There are no overnight stays with either of us, and my family has become sidelined. Acrimonious proceedings followed, with my son accused of sexual and physical mistreatment, and the maternal grandparents became my grandson’s guardians. Happily, for once, they have included grandparents in a child’s care, though unfortunately not from your side of the family. Bide your time, be your grandson’s rock and you’ll make yourself a magnet to him in the process. Four years ago my now ex-daughter-in-law left the marital home with no prior warning, taking their son with her.

Source: The Guardian July 24, 2016 05:00 UTC