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I Will Refrain from Too Much Profanity

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I’ve held this in long enough, but today, I have to get it off my chest, and I’m voicing it publicly because I want the whole world to hear my side of the story.

You and your obese slob of a husband like to pretend that you hold the moral ground because you live in your little cul-de-sac, and you love to project that I am some kind of low-life deadbeat because of my financial struggles.  Well, let’s examine a few facts:

First, how about the years, yes years, the two of you sneaked around behind my back with your phone calls, emails, text messages, cards, and gifts.  You left behind quite the pile of evidence after you left.  Doesn’t your bible have something to say about coveting another man’s wife?  Or did my simple mind miss some clause exempting you two?  For years, you lied to me about your involvement with him, swearing he was just a friend, and me, in my sincerest naivety not wanting to be the kind of insecure man who refused his wife male friends, believed your lies.  Doesn’t your bible say something about uttering untruths?  Or again, did my simple mind miss something?  Perhaps, just perhaps, you two aren’t as moral as you like to pretend.  Knowing what I know now, if I were your husband today, I would keep a close eye on your online interactions and be quite wary of who you call a friend.

And how about the pretty little lies you told me at the beginning of our divorce?  Do you remember assuring me you would never ask for child support?  Do remember your smugness in saying that he had plenty of money and didn’t need any of mine?  Oh yes, you said that.  And from that lie, I agreed to certain provisions in the decree in exchange for your guarantee that I wouldn’t have to pay child support.  Of course, the moment the divorce was finalized, any chance of annulment or revision gone, you and fat boy went back on that guarantee.  And while I was at my lowest, most desperate moments, you slapped me with contempt of court papers.  At a time when I was living off peanut butter and little else, you and your slothful troll in your country club home hounded me for money.

You two love to paint me as some kind of scumbag because I struggle financially every month.  I would love to introduce you to a few mothers who deal with true deadbeat fathers to their children, men who not only don’t pay child support but have nothing to do with them.  You have been paid early every month for five consecutive years and are current for six years, and you cannot even begin to conceive the sacrifices I have to make in my daily life to ensure that money is paid.  You and the hefty gnome could not survive on what I have left over after paying for the children’s insurance and support, but I make do the best I can, so go fuck your self-righteous judgmental bullshit.  I have six years worth of phone records proving my involvement with my children, and they look forward to their time with me.  They know me, and I’m a permanent part of their lives.  If you attempt to restrict that time any more than it already is, we will pursue a new parenting plan that is far more equitable.

You love to throw out the time the boys got into poison ivy and the one time Collin picked up pink eye and whatever virus or bacteria that was, as if I intentionally made him sick.  How about all the times they’ve gotten sick with you?  Fat ass bringing home viruses from airplane flights, Collin missing 30+ days of school for strep, them coming up here this last trip so sick they could barely function.  I’ve never thrown that in your face because I understand that people get sick, especially kids and even more especially kids who aren’t exposed enough to the world at large.  The vast majority of the time the boys are with me they return to Florida safe, happy, and healthy, so how fucking dare you pretend like I don’t take excellent care of my children.

Now, you and that fat sack of cowardly shit hide behind a web of laws that cripple me at every turn.  Your lies and deceits pushed me into an imbalanced, unjust system that punishes fathers.  I’m sure in your diseased minds you believe your own self-righteous bullshit, but you cannot honestly say with a straight face that there is any justice or equality in what the two of you have done to me, leaving me to scratch out an existence on less than $400 a week.  But hear me and hear me well, your pathetic little apology was far too little far too late.  I had tried to let go of the hatred for you and that slothful, self-righteous sack of useless blubber, but this time was the final straw.  You provoked me.  Your greed and selfishness brought all my hatred and disdain for both of you back to the surface.  Now, you had best prepare for the gathering storm.

Enough with the Satire for a Minute; This is Still Serious

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Update – 12/26/13:  A lot of people shared this link, and a few people were generous enough to purchase books.  A handful of people gave direct donations that saved Christmas for this family, but now that the holidays are over, what about January and the next month and the next?  The reason I made my offer was because I recognize that the circumstances they face extend beyond just Christmas gifts for the children.  Sure, that makes us all feel warm and fuzzy for a little bit, but the medical bills and larger issues still loom.  Here’s my challenge:  Are you willing to help a real family in need beyond the holidays?  Will you not just share this link but encourage your friend to read it?

I recently learned that a person close to Seventh Star Press, someone who has been a big supporter of my writing, is dealing with some serious financial difficulty. This person’s spouse suffered debilitating health issues a year and a half ago, which has caused tremendous financial strain on their family. This person works and raises kids, and these circumstances and difficulties could happen to any one of us. Because of the financial strain, Christmas for this family is not going to be a joyous occasion. Instead, they are worried about whether or not they can pay the rent and keep the lights on and put food on the table.

In the spirit of this season, I want to help out, but I don’t have any money myself. I work in education. But I do have a good series of books, so here’s my offer. I will donate 50% of any and all royalties I earn between now and Dec. 31 directly to this family, and Seventh Star Press will match that amount. I’m posting Amazon links to each paperback version of my books, but this offer applies to any format from any outlet. It’s a small gesture, I know, but right now, it’s the best I can do. Please, if you can, let’s help this family get through this difficult time:

The Brotherhood of Dwarves –
http://www.amazon.com/The-Brotherhood-Dwarves-D-Adams/dp/1937929914/ref=tmm_pap_title_0

Red Sky at Dawn –
http://www.amazon.com/Red-Sky-at-Dawn-Adams/dp/1937929922/ref=tmm_pap_title_0

The Fall of Dorkhun –
http://www.amazon.com/dp/0983740259

Between Dark and Light –
http://www.amazon.com/Between-Dark-Light-D-Adams/dp/1937929787/ref=tmm_pap_title_0

Thunder on the Battlefield –
http://www.amazon.com/Thunder-Battlefield-James-R-Tuck/dp/1937929264/ref=tmm_pap_title_0

Update – 12/18/13: we’re making progress, but not nearly enough.  Please, if you can help out financially, buy my books.  If money is tight for you, too, please share this link and spread this story around.  Let’s help out a deserving family.

Update – 12/17/13: Thank you to everyone who shared my links and spread the word about this yesterday.  Your support and encouragement got this idea in front of a lot of people.  We made a small dent but not nearly enough.  Please, keep the message circulating and let’s help this family get through the New Year on better footing.

Thank You

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Thank you to everyone who took time to read and share my previous post, and a huge thank you to those who purchased copies of my books in support.  We have managed to raise a little money, but more importantly, due to the awareness, a handful of you made direct donations that will allow this family to have a decent Christmas.  I’m grateful for your kindness and generosity.  If you are one of the people who shared the post, bought a book, or made a donation, thank you for saving Christmas for these children.  That’s what the spirit of this season is supposed to be about.