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Blending Families
Mormon Life says: In the Church there is a lot of focus on what is seen as the ideal family, but many people live in different circumstances than this stereotypical family.
When we talk about families, we frequently think of a certain ideal; a family where both parents are there, the kids are all little angels, and life at home is like living in a musical titled When...
Dave Says: Boundaries . . .
Mormon Life says: My fiancé's adult daughter doesn't show responsibility. What do we do?
Dear Dave,I’m getting married to a wonderful man, but his 19-year old daughter from a previous marriage is very irresponsible. She doesn’t want to make her own car payments and doesn’t want to...
How single adults can be happy again
Being single after 25 years of married life and raising nine children was not on my list of things to do. After my husband unexpectedly passed away my thought was: "Now what do I do?" I knew I had to take care of the five children left at home, but what was the future plan for me? I knew I had to...
Dave Says: Single Again . . .
Mormon Life says: I've recently been through a divorce, but I'm in good financial shape. Should I be investing?
Dear Dave,I got divorced recently, and have custody of our children who are 12 and 17. I’m lucky enough to be debt-free, and I own the house we’re living in, which is worth about $350,000. I also...
{Single Saints} Surviving the Holidays after Divorce
Mormon Life says: The holidays can be an especially difficult time for the recently divorced - what with all the family, traditions, and memories that will certainly be affected. How can you bring back some of the cheer?
Earlier this week we ran an article on what to say (and not say) to the recently divorced. But the holidays can be an especially difficult time. If you’re facing the holidays for the first time as a...
What (and What Not) to Say to the Recently Divorced
Mormon Life says: For Church members who have recently experienced divorce, it feels like the ultimate failure—marriages, especially temple marriages, aren’t supposed to end if you are doing your best to do what’s right. Yet, here we are—hurt, confused, and shaken to the core.
So, what should you say to someone who is recently divorced? Here are a few do’s and don’ts to help you navigate some emotional landmines while still offering your heartfelt support.#1. Don’t say:...
Adultery, forgiveness and divorce
Mormon Life says: Does forgiving adultery also mean staying in the marriage? A deep article on a heavy topic. What do you think?
Many years ago, two of my friends stood at the altar and were married before God, friends and family. Like any newlyweds, they were madly in love and saw nothing but children, happiness and loyalty...
Dave Says: Pre-nup . . . Yes or No?
Mormon Life says: How do you feel about pre-nuptial agreements?
Dear Dave, How do you feel about pre-nuptial agreements? Anonymous Dear Anonymous, When I first started financial counseling, I told people to never get a pre-nup under any...
