All my married friends left after I became a single mother, thought I had no morals | Joyce Gituro

For many years, Joyce Gituro knew she would one day face the stereotype that comes with being a single mother , but she did not think her married friends would be the first one to walk away .
But today, she is absolutely unapologetic of the lows life has dealt her. She is making lemonades out of the lemons and living her life to the fullest .
Here is her rebuilding story on today’s episode of LNS
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[@MshauriPeter]

Lynn, your guest today is an incredible woman come day come sunshine. She lives a purposeful life regardless of what the people/enemies talk or gossip on her. I am her royal fan, both on the radio and her channel. The most important thing about life is self-fulfilment not external affirmation. At the end of the day, either positive or negative things dont miss to be said. It's human nature. Maybe to remind my sister Joyce that as we navigate life, priorities change both individually or in our friend's lives. Each phase you walk in life accords you new type of friends to help you experience or walk in tandem with that stage. It's not by choice but the circumstances. Consistency in relations is hard because as we scale the heights to our destiny, each one of us takes difference routes including those that you thought are much closer. Do not wrong them because some of them were not meant to last long according to God's plan. Maybe by staying toxicity could have happened too. Granted, there are those that abandon you when you need them most but what if their staying was not the will of God? Just forgive them. Again, in retrospect, Joyce, you may realise that it was good riddance after all. God's time is the best time and as long as you are at your best mental wellness, why bother that they left? Single motherhood/fatherhood is not a sin but circumstances that human beings pass through due to many factors. You can't judge someone by their predicament or circumstances for each one of us has a unique life trajectory to pass. What is important is that the victim is able to surmount the challenges that come with those temporary pumps. Joyce, you were able to successfully navigate through to this day. That's what matters. I affirm you 💯 for coming out and sharing your story on Lynn's show today for many to learn that shining out there attracts many friends but when at your worst they disappear.

[@annatieno5550]

❤❤❤

[@user-cs5bs8xd8r]

Anaitwa nimfollow aki

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[@doreenshii563]

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[@RoseMaggie-pz6gl]

Thanks Mshauri Peter for saying it all for me too. Joyce l love your story. Lynn, l hope one of these days l will get an opportunity with you. I have a story too. God bless you.❤

[@winniejuma8740]

Ooooo my God! I'm here for mama Jakes. Si leo nipewe hata ka likes😊😊😊

[@WanjiruMuya]

Single Mums have a backbone God❤️ Let's stop the culture of shaming.

[@CharityThambu]

Whenever I hear a woman mentioning prayer I always know her case is settled... Never underestimate the power of a praying woman.... I love you mom ❤❤...

[@jacklinewairimu7455]

🙌🙌

[@nancylesupuko8446]

🥰🥰🥰

[@maryelisha9148]

This true, am mother of very beautiful girl who was rejected I lost my way almost died I looked right,left,down without getting help😢, I decided to LOOK UP. I run to the CROSS WHERE I LAYED DOWN EVERYTHING IN THE THROWN OF GRACE ❤, God is amazing, if anyone ever meet ME mentioning the name of God evrytime 😂 Give my peace 😅😅. Love you Lynn one day I will visit you in person ❤

[@AnnMathenge-mu3ib]

As a single mam my life is a product of prayers

[@esthernjau4166]

The 1st question i ask a woman who has issues is, do you pray? Coz meeen prayers are everything

[@MAYWAHITO]

So ya'all ignore how beautiful Joyce is???😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@TziheriAmboka]

It's evident dear. Just burifu na figure ❤❤❤

[@peshmumbi]

Its true, mama jakes is such a beauty!

[@vanhelsing4041]

She is a shosh with make up...

[@wanyagahostrich2443]

Finally our Gituro in the house mama wambilianga wetu 💕💕💕💕

[@glslatifahnsubuga51]

Hello team LNN Thanks to all single parents for not giving up on your kids may God bless you in everything

[@sweet16honey75]

Thanks darling 😍

[@sisfavor2545]

Thanks darling God is always at our sides we Single Mothers God has our final say..❤❤❤❤❤listening at Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦 always blessed in this show..Blessed LYNN your blessing to many and your going far in Jesus Name 🙏

[@zipporahmwikali7772]

ooh yes you can say that again, as single mothers we only have one agenda, praying earnestly for our children

[@maryagwanda6371]

I remember this lady one Sunday as she was on radio citizen with plaster Eddy Ngaruiya, they prayed for me when I sent my prayer request as I was seriously sick in bed and for two years I could not attend to my church, with my faith I managed to recover slowly slowly and managed to reach my church and of course continue with my life where I could. God bless you so much Joyce, I love you from the bottom of my heart ❤❤❤❤

[@carolyneluttah1903]

My rhema moment: what I don't hide from God, I won't hide from man.... That is liberation. ❤

[@1on1withjune81]

The conversation about dating single mothers should be given more airtime

[@patriciavine1095]

Loved this episode. Joyce kept it real and raw and had nothing to fake. This type of honesty is bery rare in kenyan women. May she find the love that shes praying for. The victimization of single mothers is what makes most women die in miserable marriages. There is nothing wrong with leaving a relationship that does not serve you anymore.. kids or not.

[@BoldAndBeyond50]

My kind of lady! Her story resonates with me so much. As a single mom of three beautiful kids, I have build my empire as a single parent and a single woman. God is sufficient. Beautiful episode!

[@winfredgichanga5410]

❤❤Amazing girl

[@katelee5575]

Single mothers are always strong❤❤❤❤

[@shikuliz4134]

When you accept yourself the best status to be while financially okay

[@katelee5575]

@@shikuliz4134 very true😍😍

[@teresiawanja6379]

Team real team strong

[@Ladyle4ever]

Single parenting is not an easy journey but it makes me disciplined

[@AtiennoMillicent]

Exactly true

[@janenthiga711]

Hii channel ya Lynn iko juu sababu kidogo kidogo tu tutaona Joyce coming with testimony that ako na mtu 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@winfredkaren3225]

Someone is watching somewhere

[@Mumsoncountrylife]

Hehehe Joyce wa Gituro ❤❤❤ tunangoja testimony

[@estherwatheri5506]

Am really waiting for Joyce testimony

[@dotytydo2342]

Huyu nimhard mtu wangu na amenifundisha vile nitakua muhard pia mmi upata mtu leo kesho tukaachana tu hivyo bila ata kuonana alaa

[@teimatata]

😂😂😂😂 jamani. Umesema huwa mwaachana kabla ata kuonana? ​@@dotytydo2342

[@charlottekapiira8629]

Great discussion. I started listening in and shortly got into other things. Thank God I listened till the end, you ladies are incredible, that kind of laughter...😂, no wonder you look so young. As for Joyce, I relate with your story about 80%. - I lost my marriage to a lady pastor (from the cult church) - For over 17yrs I have been a single mom of 2 biological (son 19 in Form6 & daughter, turning 17 this month, in Form4) and 1 adopted daughter 21, now in university. - I got abandoned by all my married friends, fearing to take their husbands and also their husband warned them against me. - Got so much rejected, no respect in the community.😔 - Backslided for some time, though kept in church as if all was well....hmmm 🤔 - Dated the wrong person (narcissist) for some time 🤦, now out of that relationship. - Back to Christ, repented and now moving on a happy, blessed daughter of the most high. - I love taking my wine once in a while, but I take it from home, a few times during family parties. - I belong to a number of groups, of which one of the groups I am the Chairperson. - I love looking smart and I work on it so perfectly. - I have been an iron lady, ( lioness) 😂 as you put it to my children...... Incidentally we are not so close with them😔. I went through a lot fending for them with little earnings, staying away from them for work for some days when they were young and somehow it has had an effect on them. We talk, yes, we share but not as close/warm as I would expect. - I have gained my freedom in salvation of not seeking approval of the dos and don'ts from anyone. I read the word of God myself and pray a lot. - I changed to a Pentecostal church from Anglican because the pastors welcomed me the way I was, did not condemn me, became my friends, helped me walk the rough road of rejection/failed marriage and they allowed me to serve in the church.... I am a servant in our church. - At 50, I am open for love. Praying to God for a God fearing friend that will translate into a husband 😂...... One day while praying in my closet, I opened my Bible and God led me to Eccl <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="249">4:9</a>-12... The heading was, It is better to have a friend, I have since started praying for a friend instead. On the other hand (20%) - Not yet financially stable...... Imagine still an employee, an HRM in a company. - Not yet a grandmother, I know it's lovely carrying them, loving them 😂 - No personal business as a back up.... It's a long story, and part of it is spiritual BUT I will get there. - I am very grateful to God for the far he has brought me and very hopeful that my tomorrow will be greater than today....

[@user-pe1xb5ev7j]

Wueh

[@chepkorireddah323]

Don't stop, don't give up keep that spirit of being strong woman

[@scovianlillian553]

Best interview I've watched this year so far! It was a great show full of immense lessons

[@wanjahteeannah9220]

Wa Gituro in Jake's voice 💖💖💖I personally love you... Your fellow single mama💪

[@gracewanyaga3322]

I'm a single mother of two young men both at university the father is alive but he has never paid a single shilling towards their education.God in heaven has walked by my side in this journey.Glory to God.

[@user-wh7si6qk6t]

Your giving me courage

[@julianmakwae2736]

My mum did a wonderful job raising 3kids as a single mum wasn't easy am proud of single mum's kid

[@paulawanjiku9920]

Beautiful woman. Am so inspired by the way she talks. I am a proud single mother to three beautiful kids.

[@Becky370]

Team Lnny we a here again 🙌🙌 kidogo kidogo Joyce will come with a huge testimony amepata mtu😂😂😂 anyway akileta testimony pia mm nitakua nimepata one from Europe country my dream so far sijui itakam tupass i don't know

[@carolinemukundi4918]

Mama Jakes, Wagituro she is such a vibe.She encourages us everyday na bible verses on her social media pages...❤❤

[@maryndungu4601]

I am happy to watch and listen to this lady, such an inspiring story, happy to know this thing of freshers in campus might not come home some days.....you don't know how you have helped me. I resonate a lot with this story. Single mothers are children of God.

[@carolkami.671]

Here I am at a crossroad as a single mother, then comes Joyce Gituro to give me a boost of confidence..thank you Lynn.

[@belindamelvine2133]

Its good to have Mama Jakes here,so inspiring ❤ misfortunes will introduce you your true friends,thank you LNN

[@kendra5275]

I stood with my friends when they went through nasty divorces and I've no regrets. And yes we're still very close years later. That part of praying for your kids,thank you Mama Jakes ❤

[@saidahj2543]

Joyce has made me love myself,treasure myself,cherish everything about myself...KUDOS LYNN ❤

[@consolatawangechi5419]

A woman of God full of wisdom. My take home is prayer and being honest to yourself

[@LynnNgugi]

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[@winfredndunda8709]

I just love this lady she is strong and best Mum ever 😍😍😍

[@carolinakyengo]

My mom is a single mother...my Dad alikufa tukiwa wadogo sana...Single mother are very strong I respect them so much❤❤

[@debbieochako5143]

Widow

[@violetkadenyi8810]

Her story is so inspiring, Joyce is a strong woman and a good story teller, I actually can listen to her the whole day🥰 God bless you mama Jakes

[@Maryanne1235]

I love this woman aki....your kids are so lucky to have you. Learning alot from you as a single mum

[@ericthongori1995]

She has a strong spirit

[@stacylinckonstacy4776]

I feel my self esteem being boosted by this story of joyce ....so educative..ladies let's raise our bar....I ain't going to provide for any man,,,its should be the other way.thanks joyce I feel inspired

[@nothandomakiwah8165]

Im motivated so much,by this lady story ,may God give us strength as strong mothers to take care of our blessings,

[@AdventinaAnthony]

I never knew that she carried such an inspiring story! Knew her through Jeridah. Joyce, you are an incredible woman. You have done a very great job in raising your kids❤️. I love your friendship with Jeridah, may you two last and continue raising each other. Continue inspiring mama💙.

[@mercyambuka9214]

That part of mentorship and listening to the voice of God ....has touched me to the core.I used to listen to her gospel show ,it helped me through some tough times .Thank you.

[@roziekabiru3227]

❤hukam saa ngapi n which station?

[@MaryBasil255]

This is a learning episode. I'm truly touched. Tell it as it is. Be blessed

[@lucywachira3056]

This is where we hit the nail on the head, raw and real. Lynn thanks for this one. Baby girls you did good.

[@KalosMillers]

when you hit rock bottom you may do things you never thought you may do but God’s grace is sufficient to bring you back to his love

[@teresagitonga8749]

All single mothers gather here we get free advice. Thanks Joyce especially happy kwa watoto coz @time we worry too much about them.

[@salamapeaceful2990]

tuko hapa

[@theresiawangui1315]

Tuko kwa wingi and moving on strong.

[@Joyful-gu5bj]

Been single is a blessing and ministry. Enjoy your singlehood and I hate when some married women put single mums down. They should remember they were once single.

[@fridahmiriti39]

Thank you Lynn for bringing Joyce today. She has a free spirit and I love all her perspectives on matters life. You have balanced it so well.

[@pinkyinyanje]

This is so amazing my mama is a single mum and im so proud of her.

[@Mumsoncountrylife]

Thank you for bringing Mama Jakes❤❤❤

[@ivywangui308]

One of my best segments this year. God bless you Lynn , Your Team and Joyce Gituro.😊

[@janetwambui9234]

Hi Lynn, thanks for bringing this beautiful lady.I admire her with the relationship she has with her kids. Its good.. Celebrating single mothers. I'm also a mama Jakes. 😊.. God bless.

[@hellennjeeri7524]

I like the way she's put it. That verse of...." I know your plans".... and also about prayer.

[@user-ww6qd4yp1f]

Thanks Lynn for this lady love her 🎉

[@lucygich7205]

Joyce Wairimu wa Gituro, you have really inspired me on so many levels about my life in particular...I am rebuilding and restoring intentionally...Happy 2024

[@flonya1334]

Very impressed with how Joyce chose to live her life....May God add her more years to do more for those near and dear to her

[@JustMegan2008]

I relate so much to mama Jakes alot,the stigma i faced especially from church members and people i called friends

[@lydianyamongo1109]

I'm a strong single mom over 10yrs of 2 girls highly favored by God have scaled through mountains but here iam still a child of God who never gave up in life ,it has been a journey .Grace n Mercies of God am holding on to.Thanks wagituro for sharing ur story .

[@mariabaemedi3326]

I have shared this chat far and wide, so much to learn from. Thank you Lynn and your team and my big applause to that honorable woman.

[@langatrobert905]

Thank you, Gituro for sharing your story. Very inspirational .My pick,don't loose yourself in church.And to Lynn,you are God send to help us unwind n come out of our hiding depression

[@Evalian198]

Excellent interview Lynn quite inspirational. I have just got a prophecy that she will get married again

[@patiencebarasa550]

The most natural, organic and beautiful conversation ever❤❤ and Joyce’s laugh is so infectious 😍😍

[@jedidaapondi287]

This is one last who inspires me a lot. Glad Lynne got her on this platform

[@elizabethnjoroge2847]

Wagituro nice show and so much wisdom I have learned alot from you and ur strength I loved every part of the show....

[@user-sd1zf1ff7k]

Mama Jake's. You're the best. The best interview for single mothers to hear

[@robertkiragu3248]

Lynn l have listened her past interview in other channels but in this one she looks more purposeful.

[@esthermuchau8317]

Great to jear this. Am inspired much Wen am now cleaning my messy life.. Thanks mama jakes

[@user-mw6gq2np7w]

Mama Jake's you are a strong woman, you always inspire me as a single mom,,May God lift you day by day

[@oliviahlihemo5768]

It is so nice to hear from her she is my role model. I separated from my husband and life still go on ... and what I have experience men date me thinking iam rich woman and i leave them ...since i have hard from you you now I know I'm in good place

[@MCLYNN_LIEN]

Feeling inspired and motivated. God bless all single parents. ❤❤❤

[@mutukunzisa7621]

Oooo Lynn thank you for having Mama Jakes personally I have learned a lot. Ooo wisdom wisdom sending ❤❤❤❤. Asante.

[@onefineday7613]

This was a beautiful show 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 The energy was vibing - loved these two ladies, keep the good work. 🫶🏽💝

[@jeddymoon3803]

Hard times makes us realize real from fake friends

[@faithjepchumba7470]

1

[@mercywanjiru3690]

Soo true my situation now

[@carolinealubiri6246]

True, friends and relatives choose them wisely

[@nusramunini9650]

Not all around you are friends last year I had a lady close to me and her husband got fired there life's was hard,,,cos I knew the family and their situation I had to give them capital to start a business ,,sema watu kunipa character development baada ya kusaidika,,,anyway it's life 😂

[@Beingme2024]

Say that again

[@MyJOSE2013]

Only depend on God if you want happiness.Take it as a season. As a single lady I find i have nothing in common even with my very best friend. No haite, just that wakiongea za watoi na bwana i have nothing to say. I wish single people, widows and widowers would create their own groups since the married dont accomondate them, even in church. You would be very surprised how powerful you become and even make those others jealous! Lord remember to mix and match lone people and start with me. Tuombeane

[@millicentochola5551]

That's very nice...

[@AnnMathenge-mu3ib]

I support yoi

[@priscillamaraka4009]

Thank you for bringing Mama Wambilianga on the show.Quite inspiring!

[@musyimipurity9444]

This is so moving Mama Jakes...you're a woman of integrity

[@florencemuthoni409]

That's was so owesome thanks Lynn for hosting this wonderful lady..wagituro you've done a good job, hapo kwa kwenda out you've talked to me, cos me is job church and home😂😂😂atleast tutoke tuonekane also a single mom of 2 boys..❤

[@user-ci1cf8hf7f]

I must watch this to the end, Mama Wambilianga❤❤❤

[@roselyneorengo7603]

So inspired woow Lynn good job....I wud like to tell my journey of tough rejection when I land

[@annewambui4007]

My take home, Believe, Hope, Trust and above all, Pray.....be open n honest with God... Thank you sooo much, this has really encouraged me 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@ceciletamarah513]

You're such an amazing single mother madam Joyce,,may God bless you always,,being raised by a single mom,,l really do understand what our mothers do go through 😢 while trying to find something to put on the table 🙏🙏

[@netlipskitchen]

Mama Jakes AKA wambilianga was so excited to see her here ...I love her and jakes they just put a smile on my face

[@norinemmuka]

Mama Jakes You are a Gem ,Proud of you ,am encouraged, Self esteem on high vibration ..Thank you.

[@helvisimeon989]

i really learn a lot from your story. you told the truth. May the Lord keep you . Asante. From Namibia

[@doriswangui6114]

Wa Gituro is a whole vybe I started following her from enzi za metha ya kagoni ! She is a whole package bliss, poise and funny all in one 😂

[@Kariminjagi07]

Wooow I love mama jakes..thanks for having her..am a singlemom too..whatever she is saying is true..we are judged harshly..And yes we are going to be like open books not to fear men who will not give you eternal life

[@christinenoni4825]

I have really liked Joyce's reasoning and attitude . That is the way to go gal . ...

[@chebsemmie8691]

OoThank God for bringing in Joyce , Lynn thanks your episodes are encouraging. Am so much inspired u don't know what have been going thru and what am going thru to this minute.Joyce u are an inspiration

[@user-ik9dh6nv2e]

Am single mum of two girls and am learn alot from you Joyce.....

[@marykiio304]

Ohh Yes me too 👍

[@ladyjmoha]

True said.... ones you're a single mom...you will not be love by Friends or Relatives.,...I'm calling myself Team strong...not our wish to be single...Godoos @Joyce👏 to present us

[@MUMBIFILDA]

waooow......just enjoying your conversation with Joyce Gituro.....joyce you are model to many especially single mums,,,,big up mama,

[@graceoloo2432]

Mama Jeff inspires me a lot especially her relationship with jeff. Have learnt a lot from Joyce and enjoy her word.of God

[@marymugambi8407]

Thank you for this opportunity to learn we have a lot in common Joyce my kind request is if I can join the single women serving God group

[@Ruthbaraka902]

Am 23yrs old and a single mum of two boys I love this woman mama Jakes❤❤

[@paulinewachira339]

Be strong 💪 always pray 🙏 alot mama boys ❤❤

[@Ruthbaraka902]

@@paulinewachira339 thanks a lot

[@sarahwanjira682]

Finally you brought Joyce..to say I'm excited is an understatement.Thanks Lynn

[@winniengugi487]

I learnt alot am in working progress and prayer, prayer prayer. Thanks ladies

[@mallacenttomno9014]

Joyce you've really inspired me as my fellow single mum,lemmi just struggle things will be okey.imagine what you are talking plain truth,mimi niliskia jirani akiambia mwenzake hata watu waking'aria mabwana zetu hawatapata coz bwana si easy going😢😢😢

[@sophiaobori5232]

The love i have for this woman only God knows ,i love you mama❤

[@emmyandrew]

Thanks so much, i’ve learnt alot. Blessings.

[@jacintagitau4105]

Waw the show was such an amazing great lesson to me n ihopeall the entire Lyns' family have learnt alot.n may God bless you for me women of valor.n keep this channel going

[@carolinechepkorir4629]

Joyce Gituro,I love how principled you are,iam writing this before I finish watching,I am a strong believer in the perfectness of our God,I thank God that you are deeply rooted in Him,May He complete your story with a beautiful testimony in His perfect will.May the desires of your heart be granted to you by Our righteous and just God,you will not remain the same.All things work together for the good of those who love the Lord.

[@AnnMathenge-mu3ib]

Powerful

[@Chrissy14]

Single mum+broke=loneliness,, friends avoid you like plague,,, weueh!!!but there is always a closer friend than all,,God ❤️.

[@teresiamaina9573]

Even single and broke

[@wairimuwaiyaki]

What an amazing woman. What an encouraging interview. Authentic, raw and inspiring. Thank you for inviting Joyce. Many women, me included are delivered today.

[@maurinechebet1742]

Thank you Joyce for sharing. So powerful commit your children to the Lord. Am blessed. Salimia Jakes sana