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Divorce is difficult, and it is often most difficult on the youngest members of the family. It can be challenging to navigate the changes to virtually every area of life, including how much time the child will be able to spend with his or her parents. During this time...
When a parent decides to divorce rather than stay in an unhappy marriage, the decision will likely have a significant impact his or her children’s lives. However, such a parent also might reasonably expect that, with love and support, the children will be OK and able...
Many Texas spouses cannot wait to update their vital records to start using their maiden names again after their marriages are over. Melinda Gates has once again made headlines, however, because she chose to keep her married name after divorce. She and ex, Bill Gates,...
When a Texas married couple with children decides to move on in life without each other, it undoubtedly has a significant impact on the children’s lives. Divorce is disruptive to families, but it certainly does not have to ruin them. Helping kids come to terms with...
Making the choice to end your relationship with your partner can be an emotionally challenging process. Once you’ve decided to take this step, you may want to live separately, but divorce may not be the right choice either. Separating can give both parties the space...
As most Texas parents would agree, children are typically resilient and adaptable by nature. However, when unexpected situations arise or life changes occur, children, just like adults, may show signs of adjustment disorder. It is helpful for a parent to understand...
Every marriage is unique, although Texas spouses and others can often relate to the experiences that friends, family members or acquaintances have gone through as similar to their own. Deciding to divorce is an intensely personal issue. Nevertheless, building a strong...
When a Texas married couple decides to end their relationship, it can spark emotional and financial challenges. Even if both spouses agree to divorce, it does not necessarily mean doing so will be easy or without sorrow. In order to adapt to move forward in a...
Many Texas families are gearing up for a new school year. Some children will be learning from home while others will be attending public or private schools. For parents who recently filed for divorce, a new school year poses numerous challenges regarding child custody...
You look out the window to see your husband pulling into the driveway in a red 1965 Corvette convertible. If he had done this years ago, you might have had a different reaction, but right now, you are screaming mad. “I thought I would celebrate my new life as a free...