It is not uncommon for a couple to become newly engaged during the Independence Day holiday. If you're skeptical, think of it this way: a guy presents a fabulous ring, the gal is shocked and overjoyed; she says yes, and fireworks go off to exemplify the bliss of love....
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3 reasons to consider a collaborative divorce
A "collaborative divorce" sounds like an oxymoron. You are ending a marriage, how can it be collaborative? Isn't your spouse now the enemy? The answer: they don't have to be. You were a team throughout your marriage, so consider working as a team through the divorce...
Can I get a court order to pay for school costs
There are certain times of the year where the coming events tell you what month it is. For instance, a fireworks show typically signals Independence Day. Holiday displays signal a day in December, and the State Fair ending means that August is upon us. August also...
More courts recognizing ‘modern’ families
There's an old adage that says it takes a village to raise a child. It is based on an African proverb reminding parents that everyone who comes into a child's life, whether it is a grandparent, aunt, uncle or even a teacher can add something of value to enhance the...
Tasteful ways to post about your split on social media
Indeed, many people who want to get divorced quickly, or do not wish to spend a fortune on their divorce, need guidance on whether to use social media, but the reality is that with so many people posting about important life milestones, they invariably will talk about...
Are mediation and collaborative divorce the same thing?
If you're currently in the throes of a divorce or separation, you might be struggling to quickly learn the new legal lingo, not to mention the laws that go along with it. This can be frustrating for some considering the fact that some terms are used synonymously with...
5 (un)expected things many stepparents experience when parenting
Marrying someone who already has kids isn't for everyone. But for those who choose to take on this challenge, the rewards are endless. Naturally, there are some things you've considered such as how your spouse's children will react to you. On the other hand, there may...
Four clues to identify financial infidelity
It might seem cliché, but marital problems and financial problems often seem to go together. Whether these are symptoms of lack of financial discipline or the work of infidelity is open to discussion. Nevertheless, if one discovers financial infidelity, it could mean...
How parents should deal with denied parenting time
While it feels like it is hotter than July this week, the actual Independence Day holiday will be here before we know it. For most people, it will be a four-day weekend, which can be a little tricky for divorced and separated parents. Dividing a holiday weekend can be...
What a random act of kindness can do in a divorce
If there is one type of story that will make people feel better, it is a story about a random act of kindness. This could vary from a rich person putting a homeless person in a home at no charge, or a person saving an animal from a hot car. In the midst of a divorce,...
