It has been a few months since I last posted. I miss you all, but I have not had a chance yet to roam through the forums to see whom I still know. Feel free to let me know you are still around. I would love to reconnect.
I have decided to move over to this thread as I am no longer a newcomer and DEFINITELY need some D survival skills.
Life is much better now, but very busy. My In-house Separation h-e-double-hockey-sticks is over. Thank goodness. As one friend had told me, it is soul crushing. I could not agree more.
The trial is over. It was a terrible physical and emotional ordeal. We are still waiting for a verdict on certain financial matters, but either way, I have been completely financially drained. Legal fees are through the roof and it will be some time before I can even begin to dig out of this mess.
The kids are adjusting as best as possible and I love having them around. Combined with a full time job, it is very difficult, though.
Now comes the real challenge. Co-parenting. My first question for my fellow DBers: Our Shared Parenting Plan, the new bible of our relationship, stipulates 15 days vacation with kids. I have selected two distinct weeks in the summer. I have checked the dates against many things and have found no fault with them. Still, I am fearful that my STBXW will reject those dates. How do I notify my STBXW of the dates I am planning? Her is what I proposed:
STBXW,
These are the dates I am taking vacation with the kids: Monday x/xx/17 – Sunday x/xx/17 Monday y/yy/17 – Sunday y/yy/17
RAI
Short, and to the point.
The sooner I get this to her, the less likely she will have made her own conflicting plans. Any input would be appreciated.
