Married Mom, Solo Parent: Finding God's Strength to Face the Challenge

Who knew a married woman could feel like a single mom?Bookstore shelves are full of parenting resources for single moms. But where do moms turn if they feel like a single parent--but they're not? Whether he is away on business, deployed in the military, or obsessing over a hobby, families face unique and difficult challenges when dad is unavailable. Moms who parent in these situations need help and don't necessarily relate to the advice given in divorce recovery or single parenting resources.Married Mom, Solo Parent is a common-sense, down-to earth look at the struggles wives and mothers face when their husband is not actively involved in family life. Writing from her own experience as a "married solo mom", Carla Anne addresses tough questions such as:How do I overcome loneliness, insecurity, and anger? How do I raise kids to honor a father who's not around? How do I avoid emotionally checking out of my marriage? How do I find some time just for me? With practical suggestions, anecdotes, and biblical teaching, this book encourages moms to see their position as a high calling, to find healing amidst their worries and frustrations, and to tap into God's strength for help in facing the daily challenge of being a married mom, solo parent.Review"This is a fantastic book! Not only is Carla Anne Coroy an engaging writer but also, in our book, she is the expert of experts in relating to all who have ever had an absentee husband. Buy one for yourself and give one to someone you love who is going at it alone." -- Dr Gary And Barb Rosberg, President And Executive Vice President ? America's Family Coaches Published On: 2011-07-20From the AuthorWhether you plan to read alone, with a friend, or in a small group there's a Free Companion Resource designed for you! The Personal Reflection Journal and Small Group Study Guide are available for download at carlaanne.com. Enjoy!Blessings,Carla AnneAbout the AuthorCarla Anne Coroy is a Christian speaker, blogger and mentor. She ministers to a wide audience through her website and blog at carlaanne.com.Carla Anne has served full-time with organizations such as Youth for Christ and Crown Financial Ministries, and is currently developing an international mentoring organization for youth and a ministry to wives who parent alone. She also serves as a staff writer for the online magazine Mentoring Moments for Christian Women.Carla Anne lives in Canada with her husband and four homeschooled children.