The youngest of the skids graduates in 5 months! And 3 weeks after that, he leaves for boot camp. The other 2 skids have already decided to attend summer school, and won't be home much this summer. For the first time in 15 years, I will have a skid free summer! And the crazy ex will be out of my hair!

It was so nice not even having to deal with her for the holidays this year. I simply told the skids the dates we were having family gatherings and told them they could see her when and if they wanted, at any time other than those dates. With them all being 18+ years in age, that made it easy! only once did she contact me, asking if I would try to see that they visit for New Year's Eve. I simply texted back that I would pass the word to them, but they would have to make their own arrangements. I also made sure each child did talk to her on Christmas Day, as a kindness to her. other than that, no contact.

The light at the end of the tunnel gets closer and closer...