PROTECTING YOUR KIDS’ FUTURE IN A RELOCATION BATTLE WHEN MOVING MEANS MORE THAN A CHANGE OF ADDRESS
In the Sunshine State, packing up and relocating the kids after a divorce isn’t as simple as it may sound. Florida law puts serious guardrails on moves over 50 miles, requiring a rock-solid reason that puts the kids’ best interests front and center. You cannot leave the area unless you have permission from the other parent or ask the court to grant your request. If you are leaving a toxic or abusive relationship, and moving would provide a safer setting for you and your children, you can prove to the court that relocating is the right option for everyone. EFFECT ON PARENTAL ACCESS One factor the judge will evaluate in your relocation request is how the move could impact the child’s relationship with the other parent or family members. They will examine what the relationship is like now, including whether a history of domestic violence or abuse exists. They will also consider whether you have a plan or means for family members to visit the children in their new home, like reliable transportation or an updated parenting plan. A MOVE WITH PURPOSE The court wants to see that this significant change has a purpose, one that will create a more stable environment for your family. If you are moving for a better job opportunity, to pursue greater education, or to be closer to your support network, like family and friends, those reasons will hold more weight than simply wanting a lifestyle change.
QUALITY OF LIFE When it comes down to it, the most crucial consideration is the quality of life for your children in your new home. The judge seeks reassurance that the kids will have a quality school, a safe neighborhood, and a chance to grow in this proposed setting. The child’s age and specific needs will also play a role in determining whether they are emotionally stable enough for such a significant change. Remember, it’s not just about a change of setting. It’s about making the best move for your children’s futures. If you can demonstrate that a relocation will benefit your child’s safety, relationships, and quality of life, the court is more likely to approve the change.
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STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE ICE CREAM BARS
Ingredients •
1 pt strawberry ice cream 1/4 cup strawberry preserves
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1 5.25-oz package crispy sugar cookies
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1 0.8-oz package freeze-dried strawberries
1 pt vanilla ice cream
Directions 1. Stir strawberry ice cream in a large bowl until spreadable. Fold in preserves until evenly streaked throughout. 2. Stir vanilla ice cream in a separate large bowl until spreadable. 3. Spoon 1 1/2 tbsp of the strawberry mixture into the bottom of 8 (1/3-cup) popsicle molds. Spoon 1 1/2 tbsp of the vanilla mixture on top of the strawberry mixture into the molds. Repeat, alternating the 2 mixtures, until each mold is full. 4. Place sticks into the popsicles and freeze until solid, 4–6 hours. 5. In a large zip-lock bag, crush sugar cookies with a rolling pin until pieces are rice-size; pour into a shallow dish. 6. Repeat with freeze-dried strawberries and stir the pieces together. 7. Run the ice cream molds under warm water to wiggle popsicles out. 8. Coat bars evenly with cookie mixture. 9. Eat immediately or place on a cookie sheet and freeze.
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