divorced
Sometimes a good divorce is better than a bad marriage.
The Betty in Me
I cut my bangs with some rusty kitchen scissors; I screamed his name 'til the neighbors called the cops. I numbed the pain at the expense of my liver, don't know what I did next - all I know, I couldn't stop. Word got around to the barflies and the Baptists. My Mama's phone started ringing off the hook. I can hear her now saying she ain't gonna have it, "Don't matter how you feel, it only matters how you look! Go and fix your makeup, girl, it's just a breakup, run and hide your crazy and start actin' like a lady. Cause I raised you better, you gotta keep it together, even when you fall apart. Powder your nose, paint your toes, line your lips and keep them closed!" – Miranda Lambert
By Dejaye Botkin6 years ago in Families
Confessions
For 34 years I lived a life of denial and pretending to be someone I knew in my heart I was not ! Growing up in the south we are pushed to the status que all our child hood is riddled with shuttle pushes in what we should want ! On December 2 2011 I decided that I was not going to live in misery any longer !
By Lance Christopher Stevens6 years ago in Families
GUILT
It's true. What you think you know at 18, changes as you age. Maybe your feeling change, perhaps you understand things differently because of experiences you have, but either way, who you are and what you think changes. Falling in love with a narcissist blurs those lines. In fact, falling in love with a narcissist obliterates the ability to distinguish growth, reality and complete perception of what is happening to you anymore. You wont recognize who you are anymore.
By Secunda Bell6 years ago in Families
My Wife Left Me for A Woman
In September 2012, I met the woman who would eventually become my wife. We immediately hit it off. We were young, she was 23 and I was 29. We bought our first home together within a year and married within two. We "had it all", as we advanced in our careers. In 2016, our first daughter was born. Our second daughter was born in 2018.
By carlos rossi6 years ago in Families
How to prepare yourself and your kids for your divorce
When you think about the topic of divorce, most people's reactions aren't along the lines of "oh, fun, can't wait to do that!" Oftentimes, divorce can be extremely difficult. It's essentially uprooting your way of life and can be especially hard if you have children. This article is written for those parents going through a divorce who want to know how to do what's best for themselves and for their kids. While every parent and family is different, we hope that with the information contained here, your divorce, while it will likely still be hard, will at least be a little bit easier both on you and your children.
By Alejandro Uria6 years ago in Families
divorced parents
I grew up in a household of 5 people. Me, my 2 sisters, mom and dad. My mom and dad would fight a lot. I remember one time playing in my sisters room and my mom came in, crying. She said that she was going to go to her mom. 2 hours from our house. I didn’t know exactly what was going on since I was around 8 years old I think. But I didn’t want her to leave so I started crying. Just like my sister. Eventually my mom just went to our neighbors but forgot her bag so came back and took us with her to her mom. This wasn’t going to be the first time. After this they started fighting even more. Then my mom would go upstairs crying. I remember always writing her a letter. Don’t remember what I would write but I do know I always tried to make her happy.
By Fleur Aalsma6 years ago in Families
Rising From the Shadow of Abuse
"You're a greedy bitch." The low and intense tenor of my ex boyfriend’s voice conveyed a deep contempt for me. I was in my car waiting for my daughter to come out of his house so I could take her home. But he wasn't letting her out. He was crouched down at the driver's side window with his face disturbingly close to mine, berating me for my "bad behavior" as if I were a child.
By Casey Smith6 years ago in Families
What is the process of Divorce in Ontario?
It’s absolutely normal to feel overwhelmed when considering a divorce. There are lots of things to deal with; you need to work with real estate agents, lawyers and perhaps insurance brokers, among others. However, this should not make you stressed on what to do. Divorce laws in Ontario are very clear, and they should be followed. Even better, some law firms have affordable divorce options that can make your divorce process less stressful. There are no hidden fees, and the instructions are easy to follow. Before starting a divorce case, the best decision you can make is to hire an experienced divorce lawyer. The lawyer will explain what the law requires in respect to your case and how your rights can be protected. If you’re contemplating divorce in Ontario, you must know some basics.
By Krik Lester6 years ago in Families
How to Retain a Divorce Attorney if Low Income in Los Angeles
Living on a low income has its fair share of challenges. These challenges are magnified when presented with a divorce. There are however outlets and entities that provide Los Angeles low income divorce attorney services.
By Adam Heath6 years ago in Families
