Child Support & Custody Support Group
This community is dedicated to those involved in child support and custody cases. There are a myriad of challenges involved in any case and this is a safe place to talk about what you're going through with others who may be going through the same. Join the group and seek advice, find or provide a listening ear, or just share your feelings in this support group.
i know none of you have a crystal ball but perhaps you can shine some light on my situation . i have been the primary caregiver of the boys since the VERY day they were born. i was a stay at home mom til my youngest was about 5-1/2 years old He is almost 9. i have major depression but havent had a breakdown in about 4-5 years. he is trying to use "mental Illness" issues against me . he imediately mentioned it to the family realations guy at court. my attorney says as long as im "functioning" , i will get custody. if not , i wont. she is known as a shark, baracoota. im trying to trust her i just have to conquer my fears. we're going to mediation in one week from tomorrow to hammer out custody issues.
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theatre and I are there already. I'm having a very berry tea with crackers, cheese and cherry tomatoes and she's having a joint with some beer and we're both on really comfy recliners on thick pile carpet. we need some help with the decor if anyone is around??
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I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...
Most folks here can only tell you that you should do and say what your attorney says. It's in her hands now.
Don't *rely* on mediation. It's great if you and your ex will compromise, but it doesn't sound like that's the case.
From my own experience, my ex and I spent hours in mediation and got few things agreed to (nothing big, like custody). A couple weeks later the papers were drawn up and ready to sign and he refused... He said *I* was trying to manipulate *him*... Somehow. Oh well.
Point is, sometimes it's hard to relax when your children are involved, but if you know you have a good lawyer, rely her to guide you through this.