Does an ex-wife in Oklahoma have the right to evict my friend from her boyfriend's house on the weekends when his kids visit?
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posted by inturnaround
on Jul 1, 2012 -
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My friend is in extreme crisis after his wife of seven years left him completely out of the blue. I'm not sure what to do to help him. Relevant details inside.
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posted by ronofthedead
on Jun 8, 2012 -
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DivorceFilter Colorado: I have been told that there are guidelines for introducing children of a previous marriage to your a new romantic interest.
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posted by TauLepton
on Mar 11, 2012 -
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Is it illegal to post photos of children on the Internet without both their parent's permission?
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posted by doomtop
on Feb 27, 2012 -
30 answers
This is not going to be pretty. I need to know if there is any way for me to maintain a life with my children if I cannot maintain one with my wife.
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posted by anonymous
on Dec 26, 2011 -
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I'm in the throes of a divorce. I have an 8 year old girl. I've met someone else - how best to integrate two people with young kids...more details below...
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posted by nicktf
on Jul 8, 2011 -
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My partner and I are ontemplating separation and I am thinking of moving several towns over. I have read stories of parents separating and the benefits of the two homes being close as in a few blocks. But what should I know about making it work for myself and my kid when the homes are further apart?
I would like to hear positive advice from parents and kids who have negotiated two homes with a little distance between them . Were their plusses to this distance to balance out the minuses? How did you make it work?
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posted by anonymous
on Aug 7, 2010 -
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How can I help my three kids adjust to my plans to move in with my girlfriend? Specifically, how important is alone time with dad?
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posted by anonymous
on Jul 9, 2010 -
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Can we split the tax exemptions by giving one parent two children (exemptions) in odd years, one child (exemption) in even years?
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 24, 2010 -
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My friend has asked me to have a conversation with her about whether she should leave her husband for a new man. I have a strong view: should I tell her and can I do so in a way that is constructive? What else should I consider about the content and format of what I say?
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 3, 2010 -
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Is it a good idea for two divorced women and our (total of three) little kids to move in together for safety, companionship and financial savings?
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posted by anonymous
on May 16, 2010 -
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Not the brady branch: I live in a household with my child and my boyfriend and his two children. We both have our respective children 4 days of the week (split custody with ex-spouses).... even though his kids live here more than with their mother - they do not think of it as "home" which is starting to unnerve me in many ways....
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 13, 2010 -
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My ex just married someone I am worried about. He got out of jail this week, and has a history of meth use. There are two young children involved.
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posted by Invoke
on Jan 5, 2010 -
50 answers
Stay vs. Go Showdown 2009
Also starring: 2 kids!!!!!!!
Is it better to stay in a bad marriage so that the kids can be with both parents, or to divorce and hope for the best?
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posted by rahnefan
on Jul 18, 2009 -
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So, I'm getting divorced. I have 2 daughters, who I'm kinda terrified to tell. I'm hoping Ask.Me might be able to provide some tips.
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posted by Richat
on Apr 2, 2009 -
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My new husband has an ex-wife and daughter who live in Colorado. They've been divorced a long time, not exactly on "friendly" terms, but certainly civil, for their daughter's sake. Recently, the kid's grades have been slipping (she's in 8th grade) and Mom decided she needed some tutoring. She signed her up for $10,000 worth of tutoring, without telling my husband in advance, then turned around and demanded half the tuition from him. My husband pays child support, has never been late, even though he's currently unemployed. He told her he couldn't afford $5,000 and even if he could, he doesn't think he should have to pay since she didn't consult him in advance or discuss the matter with him. I was wondering if anyone had any experience with this kind of thing. Does he have to pay her?
posted by redhaired_girl
on Mar 31, 2009 -
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Marriage Madness: Is it better to be single or to waste away in a bad marriage? (long, but uniquely personal details inside)
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posted by brandnew
on Feb 16, 2009 -
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If your parents divorced when you were a kid, how do you now wish they'd handled it?
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posted by jon1270
on Aug 12, 2008 -
25 answers
I'm at University and far removed from home geographically. My parents are planning on getting divorced soon and anyone semi-observant would've seen this coming years and years ago. Both wonderful people, both wholly incompatible. So what can I/they do for my adorably clueless, naive, 8-year old sister who still has no idea?
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posted by anonymous
on Nov 4, 2007 -
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My marriage of ~10yrs is on the ropes. My wife is suing for divorce, and (among other less important things) wants full custody of our beautiful youngsters (ages >4 and <10). There's more inside, but here are my specific questions: 1) I have reason to believe she is having an affair. Does her alleged adultery, if proven, give me any leverage with regards to custody? 2) What other ethical ways are there to ensure I at least get joint physical and legal custodianship?
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posted by anonymous
on Aug 6, 2007 -
29 answers
What does the rulebook say about posting pictures of a minor whose parents are divorced?
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 11, 2007 -
37 answers
How do I best get acquainted, and develop a good relationship, with my boyfriends' kids?
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 14, 2007 -
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I have been in a troubled marriage for so long, I have lost perspective on how bad it may or may not be. Outside opinions welcome.
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posted by anonymous
on May 1, 2006 -
62 answers
SingleParentFilter: I am a single dad with primary custody of my son. His mother has a live in boyfriend who she met and moved out for while we were still married. I am having trouble dealing with my feelings towards this man as I see him becoming a bigger part of my son's life. What are strategies I should know?
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posted by DragonBoy
on Dec 6, 2005 -
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DivorceFilter: I've revealed some past infidelity (going on for at least five years with a number of men) to my husband and, being an engineer, he's googling the situation to try and find people that have gone through the same thing and kept their marriage together. He's looking for statistics/probability of marriage survival. He's only found people that have split up and are now bitching about their exs on boards. We're in couples therapy, I'm in individual therapy, he's getting some treatment but both of us have this "is it best to cut our losses?" feeling. There is a small child, a cute dog and an expensive house in the mix, besides a marriage now in its tenth year. Anyone have any ray of hope? Or, if not, advice on being friends and keeping this from damaging the elementary school-aged child?
posted by anonymous
on Feb 8, 2005 -
55 answers
The wife and I are probably breaking up. We've been together for a few years for the benefit of one kid, and another one is due this month. The problem - her family is on one coast, mine is on another. We are near mine. I'm concerned that she might just pack up and take our kids.
Is there anything I can do to keep her from leaving town? We've just bought a house, and I have no job prospects if I have to follow her to be with my kids. She hasn't worked in years, and we're here primarily to make a good living. If she leaves, I feel she will find a way to use this against me.
posted by anonymous
on Jan 26, 2005 -
21 answers
