Doing Things Right

Doing Things Right

Dealing with emotions in divorce can be complicated and confusing and this was so true in our divorce. In the fall of 2011 we met with Jim Johnson at Heartland Family Mediators to work out issues to end our marriage. Our two children at the time were ages 6 and 3. Our...
Impartiality of a Mediator: Is that really important?

Impartiality of a Mediator: Is that really important?

This question is one of most frequently asked questions we receive. The answer is yes. We begin our process of usually following an email or call from one of the parties. They ask questions about our process, costs, and whether we are impartial and fair. Following...
Giving Your Marriage One More Try?

Giving Your Marriage One More Try?

Did you know that UpToParents.org sends out a question of the week?  I read the Question of The Week every week because the questions are on point, timely, and always interesting.   Recently, I saw a question and answer that struck me strongly.  As the Question of The...
Become More Accountable in The New Year

Become More Accountable in The New Year

Being held accountable can be useful for all of us.  It can keep us on track toward achieving our goals and find success in life. Do you have things you struggle with? There is help to be found.  Accountability partners can be found through organizations, within your...
Spreading Some Holiday Cheer!

Spreading Some Holiday Cheer!

Happy Holidays! This is a time of year we celebrate the importance of family and friends. At Christmastime we have spectacle of lights, presents, egg nog, and carolers to enjoy. It is a joyous time of year! However, each year we discover more and more that there are...