SS17 is out of the picture. Maybe for good. He can't live by our rules so he's with BM who has no rules. SHe lets a punk kid stay out all night, drink, smoke weed and even bought him a new car. Life at my house is wonderful. At the beginning of the summer, I dreaded the thoughts of having SS here at all...we were threatened that he would be spending the summer with us and the mere thought of that gave me diarrhea - almost.

DH finally admits SS17 has a drug and alcohol problem and is in dire need of professional help. He mentioned this to BM in a text message and completely disagreed...even though she calls/texts semi regularly to complain about his issues that go on and on and on.

So, DH wrote an official email and cc'd our lawyer on it asking her to "be on board" with what's best for SS17.

So after having it OUT with my DH regarding his pothead son, I think DH is finally starting to see what a disappointment his son is. He realizes that his son lies about anything and everything and that he can't be trusted...ever. I've been saying this for years, but then it was a bunch of shit and I was only attacking DH and his parenting style. Now DH and I have an appt w// a therapist who specializes in "step stuff" and right off the bat, she said...oh stepmoms have such a hard time. I hope this is a good fit. I feel a little more hopeful that help is on the way. Wish me luck!

I was doing some mental math and I realized my SS17 will be 18 in only 7 more months. Which means he can do whatever he wants when it comes to visiting. No more EOWE B.S....but it also means he can just come over, stay, eat dinner...this isn't ever going to end is it? Basically I'm stuck with him FOREVER.