Many couples think that they don’t have to work hard at their marriage. They just assume that life will move along like clockwork. But that is simply not true. Marriage takes a lot of work. Even when the relationship feels like it is going great, it is easy for it to go off course. Marriages require regular maintenance. Everything good …
These days, you will likely find Halloween costumes in your local stores. Maybe there will even be Thanksgiving decor. What does this mean? The holidays are upon us. If you have gone through a divorce and have minor children, it is time to start making travel plans for the holiday season. Depending on your child’s school schedule, you are looking …
When a civilian gets divorced, the process is not easy. When a servicemember gets divorced, it gets even more complicated. There are a host of rules that must be followed. Because there are state and federal laws that apply, a military divorce is even more complicated than a civilian one. The military offers many government benefits that are subject to …
Many couples are unhappily married, but they choose to stay in the relationship for various reasons. Some stay together for the kids. Others are scared to divorce. Then there are those who avoid divorce because it is just too expensive. Divorce is not cheap. Lawyer fees and court costs add up. The longer the process takes, the more money you …
So many people are unhappy in their marriages. They cannot communicate well with their spouses. There may be physical or emotional abuse. The couple could be having money problems. Maybe there is a major problem involved, such as substance abuse or infidelity. It seems like everyone you talk to is complaining about their marriage. They may even mention divorce. But …
Relationships can be scary. It can be hard to get comfortable with a new partner when you constantly worry about things that might happen. For example, if your boyfriend is still friendly with his ex-girlfriend, you may be concerned that he might cheat on you. But even when you are married, there is always the possibility of infidelity. For most …
When you decide to marry someone, there are a lot of things you need to consider. Your partner needs to be the right person for you. Are they loyal? Are they hardworking? Do they treat you with kindness and respect? Do you two have common goals and interests? Compatibility can mean a lot of things, but one thing you should …
Marriage is tough. It is hard for people to get what they need out of a relationship and it becomes even harder when the couple is married. That is because to end a marriage, you need to get a divorce. And getting a divorce is not easy. Neither is recognizing the fact that your marriage is in disarray and something …
Deciding to end a marriage is not something that should be taken lightly. Deciding to divorce is one of the hardest things a person can do. Divorces are difficult for all involved and the effects often last for many years. So, if you are not happy with your marriage and have not been for a long time, you may wonder: …
The divorce rate is currently hovering around 50%. That may seem like a lot, but if everyone who wanted a divorce actually got one, that number would likely be much higher. You may not understand this. Divorce is legal in all 50 states, so why doesn’t someone just go get one? Well, it is not that simple. Divorce is not …
