Some of the best post-separation-and-divorce advice we’ve ever gotten, solicited and unsolicited, has been from adults (friends and strangers) whose parents divorced. They tell us what their parents did right in terms of handling the fall out and continuing to meeting their kid’s needs. On the flip side, some tell us what they wish their parents had done differently (such as not using the kids as messenger service, or bad-mouthing the other parent to the kids).

We believe all divorced/divorcing/separated parents can benefit from these voices (and their children will also benefit in turn), so we invite stories from adult children of divorce about your experiences. What you submit can take the form of a letter to your parents–maybe it’s a letter you’ve written, or perhaps one you’ve longed to write. Lists are good too (”Top Ten Mistakes Divorcing Parents Make” or “12 Things My Parents Did Right”). Whatever format you choose, we’re looking to post a variety of experiences and perspectives. All posts will be anonymous (unless you request otherwise) and subject to editing for clarity and/or to protect your privacy.

This is an open call, so even if you are reading this months from now, we still welcome your story.

You can send your submissions here or in the body of an email (no attachments will be opened) with the subject heading “Adult Child of Divorce”, to deesha AT deeshaphilyaw DOT com (you know what to do…).

09.09.2008 Adult Children of Divorce, Bitter, Divorce, Happy endings