by Jennifer Poole | Divorce
Getting Real with Jennifer Poole Recently there have been many people in my life who are deciding to divorce. Even if I agree that it is the best thing due to issues in the marriage, it is still heartbreaking. The parents of one of my daughter’s friends are divorcing....
by Shadra Bruce | Divorce
MomsGetReal™ Poet Extraordinaire Tammy Bartholomew You’re In My Heart I said I miss you todayEven though we are miles apartYou said you were with meBecause I had you in my heartYou are growing up so fastA strong handsome young manIt boggles my mindThings you can...
by Shadra Bruce | Family, Love, Parenting
Getting Real with Shadra Bruce We’re headed up to the hills today to celebrate Father’s Day. We will grill out, roast marshmallows, and play mini golf at a little resort about an hour from our home. For Dave, there is nothing better for Father’s Day than...
by Shadra Bruce | Keeping Marriage Strong
by Shadra Bruce I am renewed. Happy. Joyous, even. I think my blood pressure is even lower. Why? Because my husband and I just escaped our normal routine and responsibility to spend six days away from home. Six glorious days away from work, phone calls, client...
by Shadra Bruce | Divorce, Let's Talk
Getting Real With Tammy Bartholomew Tug o’ War Princess Tug o’ War A child’s game In divorce Someone places blame Manipulation is How it starts Some believing Others end with broken hearts Please don’t tug me My daughter said in her quiet voice Please...
by Shadra Bruce | Divorce, Let's Talk
Getting Real With Tammy Bartholomew Divorce can be ugly, and the bottom line is, divorce is about money and control: Who is paying the money and who has the control of the kids. My parents have been both married and divorced 4 times. My mom is still with “old...
