It’s something that you’ve thought about for a long time. You’ve been dissatisfied with your marriage for years, yet here you still are. The idea of separating from him or her leaves you feeling a range of emotions from terrified to exhilarated...
Category Archives: Getting Divorced
The Opening of Divorce Courts In Illinois: What That Could Mean For You
Good News! Divorce courts in Illinois are officially open. It has been a long, sometimes stressful few months for so many. With pressing legal issues and limited resources, those who have been waiting to have cases heard in court or addressed in non-...
Advice for Divorced Woman who Writes: I’m Alone On My Birthday
From a divorced woman seeking advice: My birthday is coming up and this is the first time I am alone on my birthday, in a new city with no close friends. Any idea on how I can celebrate on my own? First off, Happy Birthday! The older I get, the mo...
Divorcing After 30 Years: I Wanted to Be With Him and He Said No
From a reader: Decided today we are divorcing after 30 years. He is living in Florida, I'm in Illinois. I wanted to move to Florida to be with him and he said no. Feeling horrible. I am sorry to hear that you are feeling horrible, but if you com...
Staying With Someone Who Cheated On You: Is Marriage Counseling the Answer?
Staying with someone who cheated on you is a tough call. Every situation is unique. If someone cheats, that doesn't necessarily mean he/she will do it again. Maybe it was a wakeup call that the marriage needs help. Maybe divorce isn't the answer. Tha...