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I’m happily divorced – on my child-free weekends, I do whatever I like
A lot of my friends are in unhappy marriages, and I encourage them to do what I did - life is too short
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Metro
· Jul 4, 2026
I love wife-swapping with my best mate — but my father-in-law is ruining it
An affair won't solve any problems
The New Zealand Herald
· Jun 22, 2026
Why couples divorce at different ages: What really ends a marriage
Why couples divorce at different ages: What really ends a marriage
DNyuz
· Jun 27, 2026
Dear Abby: I can’t forgive my mom for taking back my abusive father
DEAR ABBY: I am estranged from my father and have been since I was 12. (I’m currently 26.) He was emotionally, psychologically and physically abusive to me, and cutting ties with him has been good for my well-being. My mom recently revealed to me that she has reconnected with him and they are dating again. []
Fox News
· Jul 11, 2026
Christie Brinkley says she's rethinking soulmates after four marriages
Christie Brinkley reveals she's rethinking soulmates after four marriages, saying age brings a freedom that's quite wonderful in her life today.
Us Weekly
· Jul 1, 2026
Frankie Muniz and Wife Paige Split After 6 Years of Marriage: Statement
Frankie Muniz and wife Paige Price Muniz are getting divorced after six years of marriage. “Following a period of separation that we kept private, Paige and I have decided to move forward with ending our marriage,” Frankie, 40, captioned a joint Instagram video on Wednesday, July 1, sharing a “life update.” Frankie and Paige, 33, []
The i Paper
· Jul 7, 2026
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Related coverage for "I’m happily divorced – on my child-free weekends, I do whatever I like": Metro — I love wife-swapping with my best mate — but my father-in-law is ruining it. The New Zealand Herald — Why couples divorce at different ages: What really ends a marriage. DNyuz — Dear Abby: I can’t forgive my mom for taking back my abusive father. Fox News — Christie Brinkley says she's rethinking soulmates after four marriages. Us Weekly — Frankie Muniz and Wife Paige Split After 6 Years of Marriage: Statement. The i Paper — As a gentle parent I’ve never punished my kids – boomer parenting horrifies me