Divorced Dad Here - Everything Flipped in 6 Months

EricNew Dad

2w ago1 min read

Marriage fell apart. Got custody of the kids 50/50. Had to move into a smaller place, sell the house, figure out logistics I never had to think about before. I was the guy who went to work and came home to dinner ready. Suddenly I'm meal prepping, scheduling dentist appointments, helping with homework solo. Lost my marriage, lost my home setup, lost feeling like I had any control. But I got my kids more, we actually talk now, and I realized I'm stronger than I thought. Don't get me wrong some days are brutal. But being the parent who shows up is worth more than the old life where I was just the paycheck guy.

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CCarl L.Regular2w ago

Man, that's a lot of change all at once. Six months in myself and I'm still getting my bearings with just one kid, can't imagine juggling everything you're dealing with. But the fact that you fought for 50/50 custody says everything about what matters to you.

SSawyer N.Regular2w ago

Smaller place, logistics nightmares, custody schedules - sounds brutal. But you're still showing up for your kids and that's what they'll remember. Hang in there dude.

DDwayne S.Regular2w ago

Been there with major life upheaval and it's tough, but you're getting through it. The logistics part gets easier once you establish a rhythm. You've got this.