Waiting for the Phoenix to rise

2017 marks the end of my marriage to Nadia K. Williams. She filed for divorce in October 2017. And through court and mediation (I couldn't' afford a lawyer) the paperwork was filled out and finalized by the judge beginning this year Jan 2018. This is of course very personal, very hard, and very painful.

So, IMPORTANT...  I would like everyone to be respectful, and to ask any questions to me personally, or to Nadia personally. With the understanding that we may not give you any answers.

I am now staying with a dear friend and his family until I can start over and get on my feet. Currently the kids live with Nadia and I get visitation rights which were set by the judge... and as Nadia and I co-parent the kids, we will see what happens.

I would like to take a moment to thank all those who have been a support for our family, to my kids, myself, or to Nadia. And I would like to plead for continued support for each of us. Forgive us of our bad days, listen if we need to talk, be clear if you can or cannot help - we understand. Life is busy and can be very overwhelming. Again, Thank you to all those who reached out for support, offered prayers, gave of their time, and just let us cry on their shoulders.

Regarding relationships... I beg all of you to stop for a moment today and if you can, call or tell your parents you love them and appreciate them, tell your kids you love them and appreciate them, tell your spouse you love and appreciate them.... and recommit, and be fiercely loyal to them. Bury your hatchets. You only cut yourself more when you sharpen them. Offer a prayer to God giving gratitude for the blessings these people have always been and are to you. Thank the Lord for your health and the simple things each day. And... Ask for His help, but Work hard to achieve the goals you make. He won't push the cart for you. Disconnect with the world for a bit, TV, phone, PC, whatever... and Connect with the Lord for a bit, pray, read scripture, ponder, go for a walk, or whatever you do to invite Him in.

Please understand as I go through this process. The stages come and go and repeat... and I'm doing what I can to move forward.

Thank you.