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When was the last time you really thought about the definition of a blessing? Recently, someone shared a beautiful definition with me that I had never heard, and it made me think more about the word and its meaning. This woman, I’ll call her Annie, shared that when...

A few weeks ago I wrote a blog post, “Do I really need a lawyer for my divorce?” As you might suspect, the answer depends on the specifics of your situation. If you are deciding whether to add a lawyer to your team, how do you know who is the right fit for you? What...

When I was going through divorce (and honestly, for a couple years after as well!) I admit I tried the “head in the snow” approach to the holidays: I hoped I could stay buried long enough that it would be January when I came out. Big surprise – it didn’t work. 🤣 In...

According to the Pew Research Center, the rate of divorce for people 50 and older, often referred to as “grey divorce,” has nearly doubled since the 1990s. This trend is often attributed to shifting societal norms, longer life expectancies, and changing personal...

It’s understandable that divorce is often seen through a negative lens. It almost always involves some level of emotional pain, legal challenges, and financial and social adjustment. However, the conversation around divorce is slowly shifting, with more people...

Many people ask me, “Do I really need to hire a lawyer for my divorce?” As you might suspect, the answer isn't always straightforward, so I’ve put together the following list of considerations to help you decide what’s best in your situation. As a general rule, I...

I am frequently asked by clients when compromise is warranted, especially if the process is contentious. This is a critically important question, as there is often a fine line between staying strong and setting appropriate boundaries and knowing when and how to be...

When my kids were younger, I was always conflicted as the school year started. I was ready for the return to routine but also reluctant to embrace everything that comes with the start of a new year: social stresses, homework, and a whole new batch of schedules to...

If you’re anywhere in the divorce process – even in an amicable divorce –  you’ve probably experienced periods where you’ve felt stressed and overwhelmed. What should you do first? Is this the right decision? Whose advice should you trust? It’s a brutal irony that we...

Divorce in Colorado is often expensive and painful experience for parties that gets worse when people can’t reach a settlement and end up in court. The Court systems are increasingly overburdened, understaffed and inexperienced when handling arguably the most...

Believe it or not, we got a guinea pig first. Pretzel was adorable but wasn’t the real companion I wanted for me and the kids. Then Ozzie made his way into our lives and changed everything. We couldn’t have a dog when I was married because my ex was too allergic to...

More than 25 years ago, my former mother-in-law died at 52 of breast cancer. She was an amazing woman: smart, accomplished, kind, generous, and a dedicated daughter, sister and mother. Her quick decline after a breast cancer diagnosis shocked all of us, including her....

Maybe it’s a back and forth about an upcoming event with the kids, or finances, or one of you requested a schedule change. Sometimes, the topic doesn’t matter at all – if you’re in a negative cycle, any communication can devolve into blaming and disparaging, causing...

A few months ago, I worked with a divorcing couple to help them set an amicable and intentional foundation from which to coparent and communicate with friends, family and each other as they transitioned their relationship. A few months after they completed their...

In any divorce involving children, talking to them about the situation is one of the hardest things you’ll do. Some thoughtful planning will help reduce their anxiety and yours and will help you stay focused on the kids during this tough conversation. Start by...