Hi, I’m reaching out from across the pond, and I wanted to share some insights regarding divorce issues. I have a child starting school this year, and the school only allows vehicle transportation for drop-off and pick-up.
I’m proposing the following custody schedule to my ex:
- *Week 1*: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday
- *Week 2*: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday
It costs $150 to file with the court here, and I will be paying another $150 to ensure the documents are filled out correctly, so I plan to start that process in September. For now, I have a loose custody schedule in hopes that my ex will agree and cooperate.
My main concern is the school drop-off and pick-up. My ex hasn’t shared her work schedule with me, and I have no idea when she is working. If we both have to work the same day and my ex has the children, that could prevent my child from attending school. I’m considering keeping my child an extra night and having a family member drop them off at school. This way, my ex will have to inform me of her work status. If she isn't working, she can pick up our child from school. If she is working, she’ll need to let me know, so my family member can pick the child up, and then my ex can retrieve the children after work.
I could drop off my youngest child the evening before my ex's scheduled time, but I’m hesitant because I’m not comfortable with her family member watching my child if my ex is at work.
If my ex were more cooperative, I would prefer a week-on, week-off arrangement. I would also be more inclined to agree to this schedule if she could guarantee that the children wouldn’t experience any physical punishment, be exposed to sexual or violent movies or shows, or be subjected to swearing.
Do you have any insights or advice on this situation?