Yes, we are trying to save money. It definately is the way to go, but it doesn't stop H from complaining about what we ARE spending on it ("Isn't there a cheaper way? Can't we do this online and take it to court ourselves?".)
I don't think it will cost us more than $3000, total. We have to file (like $200, have to walk the paperwork to court ourselves, lovely) and then one more mediation appt (maybe $300). We avoided a huge retainer, she agreed to only work on our stuff while we were there, and we would only pay her by the hour.
My husband. Yes, I came close to crying in the appt last time. He shot me a cold hard look, like I was a complete idiot (can't even remember what was being discussed), like I was trying to 'take him'. I hate it. He is constantly asking me "What do you want child-support wise? Give me a number". I told him I want the mediator to throw numbers out, and we'll go from there. I told him I want enough to sleep at night knowing bills are paid.
I am so very sorry about your son. So very sorry. I remember breezing through the medical/long term care (for kids) part of the agreement, thinking we are so blessed to have such an easy journey with our kids so far. I can't imagine the pain you have been through. I am very sorry.
