Teens and Divorce: Letters to Mom and Dad

CBN.com In 2010, we asked four teens to write letters to their divorced parents about how splitting up affected their lives. This is what they wrote.

Dear Mom,
I was only 13. I never thought it would get to that point. You would have your fights, but you would always forgive each other and move on. I was so angry, Mom. I had tantrums like a three-year-old. I was lucky to have friends that cared about me, and they helped me get through this hard time. I understand why you divorced, and I’m glad that both you and Dad are happier now. Mom, I forgive you for what happened, and I’m glad that I see you every other weekend. Time really does heal all wounds.

Love,
Jennifer

Dear Dad,
I was only three when we left, far too young to understand or even to remember what happened. Dad, my mom had been pushed and pulled trying hard to pay rent and put food on the table. Yet she still found time to go to school recitals, and the money to get little treats here and there. Sometimes it would be hard to see my friends and their dads, but being fatherless for so long I’ve just gotten used to it. Life is never a walk in the park. The only thing I can’t get used to is the question that still fills my mind: Why did you do the things that you did to us?

Apryl

Dear Mom and Dad,
I was only eight years old when you got a divorce. I didn’t know what to feel when I first found out, because I didn’t know what divorce meant at the time. When someone told me what a divorce was, all I could do was cry. My life has its ups and downs, but I understand why you couldn’t stay together. And I don’t live my life any differently now that you are divorced. I just walk the right path and pray when I’m going through hard times that everything will get better and eventually they do.

Your son,
Nick

Dear Mom and Dad,

When I had first found out about the separation and divorce, I didn’t really know how to react to it. The two people who brought you in to this world, always loved you and cared for you no matter what, and always loved each other suddenly don’t. It’s really heartbreaking if you think about it. I don’t want you two to think I’m still hurt by it, because although it’s not the best thing in the world, I wouldn’t want it any other way now. I’ve learned through this whole process that everything happens for a reason and to just make the best of everything. I’ve also learned not to give up, no matter what battles I face, to just keep trying. And I thank you both for teaching me that. I love you now and forever.

Love always,
Candace

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