courts - thanks so much for that..wow I can't believe you have the same anniv date so does KelRocked.
I have done many of things you are suggesting here. My kids are devastated by their dad's behavior. They have all expressed hate and anger towards him - even saying they want to change their name to mine. I just hate that I have to deal with their sadness on top of mine - just too much sometimes.
I try not to say negative things about their dad and I often apologize for him and tell them he loves them but he is being very selfish right now. It doesn't fly - they are too old for BS.
I tell the kids we are still a family - and pray everyday for Mr. Luv at the dinner table. When this all went down their main concerns were that we weren't a family anymore but it's gotten much better. We are peaceful and my former husband is not here to hurt anyone anymore.
hugs to you!
Luv
M44 H41 M20 T23 3 older teens Bomb Nov 09 "i'm not happy" EA Nov 09 w/coworker Another PA in Mar 10 I Filed Apr 10 D final Dec 10