Single Parent Newsletter - Making Lemonade: The Single Parent Network

Greetings Lemonaders!
The intention of this newsletter is to give you the resources, news and insights you need to be a strong, successful and resourceful single parent - no matter what your circumstances are!

Busy single parents are always juggling work, homework, dates - and playdates. We worry about our finances, our schedules, our kids (be they two or teens), our health. We get pissed, we have joy, we sometimes worry about the entire juggling act and we need support wherever we can find it! Every once in a while, we find a source or resource that rocks our world and makes us feel like we're really being smiled upon. We have to mother,father, coach and guide to our children, and sometimes we don't even have the strength or motivation to get out of bed. It's here you'll find encouragement, resources and assistance from the community of other single parents out there in charted and unchartered parts of the world. It's here you can read and you can send in your own tips, tools and wins to share with other like minded parents. So, take a deep breath, grab some tea, water...or something stronger and take some time for yourself to recharge your batteries. This time is for YOU!

About Me
I'm a single parent just like you. Years ago, when I got divorced, Sam was only 5. Upon going to my first PTA meeting, I was saddened and a bit outraged that nothing was addressed to 'single' parents. I took the initiative to speak to the school principal and created a single parent group that grew over the years to be district-wide. I also took the support and information I gathered to the web and created Making Lemonade. The reason I chose that name was because I was making lemonade from the lemons in my life. I made it sweet from support I was giving and getting and I made a lot of it to share with parents like you! I suggest you can do the same, whether its through participating in the many programs on Making Lemonade or within your community. I can help you by giving you more and more insights, resources and tools...just let me know!

Please let me hear from you, and feel free to let me know of resources you have found and tips and tools you have learned and gathered. Share the wealth of experience you have had being a strong and resourceful single parent...there are so many new single parents out there, who may be alone, scared, confused -- they need what you have, and you can always learn from them as well! And, remember... you are not alone!

Finding the Love of your Life - CD Relationship Coaching Series from eHarmony
Now you can with the release a new 12 CD Coaching Series called Finding the Love of Your Life. Each CD contains approximately 60 minutes of guidance and insight from Dr. Warren on the major areas of mate selection. Each CD also contains an online self-assessment. By spending 20 minutes taking each online questionnaire you'll get a deeper understanding of your own personality and relationship needs.But this is not a boring study on the details of compatibility. Finding the Love of Your Life allows Dr. Warren to address the questions that matter most to eHarmony users.

-How will I know if my match has the commitment gene?
-What are my strengths and weakness in attracting the opposite sex?
-What are the 7 most common causes of faulty mate selection?
-How to gauge your own emotional health and improve it?
-How does physical passion play into my selection process?

Buy this book!
A 2004 Gold National Parenting Publications Award winner, "One Family, Two Family, New Family: Stories and Advice For Stepfamilies" follows writer Lisa Cohn and William Merkel, Ph.D. as they experience dating as single parents, merging their households and having an "ours" child. Weaving in stories from three other divorced couples and advice from Merkel, the authors provide a real-life view of single parenting and stepparenting--with all the turmoil, pain, frustration, triumphs, laughter and love.

"Clearly committed to each other and to their children, Cohn and Merkel write a heartwarming story in a helpful "he thought" "she thought" format about their transition from single parenting to successful stepfamily living."-- Dr. Margorie Engel, President & CEO, Stepfamily Association of America.

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“Make Money Selling The Single Parents Cash & Sources Guide!"

This is a business opportunity for single parents, work-at-home moms, stay-at-home moms, homemakers or anyone who needs extra income. This guide reveals the names, addresses and telephone numbers of sources such as foundations and philanthropists who provide FREE financial assistance to people in need. Find it at: www.singleparentscashandsourcesguide.com

Women can get low-interest loans up to $50,000 to start or expand a business. Hundreds of other sources that will help single parents are also given. Complete Guide and start up information: only $17.90. Send money order or check to: Romason, 1830 Brandau-ML, Knoxville, TN 37921-4703. Mwhite57@aol.com

You know how difficult a divorce can be for a small child. They are bewildered and confused by the changes - parents living apart, moving to a new home, etc.
We can help by creating a "security blanket" - a familiar, personalized quillow - a quilt that folds into a pillow - for your child to carry with him or her whether traveling between their parents homes or visiting grandparents.

At Mary Ellin's Cottage, we work with you to design the quillow your child will love and cherish. Personalized on the back with the child's name and birth date, the front of the pillow can be a favorite photo, a Disney character or other interest such as ballet, trains, or teddy bears.
See quillows and other personalized quilts, pillows and stuffed animals at www.maryellinscottage.com

FOR THE NEWLY DIVORCED OR SINGLE PARENT!
Renew your spirit...
Transform and heal...
Let go of the past...
Create a life you LOVE!

Issues to be explored include:
** Creating a new lifestyle.
** Connecting to others who are tranforming their lives.
** Making positive changes.
** Coping with anger, loss, loneliness, guilt, and fear.
** Minimizing the effects on children.

Facilitated by Sherry Katz, MSW, LCSW LCS 21765

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For more information: Call 818-756-3338

Click on the links to download instantly!

- How to Stop Your Divorce (ORDER NOW) - Instant Download
This book is different than most, because it actually tells you what a counselor would charge you hundreds of dollars in office visits to receive. It is similar to a magician revealing how a magic trick is performed. Let me just say there are probably quite a few counselors out there who are not to thrilled I am sharing this much professional information for such a modest price in such an easy to understand format.

-- Divorce Without Going to Court (ORDER NOW) - Download
To achieve a divorce that does not go to court is entirely in the hands of those people involved. That includes you, your spouse, and any professionals either of you decide to hire. As you begin the journey always keep in mind that you and your spouse should control your own divorce. When you are in control, you have the option of avoiding court.

- The Mother's Child Custody Handbook (ORDER NOW) - Instant Download
This book will focus on the rights each mother and child has under certain laws, situations, and circumstances, and how child custody will typically be decided by the court or through out-of-court negotiation and settlement.

- The Father's Child Custody Handbook (ORDER NOW) - Instant Download
This book will focus on the rights each father and child has under certain laws, situations, and circumstances, and how child custody will typically be decided by the court or through out-of-court negotiation and settlement.

- The Child Support Handbook (ORDER NOW) - Instant Download
The child support decisions that are made during and after divorce or separation will dictate your children's future, which makes the time spent reading this book absolutely invaluable."

- How to Hire the Right Divorce Lawyer (ORDER NOW) - Instant Download
Protect yourself from becoming a victim of the courts and your spouse. This book supplies the knowledge you'll need to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of available lawyers and then pick the right one for you.

- The Divorce Record Keeper (ORDER NOW) - Instant Download
This book will become your best friend during your divorce. Whether you have children or not, this resource will enable you to keep track and record everything about your divorce from start to finish in a easy to reference fashion. Every divorce lawyer will tell you that it is a must to document everything!

- The Property Division Handbook (ORDER NOW) - Instant Download
The goal of this book is to make sure you understand what is considered marital property, so you are well aware of what you are entitled to. Do yourself the financial favor and read this book! The consequences of not understanding and finding out when it is too late can be financially and emotionally devastating!

- The Separation/Property Settlement Agreement Handbook (ORDER NOW) - Instant Download
This book will help you create and understand your agreement. The Separation and Property Settlement Agreement defines your legal obligations during separation and potentially divorce, which is why it is of the utmost importance that you have a full understanding of your agreement and the rights you may or may not have.

- Pension Issues and Divorce (ORDER NOW) - Instant Download
When couples get divorced they must decide how to divide their property. Retirement benefits (pensions) often form a substantial part of the parties' total marital estate and many times are the largest single marital asset afforded the couple.

--On-line Pension Evaluation (download) When couples get divorced they must decide how to divide their property. Retirement benefits (pensions) often form a substantial part of the parties' total marital estate and many times are the largest single marital asset the couples have. Similar to other assets, pensions are typically divisible in cases of divorce to the extent that they are acquired during the period of marriage. In order to divide a pension, the value of the retirement benefits accumulated during the period of marriage must be determined. This On-line Pension Valuation and Report will (in just a few seconds) define and explain the value of the marital portion of a retirement benefit for the purposed of dividing it in a divorce case.You enter the information and our on-line software will process the data and produce a court-ready valuation and an in depth report in just a few seconds. (VIEW SAMPLE PENSION VALUATION REPORT)

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And why not consult your personal astro- chart calendar computed just for you?! This desktop calendar or hard bound spiral bound can create smooth holiday visits! Use your personal, customized astrological calendar to discover when to move and when to stay...A great gift! …

Marian Michaels, Los Angles based astrologer, writer, and lecturer offers a day by day guide personalized to your birth chart, to either accompany a full fledged reading or to refer to as your own personalized astro calendar… she recommends saving to the desktop or getting out the hole puncher and adding to your date books. a great birthday gift!

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We have MORE exciting Ebooks to share with you!

55 Things Every Woman Should Know Before She Becomes A Divorced Parent - eBook! Today, 62% of all parents are single, making us a majority with a lifestyle that really needs tools, support, education and information. These tips were designed to give you encouragement, information and a heads-up to the facts of life of single parenting. This is the first in a series by Jody Seidler, the creator of Making Lemonade - The Single Parent Network

Anecdotes of a Single Dad - eBook! Here come the anecdotes of the days of a single dad, raising two girls alone.These essays are fun, dramatic,educational and some will touch your heart. If you enjoy them and maybe even if they help you get through all of this single parenting madness in some small way then the author feels blessed. Rich Warren is a single father, writer/producer/composer living in Los Angeles. This book is over 60 pages, so get ready to be entertained, informed, be inspired and laugh alot for hours and hours.

Visit these Sections on Makinglemonade.com

Every kid has rights, particularly when mom and dad are splitting up. Below are some things parents shouldn't forget -- and kids shouldn't let them -- when the family is in the midst of a break-up.

You have the right to love both your parents. You also have the right to be loved by both of them. That means you shouldn't feel guilty about wanting to see your dad or your mom at any time. It's important for you to have both parents in your life, particularly during difficult times such as a break-up of your parents.

You do not have to choose one parent over the other. If you have an opinion about which parent you want to live with, let it be known. But nobody can force you to make that choice. If your parents can't work it out, a judge may make the decision for them.

You're entitled to all the feelings you're having. Don't be embarrassed by what you're feeling. It is scary when your parents break up, and you're allowed to be scared. Or angry. Or sad. Or whatever.

You have the right to be in a safe environment. This means that nobody is allowed to put you in danger, either physically or emotionally. If one of your parents is hurting you, tell someone -- either your other parent or a trusted adult like a teacher.

You don't belong in the middle of your parents' break-up. Sometimes your parents may get so caught up in their own problems that they forget that you're just a kid, and that you can't handle their adult worries. If they start putting you in the middle of their dispute, remind them that it's their fight, not yours.

Grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins are still part of your life. Even if you're living with one parent, you can still see relatives on your other parent's side. You'll always be a part of their lives, even if your parents aren't together anymore.

You have the right to be a child. Kids shouldn't worry about adult problems. Concentrate on your school work, yourfriends, activities, etc. Your mom and dad just need your love. They can handle the rest.
IT IS NOT YOUR FAULT AND DON'T BLAME YOURSELF.

It takes a village to raise a child!

Create your OWN support group! Get help with the setup, flyers and organization of your single parent support groups.

We're creating a forum for single parents, along with teleclasses and the ability to connect with single parents in your area. We're offering you a 12 page special report that gives you everything (information, research, facts, forms, ideas) you need to begin your own groups within your community! Simply follow the link and the special report with its special rate will be emailed to you within 24 hours!

Single Parenting Tele-classes!!

A Tele-Class is a mentoring and support group conducted over the telephone. You'll be hearing experts in their field speak on subjects of interest to you --legalities of divorce, joint and sole (soul) parenting, custody, time management, stress reduction, parenting a teenager, dating do's and don'ts, tips for parents by choice or by loss, financial management and more!

Check out our Poets at Heart section - it's my personal favorite!

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Single Mothers Raising Sons - Profiling Powerful and Effective Single Mothers. This is the place to share our experiences as single moms raising boys. Send in your stories and experiences!

The Rantings of Jodi Seidler "Jodi Seidler is fast becoming the Erma Bombeck of our parenting times. With a whimsical wit and a stream of consciousness style, Jodi's ponderings represent the single parents of today."

As always, I remain your lemonade maven,

Jodi Seidler

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Single Does Not Mean Alone!

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