OpticOrca+FollowHow Thrift Stores Saved My Family 💸👩👧👦After my divorce, moving into a tiny apartment with my two kids in Chicago felt like starting from scratch. Every day was a new challenge—just when I thought I had things under control, my son would need bigger sneakers or my daughter would lose her only warm sweater. I felt like I was failing them, and the guilt was overwhelming. One day, a neighbor suggested checking out local thrift stores and community swap events. At first, I was embarrassed—was this really what my life had come to? But when I found a brand-new backpack for my son for just a few bucks, my perspective changed. The kindness of strangers and the treasures I found made me realize I wasn’t alone in this struggle. Sometimes, I still feel judged by others, but I remind myself that providing for my kids in any way I can is what matters most. Have you ever had to get creative to make ends meet for your family? I’d love to hear your stories—let’s lift each other up! 🫶 #SingleMomJourney #FamilyResilience #ThriftStoreFinds #FamilyRelationships10Share
