To all the single moms out there—your strength is unmatched. Even in a world that feels uncertain and chaotic, your love, resilience, and commitment to your children are creating a foundation of stability and hope.
You are raising the future, and in a time when the very fabric of society seems to be unraveling, that is a powerful act of resistance.
You’re showing your children the importance of perseverance, compassion, and courage, even when things feel hard.
Remember that, while the world may be out of control, there is so much power in how you lead your family.
Your ability to nurture, protect, and teach your children the values that matter most—love, justice, kindness, and hope—has a ripple effect far beyond what you may realize.
You are shaping the next generation of leaders, thinkers, and changemakers.
Take it one day at a time, breathe when you can, and know that you're not alone in this journey.
Lean on your community, your strengths, and your heart.
You are making a difference every single day, even on the hardest ones.
Keep showing up, because your kids are watching—and they are learning from your courage.
Sending you much love and light,
Patricia, the mom behind Smell of Love Candles