Winning Child Custody For Dads
It was several months ago when I decided to file for primary physical custody of Madalyn. Of course I had my reasons but over the years I noticed that it was mostly moms that had custody of the children while dads got visitation every other weekend. To me this was absurd. I knew I had my work cut out for me but I also knew that in my case God was with me. How you ask? Well I prayed for years on whether I should make this move and it took that long for me to clearly see whether or not I was doing this for Madalyn or revenge. Yes, revenge was one of my motives in the beginning. Not very nice I know. Of course I though I had just cause to do it but I didn't want to hurt my little girl if I was just trying to get back at her mom.
September of 09 sitting in front of a lawyer explaining what and why I wanted to do I had a peace about me. I can honestly say God was with me and my motives were purely for doing what was best for Madalyn. Even though it took nearly 6 months, and never making it to the judge, my exwife agreed to the modification.
The decisions she made over the past year really put her in a place that she did not have much of a choice. There is something to be said about God's timing. If I would of done this before the case most likely would of gone to the judge and who knows what would of happened. But by waiting on God everything worked out.
I want to thank those that prayed for me and gave me great advice. I know I have many challenges ahead of me but it will be well worth it.
If you are a dad and feel you have reason to modify your custody agreement I suggest praying everyday about it. Pray that Gods' will be done and to do whatever is best for the child. What is your motivation? Practice alot of patience, document everything (moving, late pickups, no shows, threats, etc), record conversations (legally), more prayer, and get a lawyer. Also make sure your child support is paid in full and have your act together.
September of 09 sitting in front of a lawyer explaining what and why I wanted to do I had a peace about me. I can honestly say God was with me and my motives were purely for doing what was best for Madalyn. Even though it took nearly 6 months, and never making it to the judge, my exwife agreed to the modification.
The decisions she made over the past year really put her in a place that she did not have much of a choice. There is something to be said about God's timing. If I would of done this before the case most likely would of gone to the judge and who knows what would of happened. But by waiting on God everything worked out.
I want to thank those that prayed for me and gave me great advice. I know I have many challenges ahead of me but it will be well worth it.
If you are a dad and feel you have reason to modify your custody agreement I suggest praying everyday about it. Pray that Gods' will be done and to do whatever is best for the child. What is your motivation? Practice alot of patience, document everything (moving, late pickups, no shows, threats, etc), record conversations (legally), more prayer, and get a lawyer. Also make sure your child support is paid in full and have your act together.
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