My mom just told me that she and my dad are getting divorced! What!? I naturally ran off to my room, crying. I couldn’t take it. Why is this happening? Is there a way to keep them together? (PLEASE tell me there is). And, how can I cope? I feel so sad and depressed. I have no idea how I can deal.
-polkadot111094
Aww, darling, I'm so sorry to hear you have to go through this. Divorces are one of the toughest things families can go through and are especially tough for the kids to deal with. I know you are shocked and confused right now and want them to stay together -- but I'm sorry to say that sometimes you just have to let go. Sometimes, it's for the best.
You want your parents to be happy, right? You don't want them to stay together just for the sake of staying together if they're unhappy or don't love each other anymore. If they've decided that a divorce is their best option, it probably is. You have to trust that they are making the best choice for themselves and ultimately your entire family (because the way they feel inside will ultimately affect their relationship with the rest of your family).
I know it hurts right now, but over time, you'll adjust to the changes and things will eventually get to feeling normal again. In the mean time, call on your friends for love and support. It always helps to have a shoulder to cry on and someone to listen to you rant and just get all of your feelings out. Don't be afraid to just let it all out -- but then dry your eyes and be strong. Moping around will only make you feel worse -- so try to make the best of the situation. And remember: it's going to be OK.
<3 Jessie M.
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BY ANDREA T. ON 5/13/2008 8:44:00 AM 100 COMMENTS