Abuse, in all of its tragic forms, can be difficult to discuss. After all, it is often a challenging subject to bring to attention, and many would rather not converse on issues and thus tear open the wounds. In a family setting, abuse can become all the harder to...
When grandparents step up to the plate
In times of family needs, it is common for grandparents to take the wheel. This is often the case for many Tennessee parents who find they cannot provide the best care for a child. One factor of grandparent adoption that has come into nationwide focus is that of the...
Overcoming addiction to win back child custody
You love your child and want to provide a good, stable home for them. As much as you want to help your child grow and succeed, addiction is a monster you just can't seem to escape. A judge decided you were "unfit" and denied guardianship or custody rights to protect...
Divorce and dealing with it
Tennessee parents, like parents everywhere, experience plenty of guilt during a divorce; it comes hand-in-hand with second-guessing yourself. "Am I making the right decision?" "Will I regret this?" "How is this going to affect my kids?" The guilt can be crippling. The...
Why is gray divorce so bad?
Regardless of your age, if you are one of the married people in Tennessee, you know that marriage is rarely easy. Many people find ways to make their marriages work and even be fulfilling and positive parts of their lives. Others, however, end up making the choice to...
Divorcing your Valentine? Take these three steps
Valentine's Day is not always about romance. If you are dealing with a declining marriage and even the thought of this lovey-dovey holiday makes you cringe, it is not just you. In fact, CNN Money reports that there is a substantial spike in divorce filings the day...