I truly have a village supporting me. My son has godmothers, godfathers, grandparents and so many others in his life who love him as much as I do. They're there for both of us. I may not have a mate or husband, but I'm definitely not a single parent.
Interpretation
Support systems in parenting are crucial, and love can come from many sources beyond a romantic partner.
In this quote, Jill Scott emphasizes the importance of a supportive community in raising a child. She highlights that while she may not have a traditional partner, the presence of godparents, grandparents, and friends fills her and her son's lives with love and support, demonstrating that parenting can thrive in a loving network rather than in isolation.
In practice
During a parenting seminar, to highlight the importance of community support.
At my aunt's funeral, I promised myself that I wouldn't be bound by the belief that I'm supposed to stay in anything - whether it's a relationship, a job, a house, or a circumstance - if it makes me miserable. She gave me the courage to find my own happiness.
I'm going to keep it real gully with you; the first two months, I wanted to give him back. I expected someone to come and save me because after you have the baby, nobody cares about you anymore. Nobody cares if you sleep, nobody cares if you eat. It's just you and this all-consuming thingy!
Whatever happens in my life, whether I stand up or I fall down, whatever the case, I'm going to use it in my art. Why? Because I'm an artist and I have to.
The artists who stand out to me have a passion for what they do. There are a lot of people who can sing. It's just like when you go to church and people are singing because it sounds good, not because it feels good. There's a difference.
She wondered if this was true of every parent: if, prior to having children, they all used to be someone else.
Good old grandsire ... we shall be joyful of thy company.
I am so proud to be my mother's son.
I often imagine what it would be like if my father were still here to mark his 100th birthday, if Alzheimer's hadn't clawed away years, possibilities, hopes. What would he think of all the commemorations and celebrations?
The ties of blood," said Spider, "are stronger than water." Water's not strong," objected Fat Charlie.
Home should be an oratorio of the memory, singing to all our after life melodies and harmonies of old-remembered joy.
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