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Pope Francis says Catholics who divorce and remarry should not be treated like they’re excommunicated | TheBlaze.com

Pope Francis says Catholics who divorce and remarry should not be treated like they’re excommunicated | TheBlaze.com

The linked article is an interesting take on divorce for Roman Catholics (Catholics) and, while I know there are many who will disagree, I’m of the opinion that we need to find ways to encourage people on their path of faith, not ostracize them. Divorce is something I struggle with every day as a divorce attorney. It seems there are never any winners in a divorce. I’m conflicted even further by…

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13 things you should do right now to protect yourself.

13 things you should do right now to protect yourself.

Let me start off by writing that the list of things you can do to protect yourself in the face of divorce is nearly endless. What I am attempting to do is to boil that list down to 13 simple things you can do right now. The rest of the list is something you should discuss with a qualified divorce attorney. So, with that in mind, let’s get started. You’re contemplating divorce. It’s something that…

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No strings attached: Kermit gets the chop as Miss Piggy initiates shock split | Culture | The Guardian

No strings attached: Kermit gets the chop as Miss Piggy initiates shock split | Culture | The Guardian

The Muppets are in keeping with the times. Miss Piggy and Kermit are divorced! My mind is blown and my heart is heavy. Hang in there you two. Miss Piggy and her ex, Kermit the Frog. After ‘thoughtful consideration and considerable squabbling’, duo announce they are no more – ahead of ABC’s reboot of the Muppets in September Source: No strings attached: Kermit gets the chop as Miss Piggy initiates…

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13 reasons a divorce is anything but a failure.

13 reasons a divorce is anything but a failure.

Brittany Wong provides a great perspective on why divorce doesn’t necessarily mean you failed with “13 reasons a divorce is anything but a failure.” Why make things more complicated than they need be? Discover the positive in the worst of circumstances. Learn and grow. I learned, I grew. Most of us marry with the best of intentions: kids, a scrappy dog from the pound, a happy, healthy home — and…

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Will Smith slams divorce rumors | Page Six

Will Smith slams divorce rumors | Page Six

“If I ever decide to divorce my Queen – I SWEAR I’ll tell you myself!” A proclamation I hope never to hear. It’s nice of Will Smith to clear the air, but it’s sad that he feels compelled to in the first place. The pressure has to be immense. I have to admit, I’ve heard the rumors too and, quite frankly, (in the words of Bobby Brown), “I really don’t care. I really don’t give a … .” Is…

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Childhood setback caused by divorce.

Childhood setback caused by divorce.

Can you co-parent after divorce? Your children’s future may depend on it! Children often fall behind their peers in math and suffer from delayed social skills after their parents are divorced. According to last month’s (June 2015) issue of the American Sociological Review, “kids who come from divorce are more likely to struggle with anxiety, loneliness, low self-esteem, and sadness.”…

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Divorce shouldn't be about hurting the other person.

Divorce shouldn’t be about hurting the other person.

Most people believe that divorce is harder than staying in an unhappy marriage. But this isn’t always the case. Even after trying to save a marriage by going to counseling and reflecting, some people just fall out of love. Just because this happened though, it doesn’t mean it has to end with an ugly divorce costing hundreds, more often thousands, of dollars. Try a “no-fault” approach. Try making…

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Love is love.

With all of the “Love Is Love” chatter out there in the news and on social media, I am reminded of a quote by Lao Tzu: Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength, while loving someone deeply gives you courage. Strength and courage are hallmarks of the American way of life. It’s fitting then, that those seeking equality in marriage focus so intently on love. The strength and courage…

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Try kindness.

I recently wrote about perfection and what it means to pay attention to the small things in life. These small things are generally easy and inexpensive, but are almost always the most impactful. Kindness creates wonderful memories and builds relationships. It breaks down barriers and opens hearts. Sometimes all it takes is a simple, you look really nice today. Kind words can be short and easy to…

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Wrap up your divorce for less with 321DivorceMe!

Wrap up your divorce for less with 321DivorceMe!

This sounds like a bit of self-promotion, right? Well, it is in a sense. Recently, we have begun working a number of cases that started off with other divorce attorneys from all over the Commonwealth of Virginia. While many of them are straightforward, some appear to have started off contested. Others started off just as uncontested as they are today. In nearly all of those cases, our clients…

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You Can Now Serve Divorce Papers on Facebook

Manhattan judge rules nurse is allowed to serve husband with a summons via FB

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Principle vs. Principle

Bill Veeck (a.k.a. Short Shirt Bill) was a franchise owner and promoter in Major League Baseball. He was the last franchise owner to purchase a baseball franchise without an independent fortune, and is responsible for many innovations and contributions to baseball.

You may be wondering, why would I even think of mentioning Short Shirt Bill in a post about no fault divorce? What in the world could…

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How About Instead of Deciding If a "Good Divorce" Is Better Than a "Bad Marriage" We Try Harder to Stay Together?

Lately there has been a lot of debate about whether a "good divorce" is better than a "bad marriage," for the sake of the kids. I think we're forgetting about the third option: if you are in a bad marriage, and you have kids, how ...

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What do you mean my divorce is contested?

What do you mean my divorce is contested?

You may be surprised by the number of people who call the office thinking their divorce is uncontested. They’ll claim: We both want it! What do you mean it’s contested? How can it possibly cost that much! The simple answer is, it doesn’t have to!

While you and your spouse may want a divorce, you may not agree on all the terms. If there is no separation agreement, a Virginia divorce court will…

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Anything worth doing is worth doing well. If you've passed the point of no return, keep it simple. Save your money. Divorce for less.

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What if divorce weren't even an option?