Veronica Merritt: A Single Mother’s Journey of Resilience
At 45, Veronica Merritt from New York is a single mother of 12 who faces financial struggles with unwavering love. “I spend $24,000 annually on food,” she shares, relying on $1,400 in monthly food stamps, though she needs up to $3,000. Beyond groceries, her expenses total $58,000 annually. Veronica uses TikTok to “highlight the realities of raising a large family” and supplements her income through artwork. Despite the challenges, she finds “immense joy in motherhood” and remains an inspiration for single parents everywhere.