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How To Deal With An Angry Ex Husband Sending Mean Texts

Couples often show their worst selves during a divorce, and that includes mean and angry text messages and/or emails. It’s not easy trying to figure out how to deal with an angry ex husband sending mean messages, especially when you’re not expecting them.  Let me explain… Picture this. You are sitting in front of the … Read more

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Divorcing with a Business in Texas: A Guide

In Texas, when you are divorcing with a business, court proceedings often get complex. Business ownership can complicate a divorce proceeding because the court seeks to provide a just and right division of property for both parties, which may not necessarily coincide with your views on what an equal division is. A just and right division … Read more

I feel broken

I Feel Broken: Dumped, Angry And In Pain

I’ve been corresponding with a reader who has been divorced for several years, and was recently in a relationship for well over a year, which she thought was happy, healthy, and loving. Until her boyfriend broke up with her via text, causing her to write to me: “I feel broken…” What does it mean to … Read more

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Fear of Commitment or Wrong Guy?

Jackie, I need some relationship advice. My friend says I have a fear of commitment because I break up with my boyfriend every time he talks about moving in together or marriage. Do you think she is right? It is difficult to answer this question without knowing more details such as: Have you ever been … Read more

Father's Day

A Checklist For Divorced Moms On Father’s Day

There are only a few guarantees when it comes to most divorce cases. Two of them include: Mom gets the kids on Mother’s Day and Dad gets them on Father’s Day. I’d have to bet it’s written that way in almost every divorce decree, not including cases of sole custody and other special circumstances.   … Read more

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Falling in Love With Someone Else When You’re Married

Is falling in love with someone else when you’re married possible? What I mean is, I’ve heard many people say that they fell in love with someone else while married, and I just don’t know if they really fell in love, or if they were just unhappy in the marriage and used the affair to … Read more

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How to Tell If a Single Mom Likes You: 16 Signs

A friend of mine called me to ask me some questions about a single mom he was dating. He wanted to know what to expect, what she was thinking, and how to tell if a single mom likes you. I gave him a little bit of insight, and then thought I’d share it with you. … Read more

financial planning for divorce

Financial Planning for Divorce: 4 Reasons You Absolutely Need the MDS Divorce Financial Portrait

If you’re facing divorce, you’re probably feeling a lot of anxiety and uncertainty about the future. I understand what you’re going through. I’ve been there myself. Financial planning for divorce might seem intimidating, confusing and time-consuming, but it is vital in achieving a fair divorce outcome. That’s why we created the Divorce Financial Portrait.   … Read more

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The Key Ingredients of a Great Co-parenting Agreement

Going through a divorce is never easy, especially when children are involved. In times like these, it becomes essential to create a co-parenting agreement that promotes the well-being and stability of the children. A well-crafted post-divorce co-parenting agreement gives kids clarity and structure, which will in turn help them thrive. Here are 6 vital elements … Read more

I can't live without him

After 3 Years I Can’t Live Without Him Still

I’m not sure there is a woman on earth who hasn’t said or felt these five words: I can’t live without him. The words are usually spoken or thought during or after a breakup, a divorce, or a death.   It’s unbelievably heartbreaking to feel like you can’t live without someone you truly loved and/or … Read more

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5 Reasons Sex on a First Date is a Bad Idea

If you ask any woman and she’ll probably tell you that since she was a teenager, she’s always been told not to have sex on a first date. If you ask her why, she’ll most likely say it’s because her mother, or aunt or sister or friend told her that a guy wont contact a … Read more

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Advice for Divorce After an Affair

I frequently meet with new clients shortly after they or their spouse have revealed or discovered an affair in their marriage. Divorce after an affair is always a painful situation for everyone involved. Emotions run high. On one hand there is anger, hurt, and grief. On the other hand might be guilt, shame, and displaced … Read more