I agree with everyone about stashing back some funds. I felt badly about it at first - dishonest. Then I realized that 100% of it was being allocated for food, clothing & shelter for DD & chose to think of it as Smart Parenting instead.
I also learned that I will NEVER be without a personal backup plan like that again in my life. Ever. I educate DD that as a strong, independent woman she'll do the same. I teach her that love has no zeros and intentions don't pay the bills. That no matter how long you love someone or how much they express the same to you, you can & should be in charge of yourself financially.
I'm sorry Kelly, but with 5 DUI's under his belt & him entertaining thoughts of adding cocaine to the mix it seems like the handwriting is on the wall already - he's not going to change. But you CAN.
