by Shadra Bruce | Divorce
The Steps of Letting Go Emotions run highDuring the divorce grieving processYou feel every one of themTrying to figure out this messManipulated, madAre a few to startFrustrated, betrayedBecause someone broke your heartDenial is the first phaseI hear you go throughNot...
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...