| View Larger Image | The Single Mother's Survival Guide | Paperbackby Patrice Karst (Author)
| List Price: | $10.95 | |
| | Binding: | Paperback | | Publisher: | Crossing Press | | Page Count: | 112 Pages | | Publication Date: | March 01, 2000 | | Sales Rank: | 592,174nd |
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Product Description
In this engaging journey of self-discovery, Patrice Karst, a single mother, shares her practical yet witty advice with single moms everywhere. She covers a wide range of topics that concern the modern woman struggling without a mate, showing how it's possible not only to survive but to triumph. The book features dozens of quick "survival checklists" on topics such as dealing with exhaustion and reasons to be happy about being a single mom. Karst's "Ten Commandments for Single Mothers" begins with "Thou shalt not be afraid to ask for help from anyone at any time (because the offers sure as hell won't come in by themselves)." The Single Mother's Survival Guide also includes wisdom and inspiration for the single mother, touching on goals and dreams, affirmations, and gratitude. |
Amazon.com Review
Single moms haven't had many books to turn to in times of distress. Most parenting guides either moralize to her or ignore her altogether. Patrice Karst has righted that wrong with The Single Mother's Survival Guide. The book is obviously designed to console--and fast--the poor mom who has once again dragged the baby into the bathroom with her because she literally cannot get a moment alone. Flip open to any page and you'll find earthy bits of inspiration, with a consistently (but not sickeningly) positive slant on childcare, dating, and other facts of single-mom life. Karst never loses her tenacious hold on the realities of parenting: on her list of "Reasons to Be Happy About Being a Single Mom," the first one is "because it's happening." It's a treat to read a book so completely on the side of the mom. Karst rants against busybodies and smug marrieds: "The next person who says to you, 'Well, when you learn to be perfectly content and happy with yourself and aren't looking for a relationship--then you'll find one,' slap them for me, will ya?" So the advice isn't exactly revolutionary: love the kids, take a bath, ask for help. Still, this volume makes a fine companion piece (just ignore the workbook at the back) to the bible of single-parenting, Anne Lamott's Operating Instructions: A Journal of My Son's First Year. --Claire Dederer |
CUSTOMER REVIEWS (Average Customer Rating: 4.0 based on 71 reviews)
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wow!!!!! by Tina Price (WI)  5 Stars
May 02, 2009
When I ordered this book, I just had a feeling it would be a good read. When I started to read it I could not put it down!!:) I had been feeling overwhelmed and a little bit challenged myself from being the single mother of three kids ages 2 years, 10, and 11. Boy being oldest. I plan on rereading it all of the time. Anything to get me through those rough spots as a single mother being alone.
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Just what I needed... by S. Monteiro (Cape Cod)  4 Stars
December 06, 2007
I found this book on a day I needed it most. It's a quick, easy read that made me smile, cry and most importantly, gave me hope. No, it's not going to solve all your problems (what book is?), but it does put the challenges of being a single mom in perspective, reminds you you are not alone and offers much needed encouragement. I would buy this for any single mom I know!
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Single parents, if ya need a lift today, read this! by K. Johnson (Central OR USA) 5 Stars
September 06, 2007
This funny yet realistic book helped me deal with some tough issues and brought a smile to my face. It's the kind of thing you need to read when looking at parenthood alone.
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It's a nice gift that will encourage single moms by Cassandra Mack 4 Stars
August 26, 2007
The Single Mom's Survival guide is a comfort book that offers encouragement and tidbits of advice for women who are single mothers. If you know of a single mom who could use a little inspiration or if you are a single mom in need of inspiration, this little book makes a nice gift.
Cassandra Mack, author of "The Single Mom's Little Book of Wisdom: 42 Tidbits of Wisdom To Help You Survive, Succeed and Stay Strong," and host of The No More Drama Hour of Power
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Survival: Just What I Need Around Here! by Barbara Sheldon, M.S.W. (Solana Beach, CA) 4 Stars
March 26, 2007
I loved the title of this short book, which is why I bought it. Most days I need a "survival guide" around here --- raising two boys on my own. Patrice Kurst writes well and there's useful information in this little book. I wish she had written a few more chapters, but I'm grateful for the wise insight these pages hold. There's light for your journey here!
Barbara Sheldon, M.S.W.
I also highly recommend: Raising Great Kids on Your Own: A Guide and Companion for Every Single Parent
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