Marriage and Divorce

When a couple exchanges wedding vows, they truly believe their relationship will last until “death do us part.” After all, their love is intense and it will carry them through any hardship life throws their direction. Or will it? Just…
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I was going through a bad break up. You know, the kind where all you can do is think of him or you’ll drop everything, even plans with friends, to go see him if he called. Sound familiar? One day…
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When we take that walk down the aisle, no one anticipates a future that involves a separation. Even for those who choose to just cohabitate, it is hard to imagine a future without the one we love. Statistically, however, 2/3…
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Life as an ex in-law can be very difficult especially if one is a grandparent. We should do all we can to find solutions to save relationships destroyed between grandparents and grandchildren. Being a grandparent is one of the most…
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I must be honest and say that my ex-husband and I are better friends now then when we were married. Going through the divorce was a tough one but we all turned out just fine. My three children have parents…
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It is odd being an ex-in-law. People are very confusing in how they respond when it is no longer us, but now him and her. People who were friends to both, suddenly become one sided or friends to neither. Relatives…
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Divorce is scary. Whether you’ve been married 2 years or 20 years; whether you’re doing the leaving or your partner is; or whether you’ve got a great support system or no one at all – divorce is threatening to everyone’s…
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The divorce rate in our country is staggering and there are more children being raised in one parent households today than ever before. Yes relationships don’t work and some people feel that divorce is the only option but the children…
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I’ve been down this road and even though it was a mutual agreement, it didn’t lessen the pain. We’d had thirteen years together. Some good, some not so good. But we had a history. At age fifty-six, the thought of…
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There has long been debate about the effect that family separation has on children. Some argue that it is better to separate in order to remove arguments from the child’s home, some argue that a child needs a stable family…
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How to Have a Divorce Party While during your divorce, how many of your friends offered help, words of advice, friendship and “anything I can do”-isms? Well here is a chance to actually say something back. Have a Divorce Party….
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I loved my husband. I still do. I tried everything in my power to make him stay, but he wanted out. I found out that my husband had been having an affair for a couple of months. I found this…
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“Til death do us part”. Those were probably part of the vows you made on your most important day: Wedding Day! Yet, somewhere, something went terribly wrong. The relationship is not going the way you thought it would or should….
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Divorce is always a stressful event to have to go through. When your spouse wants the divorce but you do not it can be extra tough to cope with. This is because you will be left feeling helpless and rejected….
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So, you’ve filed the papers, met with the lawyers, sorted out the assets…but you’re still feeling the unmistakable and unique anger that comes with divorce? You’re not alone, as a matter of fact, experiencing anger after the finality of a…
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When a divorce is filed, it is easy for the parties involved to adopt the belief that their debts can wait until the divorce is finalized. Putting this belief into practice can severely damage the financial future of both parties….
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When you get married it is supposed to be forever. You celebrate the fact that you are now tied to another human being for the rest of your life. When it turns out that is not quite the case for…
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“Time heals all wounds”. The need to surround ourselves with positive things in our lives, by taking steps and setting different goals to ease the pain are what most people strive towards when going through the pains of a divorce….
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Plan Your Strategy When it became apparent to me that my husband and I weren’t going to make it as a married couple, my first reaction was, panic. What was I going to do now? It’s not like I’m 30…
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The divorce is final and you feel as if your whole world has caved in, you have to wonder how are you ever going to go on each day. Family and close friends try to tell you that in time…
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Things in the marriage are a little rough. No one seems to be happy. Everything the couple has done to help seems to have gone flat. Perhaps some of the basics like trust, love, and communication skills are all under…
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Divorce is a difficult time in the lives of all involved. When the decision is made to split a shared life into two single lives, the sorting of possessions and belongings and time with loved ones begins. Typically, couples have…
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No Way! If a spouse wants out they can get out. When someone knows you well and how to push your buttons causing stress its very possible. I tried to hold on for the last 2 years after being married…
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There’s not a divorce manual you can look at saying when its time for a divorce you will just have to feel it for yourself. Everyone is different and every circumstance is different. Your tolerance plays an part as well….
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Divorce isn’t an easy thing to go through. Regardless of the circumstances, it’s an emotional roller coaster for all involved. This article will give you some advice on how to survive during and after your divorce. Stand tall. You’ll make…
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Moving on to a new life, that’s what you have to do after a divorce. But getting the motivation and the energy to do so is not easy. The devestation of going through a divorce takes a toll on your…
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Getting along with your ex’s new partner probably isn’t the first thing you need to be concerned about in your relationship. There may even be a question if it is wise to “get along” with the ex partner. Perhaps a…
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The papers are signed, the divorce is final and you are now free. Your spouse is now your ex. You are free to live your life but you are not free from the anger. The love of your life has…
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Picking the bits of tattered pieces of your life up after a divorce can be very tough. Pain and confusion go hand in hand when entering into life after a divorce. It is possible to mend the broken pieces divorce…
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I know we all hate to even think about divorce but sometimes it’s a reality that has to be faced. Not every relationship is really built for a lifetime. Once you take a really hard look at what is really…
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