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Thursday, June 14, 2012

4 Things That Make My Spouse An Amazing Stepfather

SPECIAL FROM BetterAfter50

Steps go up and steps go down. Some risers are higher than others. So the metaphor for a second marriage mate, a step-dad can go either way. Up or Down. Here's what we've learned over the past three years.

My kids love their stepdad. I honestly think my husband Bill's success as an amazing stepdad is instructive for all those second marriages; there are some fundamental elements at play here that just seem to work. Of course the kids, the issues, the environment surrounding Bill's entry into our family are unique -- everyone's got their own "complicated" situation -- but I believe there are a few teachable or shareable elements that could help any new family on their way to blending with success.

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