At the age of about eight years, if he is a boy, she turns him over to his father for more Spartan training.
Quality child care, health insurance coverage, and training make it possible for former welfare recipients to get, and keep, jobs.
You build on failure. You use it as a stepping stone. Close the door on the past. You don't try to forget the mistakes, but you don't dwell on it. You don't let it have any of your energy, or any of your time, or any of your space.