Lessons of an Old Dog: Parenting, Divorce, and Codependency

For the last years of his life, my buddy will do whatever he does as an old dog. I will watch him zigzagging around the back yard and try to remain happy for him rather than sad for him. I will love on him as much as I can. And I'll be aware of how my emotional attachments and complaints are mine alone. He's a dog.

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Loving You Every Day of Your Life: A Father’s Journey Thru Divorce

If you don't do the work, you may remain stuck in the past. You may wrestle with the depression and demons of your parent's transgressions and lack of support.

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Do You Realize? Single Parenting Challenges and Little Victories

I believe if you parented together you should continue that loving and inclusive process even if you're no longer married to one another.

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This Should’ve Been Us: Regrets and Love Lost on the Quest

I have a reverence of my moods these days. I am no longer beholden to them. I can love these former lovers and still do nothing to reach out to them. I am pointed in a healthier and happier dream now.

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Searching for The Last Date: Seeking the ONE

Well, if I’m imagining this next relationship is the LAST ONE, well, that too has its own kind of pressure, that perhaps is just as debilitating as the rushing of the process.

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