That's such a big transition for both of you! It makes sense you'd both be having feelings about it. I hope that you're able to settle into a comfortable new normal together soon. 🧡
I don’t have words for how wonderful you are. And how much “my Sweets” makes me smile automatically. Wish i had words to express how yours … see?!! None!!!! So much love!!! Ur actually the best- thank you and soooooooooo much love!!!!!!!!!! Xxxxxxxxxxxx
💛 Since virtually meeting you, I've enjoyed your presence. When you became a mom, I was excited for you to enter this next phase in life. I am so proud and envious of your strength to not fall into the norm and give yourself the grace of being a weekend mom. You got this. 💛
Ashleigh, this was so beautifully written. I could feel every bit of love, longing, and tenderness in your words. Your little one is so lucky to have a mama who loves so deeply. Your writing always has this way of making me feel like I’m right there with you, and this one was especially moving. Thanks for sharing your heart with us ♥️
Thank you for sharing the reflections you’ve learn about yourself & motherhood so far. New chapters are scary and not easy! But I hope you continue to give yourself grace as you continue to navigate these changes. Sending love 💗🌿
I just stumbled across your page and I am grateful for it. From one momma to another, I'm rooting for you. Once when I was agonizing over a decision, a friend told me, "This isn't permanent. It's just right now. You can always do something different" and it helped.
Kudos to you for finding what works for you and Ava!
WOW this went deep and I felt so much of your combined excitement and pain through your way with words. You are such a stellar mom. Cheers to the weekends and new environment AV!
I too stumbled across your page and am SO GLAD TO HAVE FOUND YOU! I co-parent as well, and that turned into full blown solo-parenting last year (a whole story), but I also support a festival for Black parents, called the Black Motherhood and Parenting New Play Festival. Anyway, I just wanted to send some love and gratitude. Your questions and musings are all valid and trusting your gut is always really important. You’re doing that. 💜🙌🏾✊🏾
I've had the same arrangement, I've had it looked at in several ways by others. As a responsible decision given my mental instability at times. Me running away from responsibilities. Judging harshly and forgetting I am a parent still. My ex's primary custody has given them a stable and wonderful home, and I see them frequently. We're unusual because we've never fought over things, we put in time and effort to coparent as best we can. I wish all co-parenting families were like ours. It's unusual but it's been the best choice and a positive one for everyone.
Thank you Megan, and I'm glad y'all found an arrangement that works best for everyone. Co parenting is hard even without conflict and fights and it takes work to kee it positive.
Yep, getting by one week, one day, one hour at a time.
That's such a big transition for both of you! It makes sense you'd both be having feelings about it. I hope that you're able to settle into a comfortable new normal together soon. 🧡
Thank you so much A! I think once I start working it’ll be better, I won’t have so much idle time to think about things lol
I don’t have words for how wonderful you are. And how much “my Sweets” makes me smile automatically. Wish i had words to express how yours … see?!! None!!!! So much love!!! Ur actually the best- thank you and soooooooooo much love!!!!!!!!!! Xxxxxxxxxxxx
Thank you so much Oish! You’re the best!!
Thanks for this share! Sending you and yall all the ease for this current chapter 🤎
Thank you so much, Kamil. I appreciate you 🫶🏾
Transition and change is hard for all of us. Sending you and Ava love ♥️
Thank you! Definitely reminding myself of that.
💛 Since virtually meeting you, I've enjoyed your presence. When you became a mom, I was excited for you to enter this next phase in life. I am so proud and envious of your strength to not fall into the norm and give yourself the grace of being a weekend mom. You got this. 💛
Thank you so much Katricia! I appreciate your encouragement and support throughout the years 🫶🏾
Beautiful 🖤
Thank you 🫶🏾
Ashleigh, this was so beautifully written. I could feel every bit of love, longing, and tenderness in your words. Your little one is so lucky to have a mama who loves so deeply. Your writing always has this way of making me feel like I’m right there with you, and this one was especially moving. Thanks for sharing your heart with us ♥️
Thank you so much Shana 🥹 I appreciate your beautiful words, my heart is so full.
Thank you for sharing the reflections you’ve learn about yourself & motherhood so far. New chapters are scary and not easy! But I hope you continue to give yourself grace as you continue to navigate these changes. Sending love 💗🌿
Thank you so much for the reminder, Eril. I constantly have to remember to give myself grace because of all the life transitions happening now.
I needed to see myself in another person. You did that for me today, thank you so much for your work Ashleigh. Much love - Another Weekend Mama ♥️🫂
Thank you Jane, sending you that love back!
I just stumbled across your page and I am grateful for it. From one momma to another, I'm rooting for you. Once when I was agonizing over a decision, a friend told me, "This isn't permanent. It's just right now. You can always do something different" and it helped.
Kudos to you for finding what works for you and Ava!
Thank you so much Crystal, and that is what's getting me by most days, knowing that this is a temporary arrangement.
WOW this went deep and I felt so much of your combined excitement and pain through your way with words. You are such a stellar mom. Cheers to the weekends and new environment AV!
I too stumbled across your page and am SO GLAD TO HAVE FOUND YOU! I co-parent as well, and that turned into full blown solo-parenting last year (a whole story), but I also support a festival for Black parents, called the Black Motherhood and Parenting New Play Festival. Anyway, I just wanted to send some love and gratitude. Your questions and musings are all valid and trusting your gut is always really important. You’re doing that. 💜🙌🏾✊🏾
I've had the same arrangement, I've had it looked at in several ways by others. As a responsible decision given my mental instability at times. Me running away from responsibilities. Judging harshly and forgetting I am a parent still. My ex's primary custody has given them a stable and wonderful home, and I see them frequently. We're unusual because we've never fought over things, we put in time and effort to coparent as best we can. I wish all co-parenting families were like ours. It's unusual but it's been the best choice and a positive one for everyone.
Thank you Megan, and I'm glad y'all found an arrangement that works best for everyone. Co parenting is hard even without conflict and fights and it takes work to kee it positive.