History in the Making

The new year has brought momentous change to the fight for gay rights.  On January 5, 2015, gay and lesbian couples won the right to marry in Florida.  Back in July, a Miami judge ruled the ban on gay marriage was discriminatory. However, that ruling was legally stayed along for opposition to appeal the judge's decision. When no opposition came, the stay was lifted on Monday, leading the way for gay couples to marry. The right to marry is also in effect by the ruling of Federal Judge Hinkle in Tallahassee.  The state and federal courts in Florida have now both solidified that gay marriage is legal in the state. The previous ban has been stated to be "in contravention of the rights insured by the United States Constitution and is thus unenforceable".  It's about time that the Florida legal system has caught up with the 21st century. 

Learn more at http://www.miamiherald.com/news/local/community/miami-dade/article5439081.html

(source and picture - Miami Herald, January 5, 2015)

Divorce: No Refunds, Returns or Exchanges!

I'm a new contributing writer for an amazing, comprehensive divorce website. Check it out!!

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As the Thanksgiving holiday approaches, use it as an opportunity to truly reflect on what is important in life. Yes, you are thankful for our family, but how exactly? Thankful for their support, their love, their guidance, their companionship? When you really evaluate why exactly you are thankful for your family, you can love them that much more.

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Quick Tale (or Tail) about a puppy and a dog:
The puppy told the older dog that he has found happiness chasing his tail, and said "I'm going to chase it until happiness is mine." The older dog said he agreed, "But I have found that the more I chase it, the more it disappears." -
Moral of the tale (tail) - Live the best life you can and happiness will come naturally.

I'm a Mompreneur on MBM!

Look who's being featured as this Monday's Mompreneur.....ME! How exciting is that?! A big THANK YOU to Michelle Olson-Rogers of the amazing blog, Modern Boca Mom, for the post. I hope this feature helps spread the word about the wonderful benefits of family mediation as a more harmonious alternative to the traditional, litigious divorce and family dispute.

http://www.modernbocamom.com/2014/11/mompreneur-monday-family-focused-mediation/

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HAPPY HALLOWEEN!! Wishing my readers a very happy and spooky Halloween for you and your families. But please remember wherever your children are and whatever your plans may be, Be Careful! Follow this tips to ensure a SAFE trick or treating night.

http://www.safekids.org/tip/halloween-safety-tips

Children of Divorce

Good article about children and divorce:

http://www.mediate.com/articles/GordonRbl20140509.cfm