Summary
A woman in New Jersey named Airiana Collins came across her mom's old college ID, which led her to reflect on the sacrifices her mom made as a single parent. Collins shared a TikTok video about her mom's efforts, which received significant attention online. The video highlights the challenges and support involved in being raised in a single-parent household.
Key Facts
- Airiana Collins is starting nursing school and found her mom Larysa Lynn's old college ID.
- Collins' mother had her at age 19 and raised her as a single mom while continuing her education.
- Collins created a TikTok video honoring her mom's dedication, which was viewed 1.4 million times.
- The U.S. has a high percentage of children living in single-parent households.
- In 2022, about 30% of single-parent families in the U.S. lived below the federal poverty level.
- Collins' mom graduated top of her class in graphic design from William Paterson University.
- Family and friends helped care for Collins as her mom juggled work and studies.
- Collins credits her mom's selflessness as a major influence in her decision to pursue a nursing career.
