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A HEART FULL OF LOVE A Heart Full of Love is the tale of Allison, an eight-year-old cocker spaniel pup-child of divorce, who relates and shows her conflicting feelings concerning her parents’ divorce, their significant others, and their eventual remarriages. Torn between sadness, grief, and fear of the changes in her life, Allison ultimately makes peace with herself, her family and stepfamily of dogs, with the compassionate guidance, patience and loving understanding that they... Read Full Story
I am sitting here at Peet's in Pacific Heights and right outside the window I am witnessing the dreaded "exchange" that happens between parents when there is divorce and there is a child involved. Child in tears. Mom looking helpless. Dad looking helpless. Finally parent one drags off the crying child. The other parent left alone with her own tears left to absorb the looks of strangers who now pass her by not knowing. I can only imagine that God weeps for us at these times. It is amazing... Read Full Story
Helping your Children Through Your Divorce Dealing with a divorce is difficult for everyone, including the kids. It is a life altering event that can take a toll emotionally and physically . This is especially true for children. Children need additional support during this tough time. They need to know and understand that it is not their fault and that both parents still love them very much. You and your soon to be ex are going to have to work hard at putting aside your anger and hard... Read Full Story
Depression After Divorce And How To Deal With It by John Morris Divorce may be sad, but that doesn't mean you have to let yourself fall into a spiral of depression that you can't get out of ever again. Divorce is a reason why many men and women alike find their selves fighting depression. Depression is a problem when you rely on another person, and your marriage ends. Splitting up can be difficult. The changes in your life can feel as if they are overwhelming but with the right treatments... Read Full Story
Worried About The Effect Of Divorce On Your Kids? The shift from a two-parent home to a one-parent home isn’t easy. You will question yourself, and the circumstances your children are thrown into. Will they grow up damaged in some way? It’s best to remember that no upbringing is perfect. Many children from unbroken homes grow up twisted. I believe that whether you grow up in a home with two parents or one, you will probably be a little screwed up anyway. People aren’t perfect, neither... Read Full Story
Okay - looking to kill a major portion of your week? Try giving a deposition in a Federal lawsuit where you are the key witness. I had big plans, big, big plans for this week. Finishing shopping, book editing, catching up on blogs, writing posts for meme's and awards - now those plans are all shot. A "three hour" deposition has now turned it to a six-plus hour interrogation that will now continue through tomorrow for lord knows how long. Of course I can't discuss the nature of things beyond... Read Full Story
When I went through a divorce more than 14 years ago, my two children were a baby and a preschooler, and thus weren’t old enough to be given too many details. I have often wondered, though, how different it would have been if they had been older. How would I have told them that their father and I were divorcing, and we’d be moving to another home? Would they be scared or cry or begin acting out? Indeed, one of the most difficult conversations a parent will ever have with his or her children... Read Full Story
As if following your holiday visitation order wasn’t difficult enough, meet the newest twist – newly divorced grandparents! The older tier of Baby Boomers aren’t as savvy about delegating holidays as their younger counterpart. If fact, many older divorcing couples remain completely clueless about the ramifications of their holiday plans. They assume, perhaps, that because their children are adults, their divorce has little impact. Their Decrees have no mention of disparaging language... Read Full Story
Should I Divorce? Have you ever wondered "Should I stay married or should I divorce"? You are not alone. Troubles in a marriage easily prompt these kind of questions. The article below will help you sort out your feelings. Reality Check Before moving on with what you need to know about divorce, the next few paragraphs will ask you to look before you leap if you find yourself wanting out of your marriage. Choosing to divorce might ultimately be your decision, but it should be one made in a... Read Full Story
I REFUSE TO BECOME A PRODUCT OF SOCIETY . INSTEAD I CHOSE TO MAKE SOCIETY A PRODUCT OF MINE SOUTH CAROLINA FAMILY SERVICES BY COUNTY ( view more ) http://blog.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=blog.view&friendID;=176380584&blogID=252234915&MyToken;=d0095d6e-6750-4a9b-b1da-3ca8d5a2f1fd SOUTH CAROLINA'S MISSING CHILDREN ( view more ) http://blog.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=blog.view&friendID;=176380584&blogID=252210925&MyToken;=dfbdd6a0-c2d8-4f3d-b901-27c6144cb45d SOUTH CAROLINAS KIDS THAT... Read Full Story
