Single mom of three

I am a single mom of three who left an abusive relationship.  By divorcing, my kids have gained a peaceful home, free from yelling and tears and fear.  (When I cried during last night's episode of Extreme Home Makeover, I realized how very long it's been since I've cried...it used to be a daily occurance.  )

I have gained self-esteem, as a woman able to support myself and my children  --  making me a better role model.  And my ex has become a better father, albeit only a once in a while one.  Of course I would prefer a two parent family...this life is hard and sometime scary and always exhausting.  But given the choice between a destructive daily life and a hard but healthy one, it should be clear to even the staunchest defender of the nuclear family that THIS is the better choice!