Dear Carolyn, I think I am about to be sued for alienation of affection. While I am not really sure exactly what this is, I am sure that I am not really doing this. Yes, I do have a paramour who is married. However, it is very clear to her…
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Date Night Udon
Venn CrawfordJapanese Udon is a thick wheat noodle, often served in a rich broth. This recipe is perfect for date nights, as it’s light, delicious, and makes a tasty surprise for someone who’s never had it before. Don’t be daunted by the long list of ingredients – this recipe is incredibly…
Can My Wife’s Ex Stop Her Visitation?
Carolyn WoodruffDear Carolyn, Hi, how are you? I have a question, my wife and I wanted to spend time with my stepson this summer but the father won’t let her get him. Can he stop her visitation? Carolyn Answers…. Greetings. I am assuming there must be a custody order regarding your…
Munchausen by Proxy in Child Custody
Carolyn WoodruffDear Carolyn, I have a strange question for you Carolyn. In fact, it is almost unbelievable. My ex-wife and the mother of my precious child constantly fabricates that the child is ill. The child is constantly taken to the doctor with the Mother saying that the child had a fever…
American Flag Fruit Pizza- Happy Memorial Day
American Flag Fruit Pizza Gluten Free + Dairy Free Ingredients Gluten Free Pizza Dough 1 cup whipped topping* 1 cup strawberries, quartered 1/2 cup blueberries Directions Start by preparing the pizza dough. Coat a flat baking sheet generously with olive oil. Cover your hands with oil as well, so dough won’t…
What about the pet?
Carolyn WoodruffDear Readers, Today’s Ask Carolyn addresses aging pet owners who must give up a pet. Just a reminder—as the summer heats up DO NOT leave pets or children in automobiles; remember the heat is magnified by the glass and is dangerous. Dear Carolyn, My Mother is now 90, has beginning dementia,…
Mother’s Day and Getting On with Things
Carolyn WoodruffDear Readers, Today’s first Ask Carolyn addresses dreading Mother’s Day. Happy Mother’s Day to all of you who have a great situation, but realize there are those around you for which Mother’s Day may be most stressful. The second question addresses getting on with your life after a relationship break-up. Dear Carolyn,…
Comes from the Heart: DIY Mother’s Day Gifts
Kam HardyThis Mother’s Day give your Mom a gift that lets her know just how loved she is! A string of pearls is nice. A boutique of flowers is beautiful. Give you mother a gift from the heart, something homemade, something no one else can give her! Give your mom a…
The Love of A Mother
Kam HardyI think it goes without saying that mothers have the most rewarding job there is. Ask almost any mother, and they will tell you, motherhood is exhausting, challenging, and messy and, the most beautiful journey of life. There are so many different kinds of moms out there, the working mom,…
Child Support 101
Carolyn WoodruffThe most common questions I get asked as a North Carolina family law specialist are the following: What is child support? How do they determine the amount? What is the process of obtaining child support? Should I or should I not petition to receive child support? Generally, the noncustodial parent…