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How we co-parent on Halloween
After separating from my ex-husband, I thought a lot about how we celebrated the larger holidays like Christmas and Thanksgiving. We discussed this and agreed that we would split up on Thanksgiving, with him taking care of the kids on Christmas Eve and me on Christmas Day. Somehow we forgot about Halloween. That first year,...
My kids can always blame me
When I was young, I could rely on my mom a lot. Always promised to make cookies, take me to the library anytime, and pull out craft supplies every Saturday afternoon. But most importantly, I can trust my mom, which is one thing I hope to be able to teach my daughters. Now, my two...
There’s nothing like a Renaissance circus
If you’re anything like me, you’re constantly looking for a great day for your family where there’s something for everyone. I bet you already know all the must-dos: swimming and amusement parks in the summer, hiking and apple picking in the fall. My advice? Don’t forget about the local Renaissance pageant. It’s a great time...
Children grow up too fast? Get a dog.
A few months after my ex-husband moved out, we lost our 12-year-old golden retriever. When I’m down, it feels like life is kicking me; the entire year has been devastating. At the time, my children were 13, 11 and 10 years old. Of course, I wanted a dog, but I knew I didn’t have the...
Joshua Jackson buys back his daughter’s childhood home
Everyone’s favorite ’90s/early ’00s (and current) heartthrob Joshua Jackson revealed some touching news during an Instagram Live interview with his ex dawson creek Co-stars Sasha Alexander. The 46-year-old actor opened up about his relationship with 4-year-old daughter Juno Rose Diana, whom he also has with ex-wife actress Jodie Turner-Smith. Jackson said he recently bought his...
How to reduce divorce costs in Australia
If you are going through a divorce or filing for an annulment, you may not only face legal challenges, but also financial ones. Often the help of a law firm is required. Costs will add up, and paying the full fee can feel overwhelming. Yes, it can be emotionally and financially draining. Knowing what the...