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Parents getting divorce, really upset. Help?

I am 17 years old and when I was 15 I found out my dad cheated on my mom after 25 years of marriage. It's been really hard and they are still going through the divorce. I was wondering if anyone could help me cheer up. Anything at all. I'm really down in the dumps. My house is a constant reminder of my dad and how much I miss him regardless of what he did. I just went on a 2 day vacation with him at the beach and had the best time. Now that I'm home, I look around and everything is a constant reminder of him. I could use a smile or a laugh. Please help, I appreciate it.

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  • Anonymous
    10 years ago
    Favorite Answer

    It isn't a bad thing that so many things in your house remind you of him. Instead of viewing all of these things negatively and thinking about how much you miss him, be glad you've made so many memories together during that period in your life. Luckily you have not lost either parent, all three of you are going through a transitional phase. Hold onto your memories dearly and be eager to make new ones in the near and distant future. Everything will be fine!

    In addition to that, there is always therapy, individual or family therapy that you can attend. Millions of children have gone through what you are going through, and it is important that you remember you are not alone in this struggle.

  • ?
    Lv 6
    10 years ago

    Divorce is so hard on children. I can tell you though even though your parents may get divorce, your dad and mom will be the same mom and dad forever only they will both be happier. You wil see lots of both and actually they both will make more of an effort with you because they will have a lot of guilt over this. Don't see this as the end. It may be the end of them living together but it is not the end. You will be together forever and even closer because they will be happier. I hope this helps. ALso I do want to say, that you need to always talk to them and let them know how you feel about all of this so they can help you through all of it. Don't try to go this alone. You are not alone.

  • Ashley
    Lv 6
    10 years ago

    It'll be okay. My parents got a divorce long time ago. You get used to it after a while. If you want to tlk bout it my e-mail address is ashley_ewilliams@yahoo.com

    You will eventually get happy. Divorces are always hard. i was young when mine divorced. I think i was in the 5th and they split up when i was in the 3rd. took them 2 yrs to get one bcuz laywers are expenisive. i am sure you will be fine.

  • 10 years ago

    Just know that none of this had anything to do with you and even though your dad might not live with you anymore, but he still loves you. Do you still visit with him? Maybe you can try to see him more often.

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  • Anonymous
    10 years ago

    Its okay cheer up pray for your dad you'll be find

  • ?
    Lv 6
    10 years ago

    Maybe you just need to talk it out?

    If so, email me at Puddinfellow@yahoo.com.

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