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Well my D takes place in two weeks. I can't believe it right around the corner, but it is. I need to tell my boys what's going to happen. Does any one have any good advice on this? I spoke to my tharapist yesterday and he said what I was going to say to them seemed fine.
If you have something to share, please let me know.
Dino
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Dino,
I am not sure how old your boys are but honesty and support is a good combination. Children know more than they let on and the parents should not fool themselves nor their children. Children don't like to have their feelings toyed with. My 7 year old told me he does not appreciate an adult who lies for any reason. That was an earful.
Letting them know it is happening but that your love for them remains and will grow stronger is a good reinforcement that their entire world will not completely change. Too bad they even have to suffer through this but that is the other parents choice and they need to know that. Don't camaflouge the others actions.
JMHO,
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Have a look at this site: http://www.kidshealth.org/kid/feeling/home_family/divorce.htmlI printed out the section on divorce and gave it to my 9 1/2 year old (very bright) son yesterday. He put it down, but today I noticed he was reading it. It has good advice, and shows kids they aren't alone. The site has some great advice regarding other children's issues too. I hope you can find it useful! Love and light, Jacky
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Thanks Orchid and Nina Too.
My children are 6 and 3. The 3 year old won't really understand but the 6 year old will. I dread this day of telling them, but it has to be done.
Thanks
Dino
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