Focus on Me and the Boys 10

[J5K]

Yesterday I sent xW an email regarding S6's behavior in school. He has detention tomorrow. I also told her I had parent teacher conferences and that I would send her the status on the boys and how they are doing. Here is her response back.

Jim,

S6 wanted very much to live with me. He's very upset by the decision to remain in your custody through the school year. I expect this behavior to continue and further regress. He's acting out because it's the only way he feels in control and it's his way of showing his displeasure and his way of seeking attention and help.

I know in your heart you believed you were doing what you thought was right but I'm sorry, I don't think this custody arrangement is in the best interest of the children at all.

Short of changing your mind on the matter I don't think there's much to be done.

I did not respond. I know she is a psych major and she feels that the boys would be better off with her while they are young. She and I fundamentally have clear differences on the right way to raise a family.