I Choose Peace Over Winning
Co-parenting after divorce can feel like walking a tightrope. There’s a constant balancing act between what you think is best for your kids and what your ex believes. Naturally, disagreements are going to happen. You won’t always see eye to eye, and that’s okay. But one of the most important lessons I’ve learned through this […]
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First Date Fail: A Tinder Tale
Stepping into the realm of post-divorce dating after fifteen years of monogamy felt like setting sail on uncharted waters. I had spent the past year navigating the tumultuous seas of self-discovery and ensuring my children were securely anchored in their new reality. When I finally decided to dip my toes back into the dating pool, […]
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Is That Orion’s Belt? A First Date Story
In the vast, seemingly endless ocean of profiles, I found myself swiping with a sense of resignation. Another night, another digital parade of faces, each one blending into the next in a monotonous blur. The thrill of possibility had long since worn thin, replaced by a quiet cynicism
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The First Thanksgiving After Divorce: Embracing Change and Finding Growth
The holiday season has a way of amplifying emotions, and when you're facing the first festive occasion after a divorce, the mix of feelings can be especially intense. This year, as Thanksgiving rolled around, I found myself in uncharted territory.
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Swipe Left on Love: Chronicles from the Dating Dumpster Fire
Embarking on the adventure of online dating can be a journey filled with highs, lows, and the occasional plot twist that leaves you questioning the sanity of humanity. Join me as I share a few jaw-dropping dating app horror stories that have etched themselves into the annals of my romantic escapades. Now, let’s delve into […]
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A Haunted Date Better Known As, Ghosted
Ah, the intricate dance of modern dating—a delicate waltz where one moment you’re reveling in the exhilaration of a wonderful date, and the next, you’re left bewildered, staring at a blank screen, wondering if your date has vanished into thin air.
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I Met the New Boyfriend: From Complex Emotions to Supportive Co-Parenting
Life’s twists and turns often lead us to unexpected places, and my co-parenting journey took another surprising turn when my ex-wife decided to marry her boyfriend after a relatively brief courtship. Navigating this development required a significant shift in perspective, as I transitioned from grappling with complex emotions to becoming a supportive ex-husband committed to […]
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Embracing the Unknown: My First Night in the New Chapter of Life
This was my first night in a place that would soon become a testament to my newfound independence. The weight of the divorce still lingered heavily in the air, but I was resolute in my determination to make this a positive chapter in our lives.
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Making the Decision for Divorce
New here? Start with our complete guide: How to Get Through a Divorce as a Man. Sitting in the car in my driveway, I just made up my mind after two years of being unhappy, I want a divorce. It was 7 PM on a Sunday, and the crisp autumn air signaled that the Florida […]
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