Irish - Honesty in all interactions with my D's has never failed. I do not dwell or badmouth their Dad but I am honest when the have questions and I am honest about my feelings in an age appropriate way as their parent. I have packaged all this honesty by always reminding them that love and redemption come in many forms and when you least expect it. I ask them to try not to bolt the door shut on the possibility of a relationship with their Father but ultimately they get to choose. I let them know that my love does not depend on anything and my support is unconditional. We are a family and I have their back.
From your posts it sounds like we kind of have the same philosophy. Be authentic and keep showing your girls how to live without letting your XW define your family.
M:25 years at BD w/ 2 daughters BD: 5/14 Separated 6/14 - H moved cross country w/OW D Final 9/17
“I can be changed by what happens to me. But I refuse to be reduced by it.” ― Maya Angelou
