I'm ultimately a widow and a single mother, who's not even getting to be a mother right now. I am so alone, it's freaky.

Summary

This quote reflects the profound sense of isolation and loneliness experienced by the speaker, who identifies themselves as a widow and a single mother. The speaker further expresses their distress in not being able to fully embrace their role as a mother at the present moment. Despite having the responsibility of being a mother, the speaker feels unsupported and abandoned, emphasizing the deep emotional impact of their solitude. The word "freaky" emphasizes the intensity and startling nature of their aloneness, underscoring the speaker's desire for connection and support.

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