Posts by MissLotus

I'm in full agreement with MichelleZB.  Your husband's behavior is not acceptable, and while improving your nutrition is hugely important, it won't change his apathy.  Has he been this lazy/unsympathetic throughout parenting...

Hey there - I wasn't part of the 2012 Small Space Gardening group, but if there's a 2013, count me in!  I've got to get inspired, and though I've always thrown a plant into the ground here and there, really am not too sure what...

I'm not sure if you've consulted with a lawyer but that's got to happen right away.  As for the current custody agreement - I take it that was just agreed upon, not ordered or anything?  If I were you I'd try to change that...

You're smart to take this time for yourself!  You need it and deserve time to process how you're thinking and feeling, before you devote time and energy to someone else.  Having a chance to know myself (and to know that I am...

He is just bullying you.  Which is horribly wrong of him, of course.  But the things he's saying are based on wanting to scare and control you - they are not based on how things actually work.   Even if you feel you...

Super cute dollhouse!

I just saw this on the main page so although unfortunately I don't know anything about Washington/Oregon/Idaho (although they sound gorgeous!) I thought I'd chime in another option... Portland, Maine.  I'm actually in NY for...

If the kid is leaving actually bringing your daughter's belongings with her, she is being rewarded for her rudeness.  At the very least I would make sure to get your daughter's stuff back before the kid leaves.  You walk up...

You'll make it through!  It's nerve-wracking to deal with all those issues, but really it sounds like your ex has more to worry about than you do.  I mean, he's so far behind with all that money - and the fact that he...

I am an optimistic person, extremely so.  But I am here to tell you that the cycle of abuse will continue, until you leave.  If you posted this on the "Single Parents" and/or "Parents as Partners" forum, I guarantee there are...