It's hard being a single mother, but it feels so good to be independent and provide everything for my children all on my own. Their father acts like he cares and wants to be there. But actions really do speak louder than words.. I don't ask him for anything, I give him plenty of opportunities to call the kids and arrange visits but at the end of the day when he doesn't pull through or mean what he says it just reassures me that I'm making the right decision by not being with him. It really is the truth when they say you can't change someone who sees no issue with their actions. But I'm thankful I'm able to see him for what he is, and move on knowing I try for my kids cause at the end of the day that's all I can do. I can't force him to be there for them. As long as my kids know that I got us that's all that really matters. I don't sugar coat anything for them. I let them know when I tell there dad to call them or when he says he's going to call them, I let them know when I ask him if he can visit with them. So when he doesn't make that phone call to them or show up to spend time with them, they know it's on him and that I try and I don't keep them away from him. So they know who's there for them and who ain't. At the end of the day they ain't mad at me they appreciate me and respect me. But most importantly they are happy to be with me, where they feel loved, safe an are well taken care of.