Yes, Mdoodles, we do have to see what they have become, very sad, but true.
As far as the custody issue goes, I would not say anything to him. It might backfire on you and he may try to get it so that he has equal joint custody and does not have to pay child support. It know it's so hard not to tell them their faults sometimes, but we all know it goes in one ear and out the other, and they end up angrier, but not wiser. I have found it's better not to even waste my breath. Yes, I may get satisifaction from it. But does it open his eyes? No. Just talk to a lawyer and know your rights. Yes, you can drag your feet, but still make sure that you and your son are protected. I haven't always taken my own advice, but my eyes are now slowly opening. Believe me, some of your posts are so similar to ones I wrote, I totally understand, but please be careful.
Hugs, Yoyo
Life's challenges are not supposed to paralyze you, they're supposed to help you discover who you are. -- Bernice Johnson Reagon