Hi...I just wanted to share with anyone interested. Being a lone parent is so difficult especially when the DCs are young. I have struggled and been desperately poor ever since my DS was born. There have been many times when having to bear the pain of it has come very close to overwhelming me. My DS is 12 now, we still struggle with money, lack of family support but we are ok me and my DS have a fantastic relationship, we laugh a lot. It does get easier I have so much respect for lone parents anyone who has not been one really has no idea.Good luck to all of you and Happy New Year to you and your families....