From Professional to Personal: The Unexpected Joy of Workplace Friendship
“Chance made us colleagues. Fun and laughter made us friends.” ~Unknown A year into my new job, I realized that the hardest part wasn’t the complexity of the work—it was…
Divorce In An Abusive Relationship
If you are in an abusive relationship and are considering separation or divorce, you need to proceed carefully. Your abuser may react very strongly to your leaving, so you need…
Getting Passport Consent for Children of Divorce
Does a non-custodial parent have to sign a passport consent form before a child can be issued a passport to leave the country? If you are planning on getting a…
Breaking Free: Healing from cPTSD and Reclaiming My Life
“The wound is the place where the Light enters you.” ~Rumi In 2011, my world shattered. My mother passed away, and with her, the fragile scaffolding that held my life…
Divorcing an Abusive Husband – What You Need to Know
Ending a marriage is never easy, but divorcing an abusive husband can make an already bad situation dangerous. This is why it is so crucial to think ahead before you…
Real Marriage vs Wedding Vow Illusions
What is the reality of an actual marriage vs. wedding day dreams and vows? Since most women visiting this site are have experienced marital trouble to some extent or another,…
Why Parenting Classes for Divorce are Important
Going through a divorce is tough on both parents and their children. And it can be hard to maintain a positive attitude for the benefit of your kids. But you…
The Changes I’m Making to Stop Wasting My Limited Time
“Contentment has more to do with a heart of joy as life unfolds than it ever will with a life filled with stuff.” ~Kate Summers Recently, an older friend who…
Parenting After Divorce – Tips for Interacting with Your Ex
Parenting after divorce with your ex can be challenging at times, especially if each of you seems to have a different outlook on how the children should be raised. Top…
Step Grandparent Adjustment and the Blended Family
Adjusting to a new step grandparent can be challenging for children that have gone through a divorce. When one of their parents remarry, they are expected to be nice to…















