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Breadwinner.

A noun,. A breadwinner definition of someone who earns enough money to support all of the house hold needs.

By Jen PhillipsPublished about a year ago 1 min read
Breadwinner.
Photo by Vana Ash on Unsplash

Growing up learning to be a independent human being. This means that all of my needs and wants are always met.

You know what that also brings? People taking advantage of what I bring to the table.

When is it my turn to be taken care of? I spent my whole life taking care of other people but it's a problem when I want someone to take care of me.

I understand in the world we live in today that it's hard to live off one source of income- but I do enjoy earning my own income.

It would be nice to be able to live off of passive income.

Always being the breadwinner in relationships isn't always sunshine and rainbows because no one is there for the breadwinner.

Would it be hard to ask to be able to catch a break?

sad poetry

About the Creator

Jen Phillips

Having a creative imagination has no limitations. My favourite past time is just dumping all my thoughts on to paper and seeing where it goes.

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  • Nicole8 months ago

    So true! It’s nice to be able to take care of yourself but it is also nice to not have to carry the entire burden.

  • Testabout a year ago

    you nailed it

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