Just checking in to see how things are going. If it's any solace (and certainly no surprise), I'm dealing with the same issues with my STBXW and our kids as you are with your STBXW and D9. Suddenly the kids spending more time with me when it's supposed to be her time with them is just fine and dandy when the alternative for her is to go have fun somewhere. Frankly I don't mind it most of the time, but with me presently having 100% temporary custody of S10, it can be a bit much. I have to have SOME down time just to decompress- not to mention try to get things done. It's tough- I know how you feel.
One thing I'd suggest if your not doing it already is to keep track of those dates/times you have D9 when she is supposed to be with your STBXW. Those full and half days here and there can really add up over time, especially as it relates to the amount of child support your paying her.
Sounds like you are continuing to do well GALing and spending quality time with D9. As much as I hate to hear about what your D is doing to you financially (and what I too am going through), in the end our kids are the most important.
Take care of yourself. I'll try to check in when I can.
M: 41 W: 39 S: 11 S: 10 D: 4 1st contact w/OM: 1/19/09 EA began: 2/14/09 EA discovered: 3/1/09 I file for D 8/25/09 to protect myself _______________________________
