"Losing" young nieces/nephews to divorce

Has anyone ever experienced this?

Di, my father's father died when he was only 3 years old. His mother, his father's sisters and brothers all worked very hard to keep my dad an active part of the family. They remained close until death.

I know a death is not the same as a divorce - the emotions are very different - but I think that most of the time, if there is a will there is a way.

Sadly, the "will" is definitely there, but the "way" is frustrating.

Very hard on our entire family.

Divorce is a bummer for everyone in the entire family! I know.
Been there. Done that.

Me too...When Mom and Dad got divorced after 25 years, we lost my Dad because he met and married a witch of a woman with five, (count 'em 5 kids,) and she forbid him to see any of us. He was p-whipped so he didn't. We never saw any of our uncles or aunts or cousins on his side of the family again. Yes, and that was a heartfelt loss for all of us.

Chatty, later on did you ever seek out those aunts/uncles/cousins? Did you know them before the divorce?

Can't answer for Chats, but I never went in search of my ex's
family. His dad and a couple aunts died; they were my favorite
members of that family. Everybody else just became strangers.
Probably wouldn't know 'em if I fell over them.

I stick to my original statement: Divorce has a ripple effect
that crushes all involved!

Yes indeed, Jabber. And forever, too. I've watched so many families be effected. Whether the divorce is "friendly" or not. God HATES divorce and I can clearly see why.

I did try to stay in touch with cousins and a couple aunts and uncles but then I was living out of state so it was difficult. I havren't a clue about any of them except for my cousin Pat and her husband. I stood up for her wedding and we remained friends for all this time. We call and write back and forth but haven't seen them for over 20 years.

My ex had a cousin I absolutely loved. But when my son's dad
and I broke up, I lost touch with that gal. She wanted to
remain loyal to him and his relatives. There R a few of ex's family I miss dearly.

I told my ex he must be out by October. He is not happy to say the least but it's best, he has worn out his welcome. The extra money he pays me does truly come in handy and I use it wisely so hopefully that being gone won't put a burden on me. But even if it does, I will be much happier with him gone...

Yes, let go of things or people that make you unhappy.

I hope after he's gone you can rent to some really nice,
considerate person. Good luck with this landlady aspect. I know you'll be careful with the selection process! Prayers and blessings,