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Ask Aunt Anna
This is a Q&A series of blog articles for those couples considering divorce.
Each Divorce is a story unto itself
Submitted by Lynda H. McMaken on Wed, 2012-10-10 14:18
They married as adults. Traveled. Enjoyed music. Went to the mountains all over Europe to ski. and then the world changed. He helped her with her life, she got cancer, he reached an agreement with her and left the country. and then distance, and divorce.
Why Now?
Submitted by Lynda H. McMaken on Thu, 2012-08-16 13:42
My husband of 47 years has moved out of state. He said he would let me stay in the house and support me. But now he is moving money out of state and removing my name from accounts. I do not work full time. I am unsure of my legal rights. I still love him. But I know I need to protect myself. Yet I do not want to shut the door if he is willing to come back. I have so many good memories with him. Oh Lynda, what should I do?
Helen from Everett
Dear Helen:
time to move on with my life ?
Submitted by Lynda H. McMaken on Wed, 2012-06-06 12:13
I feel stupid writing to you, but I am married and do not know where my husband is. He left several years ago and we did not stay in touch. Is my marriage over since I am not "married" now?? I have a teenager and we are fine. Some help with college for my son would be nice, but I do not have alot of money for an attorney. What do you think I should do?
Alone in Belfair
Dear Alone,
Our children are two and four
Submitted by Lynda H. McMaken on Tue, 2012-05-29 11:47
My husband is an asshole. I hate the way he treats me and the kids. Yet it is his way or nothing. My family wants us to stay together but it seems worse each day and can not be good for my wonderful children. He refuses to talk about it. What should I do?
Angry in Moses Lake
Dear AIML,
Your situation is difficult. Please go to a counselor or therapist for yourself now. You need to be thinking clearly as you go forward. Deciding to get a divorce is one of the most crucial decisions you will face in your lifetime.
It is all about the children
Submitted by Lynda H. McMaken on Thu, 2012-05-03 10:21
My wife is mentally ill and untrustworthy. We have three small children and I am fearful for their mental, emotional and physical safety. My wife lies to me about how she cares for them and her parents support her. My youngest is a boy who is now having trouble sleeping and seems afraid. I have asked for a divorce and my wife screams at me that I will NEVER see my kids again. Now I can protect them so I am staying in the house but I only want what is best for the children. Please help me.
Sad in Seattle
Dear Sad,
Upside down
Submitted by Lynda H. McMaken on Wed, 2012-04-04 13:34
My husband and I have no money. We are upside down on our house. I work and so does he, but we barely make enough to pay our bills. We have two children and I need to get them away from their father. He is abusive, and has little time for "good", in my eyes, parenting. Why can't we get a divorce without it costing an arm and a leg?
Pissed, poor and unhappy in Seattle
Dear PPUS:
Please accept my sympathy for your situation.
It is not about the money
Submitted by Lynda H. McMaken on Tue, 2012-03-20 10:18
I have just found out that my wife is preferring to live with her girlfriend. I have guessed this for years now. I love her very much and just want her to be happy. I want a divorce but do not want to hurt her or take advantage. I have heard such horror stories about divorce attornys. Do you have any advice for me?
Sam from Hansville
You will think I am crazy
Submitted by Lynda H. McMaken on Tue, 2012-02-14 17:52
My friends think I have it made. I am older. My husband has a ton of money. I have a new car. A beautiful house. Whatever I ask for, he gives me. But I have no emotional relationship with him. I do not share his bed. I am living with a stranger. He is nice I guess, and pays for whatever I want. I have not had to work in decades. Yet I am thinking of divorce. Please tell me what to do.
Older but not wiser
Dear OBNW,
I want a divorce and it has been 40 years now
Submitted by Lynda H. McMaken on Wed, 2012-02-08 15:45
what procedures do you have to take to get a divorce if you have been separated for 40 years if the spouse is alive and will not sign papers for divorce?
Procrastinator
Dear Procrastinator,
There are ways to complete a divorce with a non willing spouse. Please find a law firm that has experience in this more complex situation and more forward. 40 years is long enough to be in limbo!
Lynda
why does divorce cost so much?
Submitted by Lynda H. McMaken on Mon, 2012-01-23 17:22
Dear Aunt Anna,
I want to get a divorce but attorneys are so expensive. We do not have much and I just want a simple divorce and to be done with him. I think he will be fine with paying off the bills and providing for our children. He makes so much more money than I do. So why can't I just pay 500 dollars or less and be done with it?
Frustrated in Kirkland
Dear Frustrated,