A Single Woman on Holiday: 6 Must Do’s for Meeting Yourself
We don’t know what we’ve got till it’s gone. This is true for so many things after divorce, but in this case, I am referring to family vacations, those idealized holidays we took with our children and our husband. Those rare two weeks, where away from the home front, and the grind of our jobs,…
Read MoreHow Can a Court Custody Order Be Changed?
To parents, one of the most important aspects of the divorce process is custody of the children. While most people do not go to court for divorce in the United States, for those who do, the final court custody order is often the divorce’s most contentious and important part. This order can give you the…
Read MoreDivorce Anniversary: My Third Year of Being Imperfect but Free
It is common for divorced women to underestimate our achievements, our accomplishments, and who we’ve become as a result. After all, many of us are powering on, too busy looking ahead that we never pause to look back. Others of us might still view our divorce as a failure, too, so we refuse to really…
Read MoreDivorce in Canada and a Personal Injury Settlement
When going through a divorce in Canada, the division of assets and liabilities is a significant issue that must be dealt with. If you received your personal injury settlement during your marriage, it’s crucial to learn the effect it will have on your divorce settlement. This article will discuss what happens to personal injury settlements…
Read MoreHow to Help a Friend Through a Divorce in 18 Loyal Ways
There may not be an infallible method for how to help a friend through a divorce, nor how to pry off the lid she’s got clamped on her real feelings. Sometimes, though, you may wish for a lid to put on her determination to post every insulting meme she can find, and block her from…
Read MoreJumpstart Your New Chapter: 10 Must Do’s for Life After Divorce
Divorce is never easy, but it doesn’t have to be the end of your story. You can start writing a new chapter by following these 10 must do’s for life after divorce. From creating a fresh start to regaining your confidence and self-esteem, you can make this time in your life positive. Don’t give up;…
Read MoreMy Husband Destroyed Me Emotionally
Recently, two people wrote me. One was a woman who shared, “My husband destroyed me emotionally. How do I ever move on?” And ironically the other was a man, who said, “Women don’t have a monopoly on being abused.” My heart goes out to both of these brave people who are suffering, and to others…
Read MoreYour State Law and Divorce
In the United States, every state has its own set of laws governing divorce proceedings. There is a nationwide set of laws guiding divorce or family law matters, but the state you reside in, and are a citizen of, will dictate the specifics of your case. Therefore, it’s important to learn about your state’s particular…
Read MoreA Legal Separation for a Woman: Pros and Cons
There are many factors to consider when you want to end a marriage. Before considering all the traditional factors that come with ending a marriage, like property division, custody arrangements, and lawyer involvement, you must decide whether your marriage will end via divorce or legal separation. Every woman has different needs that will impact this…
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