12/06/2025
Just finished watching Straw by Tyler Perry on Netflix... and wow. As a mother, this movie hit me deep. Itâs not just a story - itâs a reflection of what so many of us go through, especially single moms who are out here holding it all together. đ
This movie shows the kind of strength it takes to be a mother. The sleepless nights, the sacrifices, the emotional rollercoasters no one sees. And not everyone will understand the kind of pain that comes from losing someone you love - especially your own child - and being so shattered by it that your heart refuses to accept the truth. That kind of grief can destroy you from the inside out.
Being a mom means carrying it all, even when you're barely hanging on. And when the other parent walks away, itâs more than just unfair - itâs soul-crushing. Because itâs not just about money. Itâs about showing up. Being present. Being responsible. A child deserves both parents, and when one disappears, the other is left to carry the weight of it all. Every tear, every tough question, every moment of doubt.
Sometimes, all a mother really needs is a break. A hug. A little encouragement. Just to hear, âYouâre doing great.â So if you're a parent reading this - especially doing it on your own - I want you to know you're not alone. Itâs okay to cry. Itâs okay to feel tired. Just donât give up. God sees you. And He will never leave you.
Please - if you've ever walked away from a child you helped bring into this world, watch Straw. It might open your eyes to what the other parent carries every single dayđđž.
-Maretism