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“In the fourteen years that my wife Beverly and I have known Laura Petherbridge we have witnessed her compassion for those in the midst of separation or divorce. When ‘I Do’ Becomes ‘I Don’t’ offers sound wisdom for the complex financial issues associated with divorce, as well as helpful insights on a variety of other topics. I highly recommend this resource for pastors, leaders, and individuals.
Howard Dayton
Cofounder of Crown Financial Ministries
I’m glad Laura Petherbridge wrote this book. She has carefully catalogued many of the big questions related to separation and divorce and organized them into an easy-to-read and very usable guide to surviving and healing. Follow Laura’s advice. She’s pointing you to the kind of healing and recovery that many people never find after divorce.”
Steve Grissom
Founder and
President of DivorceCare
Laura has taken the pain of her past and used it for personal growth. Her inspiring story made me cry, laugh, but most importantly, challenged me to move forward in faith; knowing that God will take the worst things in my life and use them for His good! I highly recommend her book to anyone who is seeking to GROW through his or her separation or divorce.
Tom Whiteman, PhD
President and Founder of Fresh Start Seminars
Do you have questions about your divorce—why it happened? How to overcome the anger or pain? What to do about the behavior of your exspouse? You have questions—Laura has answers.”
Dick Purnell
Author and Founder of Single Life Resources, A Division of Campus Crusade For Christ
“When ‘I Do’ Becomes ‘I Don’t’ is a much-needed resource in today’s world and provides a lifeline to people in pain and a way back to hope.”
Pam Farrel
Author and Speaker
“When ‘I Do’ Becomes ‘I Don’t’ provides practical wisdom from a seasoned divorce recovery expert. Laura’s easy-to-follow question and answer format, plus an informative lists of Dos and Don’ts, reveals the real-life issues surrounding separation and divorce. Her beautiful devotional prayers at the end of each chapter will provide comfort for any reader.”
Joseph Warren Kniskern, Esq.Attorney, Family Mediator, and Author of When The Vow Breaks Making A NEW Vow
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The Smart Stepmom; Practical Steps to Help You Thrive
Today’s stepmom often doesn’t know where to turn for help. Let stepfamily expert Ron Deal and experienced stepmom Laura Petherbridge show you how to survive and thrive as a stepmom, including:
• How to be a positive influence on children who are torn between loyalty to their biological mom and to you.
• What to do when you feel ostracized, rejected, or lonely.
• When and how to step back during conflict and let your husband take the lead.
• How to handle holidays, adult stepchildren, between-home communication, and much more.
Here is the hope, encouragement, and practical information that you need for the stepmom journey.
What others say:
“The Smart Stepmom is excellent!! As a stepmom myself, I’m thrilled to find a solid resource that tackles the complex and multifaceted issues associated with being a stepmom. With compassion, wisdom, and practical advice Ron Deal and Laura Petherbridge provide what today’s stepmom needs for stepfamily success. “
Kim Alexis,
Supermodel, Speaker and Author
Finally a resource that is realistic and practical for stepmoms. I highly recommend this book.”
Dr. Gary D. Chapman
Author, The Five Love Languages
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When "I Do"
Becomes "I Don't"
One of the only Christian books to offer practical answers to questions about divorce, When "I Do" Becomes "I Don't" addresses questions readers going through this need answered, like:
- How do I find where I belong when I no longer know my identity?
- If my spouse asks for forgiveness, should I go back?
- If I get an attorney, will my spouse think I'm giving up on our marriage forever?
- How do I figure out a budget on my own?
- What should I do when others criticize my ex-spouse in front of my kids?
- How will I know when it's a good time to date again?
- Will I ever be happy again?
With straightforward, sensitive answers to these questions and others, Petherbridge offers real-life help, spiritual insights, and new hope for the future.
Includes reflection and discussion questions after each chapter and guidelines for those who love someone who is getting a divorce.
- Paperback: 240 pages
- Publisher: David C. Cook (June 20, 2008)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1434768767
- ISBN-13: 978-1434768766
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What are others saying about Laura's books?
This book is excellent! Laura’s ability to answer the complex questions associated with separation and divorce with nonjudgmental biblical insight is admirable. Anyone coping with separation or divorce will benefit from her helpful and encouraging approach.
Gigi Graham
Author and Speaker
“Laura Petherbridge captures the thoughts, questions, and unique difficulties associated with separation and divorce in her book When ‘I Do’ Becomes ‘I Don’t’ Her empathy encourages and her insight helps to navigate the rocky path of relational conflict. I know from personal experience how lonely and difficult the process of separation and divorce can be and that’s why I highly recommend this resource for anyone in similar circumstances.”
Kim Hill
Dove award-winning Recording Artist, Worship Leader, and Author
With great empathy and an insight born of personal experience, Laura Petherbridge’s book provides sensitive and practical help for those facing or recovering from the tragedy and trauma of divorce. I particularly valued the use of a question and answer format as a way of providing essential information without a lot of clutter for the vexing questions confronting hurting people.
Archibald D. Hart PhD FPPR.
Senior Professor of Psychology and Dean Emeritus of the Graduate School of Psychology, Fuller Theological Seminary.
“When ‘I Do’ Becomes ‘I Don’t’ is a wise and practical guide to navigating the rapids of divorce country. With personal insight and guidance, Laura will help the reader to make wise and positive choices that will enable him or her to rebuild their life in the land beyond divorce. She opens a window of hope for every reader and applies spiritual direction to this new journey.
Jim Smoke
Speaker, Life Coach, and Author of Growing Through Divorce
“The divorce experience is filled with lots of questions and Laura has answers. Like a comforting conversation over coffee with a trusted friend, this book will help get you through—and beyond—divorce.”
Ron L. Deal
President of Successful Stepfamilies and Suthor of The Smart Stepfamily
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“I appreciate the wisdom on Laura’s CDs. Each time I listen, I pick up something different.” - Rob, 49, Ohio
“While driving I was listening to Laura’s ‘Who’s Your Daddy’ message. It was so powerful that I had to pull off the road to listen more intently.” - Sheryl, 38, Georgia
“Laura’s CDs have been a blessing for me. Step-by-step I’m moving into God’s wisdom and guidance.” - Deb, 31, Florida |
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