Hey Scout,

Sorry you went through all this again. In all the circumstances, and despite not keeping strictly DB as you pointed out, I think you showed remarkable restraint. Seeing red is totally understandable - you just gotta remember the mantra before reacting though - "calm, calm, calm". It saw me through some tight spots and name calling too ('Money hungry c#nt' and "F#$ckin hate you" were the worst, but back then, I had no idea about boundary setting).

The name calling is not on, as you know. Speak to your L about inserting a non-denigration clause in your Orders. Check the boundaries sticky too, so you can give him one with name calling if it happens again. R2C has the best ones, IMHO.

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As an aside, I mentioned that I was under no obligation to accommodate changes to the current schedule so his gratitude would be appreciated. The next morning I felt that this came on a little strong, so I clarified and apologised for any confusion.



Maybe avoid apologising if he didn't raise an issue with it - you want to avoid bidding against yourself.

Whilst Lovingits suggestion is tempting, with greatest respect to LI, avoid it. If he does get fired, think how that may impact child support and the future needs factors in your prop settlement.

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I'm doing absolutely nothing except GAL and continuing my journey of self-improvement.


Nice. My GAL is going to be the beach soon. Isn't it getting hot over here in Oz isnt it!


Me: early 40's
XW: nearly 50
T: 15
M: 5
BD: Jan 19
S:10 SS: 22 SD: 24