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Rising above the odds
Text Box: “Teenage Mother’s Guide To Survival, Rising Above The Odds, is an inspirational, motivating guide written to nurture young mothers through the trials of single parenting into a triumphant lifestyle”, stated Deborah Elaine Gary. “Adverse situations are instrumental in the transformation into womanhood. I share my life’s journey to convince teenage mothers that their goals are attainable and their dreams achievable.” Teenage mothers will be inspired by Ms. Gary as she proves by example that success as a single parent is dependent upon the teenage mother’s positive mindset and actions. The purpose of ‘Teenage Mother’s Guide To Survival, Rising Above The Odds’, is to elevate the sense of self worth within teenage mothers. Excerpts: Single parent households are unjustifiably blamed for the lack of achievement among children. Personally, I am convinced that under achievement among children born to unwed mothers is an excuse more so than a reason. You, as the mother, possess the power to create an atmosphere whereas your baby does not feel the affect of a single parent household. To sum up the old adage, “mama’s baby, daddy’s maybe”, that is your baby! The participation of the father in your child’s life should be treated as icing on the cake. You may be the only one that teaches your child right from wrong, the one that determines if your child has or does not have the necessities of life. Necessities of life should not always be categorized as monetary. Love, guidance, reassurance, spiritual values, laughter, and a strong sense of self worth are all necessary variables in a child’s development. The absence of your child’s father in his or her life may complicate matters. Children will question you regarding the whereabouts of their father and why he visits so infrequently if that is the situation. Do not make the same mistake as a lot of unwed mothers. Do not talk against your child’s father to or around your child. Justify, even make excuses for his absence, but, do not, I repeat, do not talk negative about him while your child is within earshot.

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