As long as the newcomer treats Mommy or Daddy well so that Mommy or Daddy is happy and feels loved, then Mommy or Daddy is happy and has more love to give the kids.
With older children, a “new” Mommy or Daddy cannot come in and dictate to the kids, for they will only end up resenting him/her, and life will be unpleasant.
A long-time reader
Dear Reader,
Unfortunately, we often allow our emotions – versus our intellect – to rule us, and thus we end up learning the hard way.
Still, the decision to remarry or not to remarry is an intensely personal one – as well as every individual’s prerogative. Such is life (as I’m sure you can attest from a professional standpoint). Besides, would we all choose do the right thing at the right moment in time and be content with our decisions, you guys might be forced into early retirement.
Thanks for taking the time to express your opinion.