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Last Activity: 09-25-2009 03:09 PM

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  1. Proserpina
    09-24-2009 06:20 PM - permalink
    Proserpina
    Oh heck - I forgot why I was outraged and wanting to PM you....it'll come back to me
  2. Proserpina
    08-19-2009 07:31 PM - permalink
    Proserpina
    OK now I'm actually outraged (don't worry, it's on your behalf lol). Turn on your PM function
  3. Proserpina
    08-19-2009 06:54 PM - permalink
    Proserpina
    Absolutely! I think the best step-parent in the world is the one who loves the spouse, understands that neither parent is perfect, adores the step-kids and knows when to keep their mouth shut
    Seriously though, rules in court? Don't disparage the other parent. Ever. Support your spouse, tell the truth and make it crystal clear that parenting their child is *their* job and you would never even think of interfering. In fact the thought hadn't even crossed your mind! That would just be...well..wrong, right?

    You'll do just fine. And please, feel free to ask your questions whenever you feel the need.
  4. Proserpina
    08-18-2009 07:33 PM - permalink
    Proserpina
    I think for the most part, most half-decent steps just want to support their spouse and the child/ren. Sometimes though a step will insert his/herself into the legal matters of the parents where s/he has absolutely no place.

    If the parent and/or the step-parent decide to undermine the other parent in any way (Referring to themselves as the real, or only, parents; as Mom, Dad , "we" this, "us" that) it has resulted in custody being modified....in the other parent's favor. It's often frustrating being the step-parent - but it's a lot easier once it sinks in that the step is NOT the parent, has no authority over the child (or the other parent for that matter) and knows when to speak up (if the child is being abused or something) and when to shut up (in the courtroom).
    Usurping the parent's role is one of the fastest and most effective ways to lose custody.

    (did that help at all?)

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