Parental abduction is a form of kidnapping and can be prosecuted as such. Sometimes parental abduction happens because a custodial or non-custodial parent doesn’t know that the law requires the other parent’s written consent for his or her taking the child/ren out of state. Recently in the news, Britney Spears was chided by opposing counsel […]
My friend has taken to calling her ex-husband her “spiritual teacher.” Generally followed by a loud cackle. She’s joking but she’s also not because she’s learning that people who vex us the most really are teachers to us if we allow them.
Her divorce and the following eight years were brutal. She married this guy when […]
There is a big difference between having a good time and creating a problem, but some people use partying as an excuse to hide problems and hide from problems. The person who comes to mind most immediately is celebrity Britney Spears, who is a great example of someone with real life problems that everyone else […]
Separation and divorce during pregnancy are terrible trials for a mother to endure emotionally, but it is understandable that they happen. The following are reasons why some couples separate and divorce during pregnancy.
1. Hormone Central. The increase in hormones a pregnant woman’s body makes not only helps create a baby in a nurturing physical environment, […]
If You’re Over 40…and Dating (again)
The playing field can seem really scary. You’re competing against 20 and 30 somethings that you think look so much better than you do, and are carefree when you’re shouldering the burden of divorce scars. Don’t even mention the idea of taking off your clothes with someone!
Don’t worry — follow […]
April’s Hints on How to Begin Mending a Broken Heart:
If there’s a party you know about, get dressed and go celebrate with people who want to enjoy themselves! Look great, and you’ll have a better chance of feeling great. Flirt!
#1 — Rub those tears away with a rub down. Book a spa date for one. […]
Smoking is bad for your health, and second hand smoke kills. It’s pretty clear. However, enforcement of health laws and regulations regarding smoking is more challenging, and with new evidence and regulations and laws regarding second hand smoke and children, the biggest impact may be felt in the family court where divorce custody cases are […]
DO have reasonable expectations for the evening. You probably won’t meet Mr. Right tonight, and be engaged six months from now. You will probably have a good time or a bad time — that’s right — one or the other. Your choice. Decide in advance what you’d like to do, and stick to […]
What is and isn’t appropriate when dealing with gifts and exes during the holidays?
Giving and getting a gift from the ex depends on a couple of things:
* If you are married, you should not be getting gifts or giving gifts from an ex boyfriend or girlfriend. Furthermore, if you are single, you should not be […]
Transitions are difficult in normal times. Add a holiday and complications abound. Here’s some advice for the following transitions:
A new divorce where there are children involved:
1. Abide by the court ordered custody schedule. Don’t pick now to make a custody fight. If you don’t like the schedule work to change it after the holidays. Easier […]