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I Guess That’s Why They Call It The Blues

Posted on December 29, 2021 by janieleeds

I had a blue Christmas. I hope yours was better. I understand that kids have a tough time navigating holidays with divorced parents. What amazes me is that their narcissist father still pulls the strings even though they resent him … Continue reading →

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An Exception To The Rule

Posted on August 22, 2021 by janieleeds

Middle of the night calls are always jarring as, who calls after midnight? Unless you’re a known night owl in my life, nobody does. And when the phone does ring in the middle of the night, usually it’s not for … Continue reading →

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Duck Duck Goose!

Posted on July 14, 2021 by janieleeds

Do you remember playing this game – Duck Duck Goose! – as you tapped someone on the head and they jumped up to run around the seated circle of kids while you ran to get to your spot before they … Continue reading →

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I’m Back Again!

Posted on April 19, 2021 by janieleeds

Did you miss me? I know I’ve missed all of you! I’m sorry I’ve not been writing more lately, but it’s been really busy here. Divorced parenting never stops even when the kids are in their early 20’s because they … Continue reading →

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Break Up Wisdom

Posted on April 1, 2021 by janieleeds

I’m grateful to report that the older kid and his girlfriend have broken up for good. I know that’s not a nice thing to write, but it’s been an on again off again drama filled past few years with their … Continue reading →

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A Quiet Saturday Night

Posted on February 28, 2021 by janieleeds

Well, it all went pretty well although I did keep myself from asking too much because – why trouble trouble – when if the kids need to talk, I know they will. So I decided to take advantage of my … Continue reading →

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R-E-S-P-E-C-T

Posted on October 3, 2020 by janieleeds

My one son reminds me of his dad (the ex) lately. It is as if the wound that I thought I had healed is splitting wide open with the stabbing accuracy of his tone of voice and the utter feeling … Continue reading →

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What’s A Mom To Say?

Posted on September 26, 2020 by janieleeds

Lately a lot of stuff has been coming up with my kids about their dad. We’ve had some heart to heart talks that made me sad for them. Their dad left around 6 years ago and while he’s occasionally in … Continue reading →

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It Just Ain’t Easy

Posted on September 6, 2020 by janieleeds

This past week, it’s been really hard being a Mom, let alone a divorced one. My kid has been in the hospital since Friday night and is not going home any time soon. At least not today, nor tomorrow. I … Continue reading →

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