Tips and advice for men and women who have recently split up from a spouse and are now getting divorced.
It’s hard to believe it’s been 17 years since I went through a divorce, but I still vividly remember how intimidated I was when it came to the divorce process. I knew nothing about how divorce worked. I had never heard the words, “litigation, mediation, statute, decree, or prove-up.” The divorce process is complicated, lengthy, … Read more
We all get married expecting that we are in our forever relationship; our relationship that won’t end until we die in our sleep at age 102. That sounds wonderful, doesn’t it? The reality is, that’s probably not a high statistic (unless you live in one of the blue zones.) Before I get into why I … Read more
They were the couple who inspired every single woman who thought she was too old to be sexy and attractive to younger men. They made it acceptable for an older woman and a younger man to fall madly in love. And pictures of them always made us happy and hopeful. But now, Ashton Kutcher and … Read more
Ever thought about sitting down and writing a divorce apology letter to your ex? I’m not saying you have to send the letter, or even show it to anyone. I’m also not saying the divorce is your fault or all your fault. But a divorce apology letter could be a very healthy and productive way … Read more
I want to offer some advice on how to spend less money during and after a divorce. Here’s reality: You and your ex are now living in separate homes, which means two rents or mortgages. All the utilities that used to be for one home are now for two. Next are the exorbitant, obscene legal … Read more
It’s a phrase we’ve all probably heard over and over again our whole lives: Don’t drink and drive. Well, I want to tell you, that phrase is particularly important to say to those getting divorced! When people are going through a divorce, especially at the beginning, they are susceptible to addictions. This great piece of … Read more
From the minute a spouse says, “I want a divorce,” (or they say it to their spouse), life completely changes, and I’m not going to sugarcoat it, it’s really really hard. Speaking from my experience, the first year is the hardest, and then things start to get better. But I want to say this: even … Read more
When divorced parents interact, they typically act like this: cold, impersonal, cordial, angry and/or annoyed. At least at the beginning of the divorce. We all have to hope that as time goes by, divorced parents can be genuine friends. I want to share a story about two divorced parents–me and my ex, who ended up … Read more
Being in the divorce business for over a decade, I have heard my share of divorce stories. Most of them make me want to cry, or they make me angry, or scared for someone, or just depressed. Some divorce stories are shocking or horrifying. Then there are those divorce stories that inspire me and give … Read more
Being someone who spends a lot of time reading emails, texts, and social media messages from divorced women, I have learned a lot about what they are thinking and feeling. That includes how they feel about their ex husbands! So, to all the ex husbands out there, here is how your ex-wife feels about you, … Read more
This is a guest post by journalist and divorce blogger, Emma Johnson, founder of Wealthy Single Mommy. I came across Emma’s blog and loved, loved, loved this post! I found it to be hysterically funny, but sad, too and VERY accurate! Enjoy! 18 Things Men Say About Their Ex Wives by Emma Johnson When divorced people … Read more
The year I turned 41 was interesting, to say the least. My ex-husband had moved out a month earlier and we were just beginning the divorce process. What’s it like when you’re over 40 and single again? I’m going to tell you. “I’m over 40. Who’s going to want me??” “My ex already has a … Read more
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