Picture this: you’re a loving mom, co-parenting with your ex-husband, Tom, who cheated on you with his now-fiancée, Tammy. You’ve made it clear that outside of the kids, you don’t care about their lives, and you don’t owe Tammy anything. But what happens when Tom starts pushing for family therapy, and Tammy shows up at your door, crying and begging for forgiveness? Get ready for a rollercoaster of emotions, as our fearless mom navigates the twists and turns of this wild situation.
Texting Tom: The Request
A Healthier Environment
Avoiding the Call
Family Therapy?
Shutting It Down
Hours of Nowhere
Calling the Ex-In-Laws
Civil Co-Parenting Only
MIL’s Apology
Tammy’s Unexpected Visit
Behind Closed Doors
Tammy’s Apology
Calling the Police
No Arrests Made
Girls Safe at Home
⚖️ Lawyer and Restraining Order
️ Telling Tammy to Leave
Why Me?
♀️ Not Jealous or Bitter
Moved On
Ex-Husband’s Fiancée Shows Up Uninvited
Our brave mom is just trying to live her life and co-parent with her ex-husband, Tom, but things take a turn for the dramatic when Tom pushes for family therapy with her, Tammy, and the kids. ♀️ She stands her ground, refusing to engage in anything beyond what’s necessary for the kids. Then, Tammy shows up at her house, crying and pleading for forgiveness. Our mom keeps her cool, calls the police, and informs Tom that she’ll be seeking full custody and a restraining order. Through it all, she maintains that she’s not jealous or bitter, just ready to move on with her life. Let’s see what the internet thinks of this wild situation…
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Supportive comment: Don’t listen to the haters! Get that restraining order
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Putting kids first : Supportive comment acknowledges the ex’s misplaced priorities.
OP receives support for her stance on ex-husband’s fiancée’s behavior
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Standing firm with boundaries against ex-husband’s fiancée
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