this is my story
There are always 2 sides to a story and each side holds some portion of the blame. Nobody is perfect, but this isn't about how a 20 year marriage fell apart.
I will give my perspective, experiences, and mistakes I made during the process and raising a child after the divorce. My goal is to help other people who find themselves in the same situation.
what to expect in the beginning
My ex wife's decision of our separation was like getting t-boned on your blind side. I knew things weren't perfect, but I didn't see this coming.
She made it clear that I was to immediately leave our residence. I knew I wasn't supposed to leave, but I trusted her... I mean, she was a divorce attorney. The next 3 weeks were surreal to say the least.
The divorce diet is a real thing. It is much like an unwanted stomach virus. Now I am only 2 more stomach viruses away from my goal weight.
my early mistakes
My first mistake was counting on her to make this process smooth and amicable considering her extensive experience with messy divorces. When something becomes peronal, all logic goes right out the window.
My second mistake was to allow her to manipulate me into signing away my rights to the businesses and alimony. She was worried that it would hurt our child if I didn't agree.
That ended up being a recurring manipulation.
when a joke becomes reality
After 10 years of sacrifice, while we focused on the building of a solo family law firm, I designed a light hearted shirt based on the worn out joke I heard so often. I never imagined it would actually come true.
I left the marriage with something way more valuable than material possessions. Life lessons and an amazing daughter.
I am designing some uplifting divorce gear and gifts to help people keep a positive outlook. Might also help me pay some of these unforseen bills.