The relationship between a father and his son is something special that is much needed for a well balanced childhood on the child’s side and a source of great comfort and happiness for the father. The bond, once cemented, will last their whole lives and provide the son all he will need to be able to bond with his own children when he grows up. A father and son’s relationship is something that is built up over time and by spending a lot of time on activities together. This is because the home is usually under the purview of the mother and she has the final say on all things done at or around the home. This is where father-son outdoor activities come into the picture. These activities are almost always conducive for frank and open conversations.

A divorce can be a very tough time for a family, whether or not there are any children. There is always a sense of hurt feelings and regrets on both sides and sometimes negative tendencies can rear up due to emotions. What can really make the whole process of divorce tricky is if there is a minor child involved. If a minor is not involved then all that is needed to finalize a divorce is what is officially known as “dissolution of marriage.” The dissolution of marriage requires consent from both parties on two basic matters, namely the reason for the decision to go ahead with a divorce and the division of assets. The first is usually a triviality, with most courts accepting the simple reason, ‘irreconcilable differences’.

Issue: Whether a Former Husband’s inheritance annuities, which he is not currently receiving any monies from, can be considered in determining his “income” and ability to pay alimony.


Irreconcilable differences occur when a married couple finds it very hard to communicate in any reasonable manner, leading to a complete breakdown in communications. There can be many reasons for one half of the couple or even both of them feeling that way. It is not necessary to state your reasons; just stating that since there are “irreconcilable differences” is enough. In such a scenario even discussing the details of the impending divorce and the subsequent discussion of the marital properties and other assets as well as any custody issues often becomes impossible.

When you are negotiating terms for divorce it is necessary to hire a good lawyer who can articulate your case and needs in front of a judge convincingly. In Florida, depending on how you file your divorce suit, the terms can be decided by yourselves with the help of a qualified mediator, or can be decided by a judge. Deciding on the visitation plans, which means deciding how, when and where the child or children of the divorcing couple will spend time with the parent who doesn’t have physical custody of them is a very delicate matter, fraught with great potential for long term emotional complications for the children.