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So, they didn't exactly blame it on falling away from each other. It seemed like they saw it as Jon's problem. Then, the phrase that wouldn't stop—for the kids. Just doing this for the kids...in this for the kids...I'll stay for the kids. I fear what for the kids means and hope that it doesn't end like so many for the kids stories.

At the same time, marriages are saved because parents initially stay in them for the kids. It is not a bad reason unless it remains the only reason; besides, what an awful position to put kids in! However, when the decision becomes based on what they want and need for their marriage, they'll do the greatest act they can do for the kids.

Blah, blah, blah... Enough moralizing for one blog. I felt silly the other day when I thought waterboarding was a new sport I did not know about, but really wanted to try. I think I understand what all the fuss is about now.