Good morning ladies!!
Yesterday was not really a good day for me for the most part but I can honestly say the good overcame the bad and it ended nicely. I just wanted to share what happened with my FFIL that makes me say I am so glad I will gaining a FIL one day.
My dad passed away almost 5 years ago and it has left a big whole in my heart especially now that I know I am marrying the man of my dreams. Well yesterday I had a rough day dealing with some rough issues with my ex-husband. In a nutshell my EX owes over $50K (and counting) in child support arrears to me for our 2 children and has been ducking the system for YEARS while I have been here taking care of them and also trying to get it all worked out. What makes it worse is that I know for sure he has a a cush job with the government in DC and it PISSES ME OFF!!!
I just keep getting the run around and it SUCKS!!
Anywho, my FI suggested I talk to my FFIL because his dad is a retired military cop/investigator who now just happens to work for the county courthouse so he has tons of connections and knowledge. I was reluctant and FI knew this but we talked anyway. FFIL shared my disgust and gave me some pointers on what to do next. His conversation was filled with a few choice words for the ex but tons of support for me. At the end of the convo, he said he loved me and wanted to make sure I knew that. This melted my heart because I don't have that "dad" figure to turn to and FFIL's outward personality/appearance does not lend itself to make anyone think he can be a softy. He's also didn't have any daughters so he's also just a tough cookie.
I just wanted to share that he melted my heart to know that even with all the garbage I had to face yesterday, the show of support from him helped to make my day better. Just wanted to share.