I'll be thinking about you tomorrow. The first one is scary but nothing really happens. The lawyers will tell the judge who is present and that you are working on things. That's what happened in mine. In and out in 5 minutes. Remember to leave your phone (if it has a camera in it)) in your car or you will be walking all the way back to put it there. Like I had to!

There are so many floors and court rooms be sure you know where you are going. I've seen more people come in assuming there was only one and didn't bring the room number with them.

Hugs to you. Let us know how it went.

Thinking about you and praying for you. And you are absolutely right. It's the dream that we miss after they've hurt us and walked away, not them. Wish I could go with you but I will be there in spirit! Big hugs

I am so sure you will do great. It is so hard but are so strong and ready to move on. Remember this is just a stepping stone to your new beautiful future. We will be there in spirit to hold you up my dear sweet friend. Stay strong Girlypants!

Dear Sweet Chrissy, reread what I and all of us wrote wrote about your court date and yesterday under Two Questions. This is a proceedure, that is all it is, and although is a big step, and I for one also did not want this, this is the easier court date. What is scary about is is is the first one. It is by no means the end, yet. This is a journey, and you will be strong!

You are going to be fine. Like I said get there early, that will really help you stay calm. I am fortunate I only live a few miles from the courthouse, but for everyone, your heartbeat is high enough, don't get stuck in traffic! Find the courtroom, or wherever your lawyer told you to meet. This is family court, calm, no prisoners.. that is a joke, smile..My stbx was sitting on a pew bench when I got there and I went up and said Hi, how are you and he turned his head away like a little kid... REALLY. Good start. He would not even speak to me, guess he didn't like me hiring tha "baracuda lawyer" I went and waited at the elevator for my attorney. He breezed in, took my arm and said you look great, ready, piece of cake.., Us legals visit the judge, go in put in on the record, tell the judge what we do have on the table, how we think this is going to go, set a trial date, and we go from there..
He had told me this before. That is about how it went. I looked good, acted like this was fine, like this did not upset me at all. That is my best advice, do not let him see you are upset. My lawyer introduced me to the other lawyer, we shook hands. I never went in the courtroom. While I was waiting outside, the judges assistant came out and asked me if I was a lawyer along with mine, and we talked.. she said you are in very good hands with him! He is the very best. That really helped. AND you are in good hands also, your lawyer does this for a living, that is why you have him/her.. Head high, stay strong!

You are so strong...you are a true inspiration to those of us who are struggling...you go girl..I am so very proud of you!!

Sending extra big hugs to you

Take a friend with you if you can. It helped me. i will be thinking of you tomorrow.

Chrissy, I will be thinking about you! You will be ok...you are right! It may be difficult, but you will move past it! You are, also, corrrect that it is the dream you are sad about not the man at this time! Know that we will all be there with you in spirit and support!
Love and hugs to you!!!

Will be with you in spirit. Just a phone call away if you need to vent or cheer or whatever.

I understand what you are saying about the "reality" of it. Chin up gorgeous!

I'll say a prayer for you, it's an intimidating time but you can do it.

Dear Chrissy614, Sending hugs and encouragement to you this morning. Youvw got a great outlook thru these difficult times--and a powerhouse of support. calm, focus, detach. And remember to breathe. Chrisman2

Sending lots of hugs and strength to you. Let us know how it goes.