. I’m humbled more than I have ever been or seen by this…this unbelievable depth of kindness.
Thank you. From the bottom of my heart.
My boys will know what people have done for their mom. For them. And I’ll see to it that they grow to be gentlemen that help those in need, even if they can’t do much, they will be loving because strangers once loved them enough to offer them a whole new life.
“There is no better exercise for the heart, than reaching out and holding the hand of someone in need.”
Love,
Patty and the Boys
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” A Single mom who works two jobs, who loves her kids and never stops. With gentle hands and the heart of a fighter. She a survivor”…Thats you!! xoxo And know you are well loved.
Kudos, Patty – You have come so far in such a short space of time! I have no doubt you’re exhausted — but you look terrific. I think people have supported you not simnply because we are generous, but also because something about you makes us believe that you will do us (and yourself, and your boys) proud.
Feeling lonely some of the time is part of the process of becoming your own person. If it would help to reach out, send me a Facebook friend request (Joanna Norland) and I would be happy to email.
Thanks for your post, and have a great day.
Reading your post made my whole day!! The part I like the best is where you talk about raising your sons to be gentlemen. There is nothing more honorable than that!! You will thrive, soar, come down, go back up and ultimately be victorious in your life!! Hang in there mom, this mom is so proud of you!!
Patty, thank you!! I have been waiting on an update from you!! I wish you had a FB page that we could all follow you on!! I think about you all the time. I have actually used you as an example of people helping strangers. It feels good to help someone. It feels good to have hope for someone!! I am so happy that you & your boys are doing good.
As for raising gentlemen, I am trying that too!! & I only have 1!! & his father is here. So, I can only imagine how hard it is for you. Just always remember, please, thank you & yes sir, yes ma’am!!! Good luck to you!!
Patty: You are brave beyond measure for taking such a huge leap of faith. Your boys will someday learn of the tremendous thing you did for them. Thank you for your update. Susie – what a great thing you have done! Sometimes all it takes is for someone to believe in us!