Single Parenthood

From the moment I knew of her life I knew I would be a single mother. I would be alone in raising her With no real help from the other Fearful and sad, I didn’t think I was able; I wasn’t ready to do this as one Fighting a battle to show I’m worthy Against a society ready to shun Here it is, another single Black mother With yet another absentee Black father The statistics are so common now Why does society even bother? Well I will say that although it is hard It was the best situation for us I didn’t want to bring her into this world With parents that only argue and fuss Separating from her dad, I was able to provide An atmosphere where she only knows love She smiles, laughs, and is always so happy And that is something that I am very proud of Food, clothes, shelter, and toys My child has never had to go without So if you think single parents cannot provide Use my example to erase all doubt With absolutely no support from her dad I have had to struggle tremendously hard Sometimes, I feel I’ve let her down That not having her dad will leave her scarred However, I take pride in being the best I can be I want to be a good example to her Instilling morals and values to make her well-rounded So she can be confident and self-assured. Take it from me, this single parenthood Definitely has ups and downs for sure But single parents do what some people can’t So take pride in what you have to endure.