nolonger
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Reged: 09/15/08
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I write this as a vent and encourage all opinions simply for our entertainment:
My ex was a wealthy man and when we split, I got half the assets. Where I live, combined with the economy, work is hard to come by. Even though I have 2 jobs, the savings I have is what I support my family with. I get no child support.
So I have to strategize how to make the savings last a life time. My ex is in the exact same situation, but instead of making a little money, he loses it trading on the computer.
Believe me, I'm not complaining. Just giving background.
So what this is about is vacations. I have the kids for spring break and found a cheap cruise to take them on. Problem was, airfare was going to be $718 per person (times 5). So I cancelled the trip and we're driving somewhere closer.
My ex sent me an email ridiculing me for not taking the kids on a grand vacation saying that the money HE made that I now have is for the kids and he wants me to take them on a vacation ($5000 at least).
Is that rediculous?
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peytonmanning18
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Reged: 02/18/11
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Yes, I think so. Unless it's spelled out in your divorce agreement that you are required to spend your money on 4 figure vacations you're allowed to spend it or not as you see fit (within reason).
In my opinion your ex was being a jerk sending such an email.
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lauramc27
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Reged: 01/15/11
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Loc: Oregon
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Reminds me of the time my DH's ex called him and said he "had" to pay his DD's car payment cuz DD couldn't and ex didn't have the money. Well needless to say my DH laughed and said she (ex) co-signed for the loan not him and he wasn't about to make the payment, then hung up.
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nolonger
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Reged: 09/15/08
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I think that half of our post divorce problems involve his misconception that he can control me. Gosh - that was 100% of our problems while we were married!
And of course there's no divorce decree stipulation about spending money on vacations. Ironically, I was the one when we were married to encourage travel and he was the one to always put the kabosh on the plans because it was "spending money we may need later". This man made 7 figures.
So go figure.
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DedicatedDad
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"
My ex was a wealthy man and when we split, I got half the assets."
Does this make you 1/2 a wealthy woman? What's your definition of wealthy?
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Debi
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Do really even have to ask if that's ridiculous? Of course he can't tell you how to spend your money. It doesn't matter if it's part of your settlement or if you won the lottery.
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When we were together, you said you'd die for me. Now, I think it's time you kept your promise.
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nolonger
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@DD- LOL I guess that does make me half a wealthy woman! Or a half wealthy woman - coz I know I'm 100% woman! And my definition of wealthy would be the top 1% of American income. However, it's a reversal of fortune scenario. I will die a poor woman. Unless, of course, I die today. haha
@ Debi - Of course I don't *need* to ask if this is rediculous! I did so to vent and have some fun making fun of it. My participation here is for gathering and sharing info and experiences, but it is also for entertainment. I don't know if you've noticed, there is quite the cast of characters on board.
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nolonger
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Oops, typo. Top 10%. We're not the Gate's. lol
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