Emotional Blackmail

Even though the children weren't aware that we were in the process of a divorce, they were beginning to react to the dynamic in the house.  John continued to say things to them when I wasn't around that confused them, upset them and alluded to the fact that there was something "bad" looming in the …

Court Appointed Parenting Class

As part of the divorce process in Connecticut you are required to attend a court appointed parenting class if there are children involved.  It is a day long event in which a room is filled with emotional people ... some who are heart broken.... some who are furious... all who do not want to be …

Finding a Lawyer

I'd love to say that the moment I made the decision to call a lawyer that my life immediately became a calmer, safer, happier one.  The truth is I was about to embark on the most painful, dangerous, difficult journey that I would ever take.  But sitting here, on the other side, I can now …