First, I'd like to say that I'm an idiot because I read the word "Duped" as "du-ped" (like "stupid"). I'm not really sure my I'm admitting this, but it's been one of those days. I had to laugh at myself.

Second, I guess you could say "Blog Cadreans", but I suppose you could also just call us "Cadre". Anybody else have any suggestions?

Lastly, this is a very tough subject because there are strong emotions and kids (especially the much older kids) involved. For the wives and courts to expect full child support from the non-biological fathers seems unfair, although, I would think it's jerkish of the non-biological fathers to disconnect with the kids completely. I would hope that the non-biological fathers would still want a relationship (emotionally and financially) with the kids despite the deceitful moms. Sure the moms were poopy heads, but the kids don't have to suffer. Although the non-biological fathers aren't blood-related, their kids still consider them their dads. Imagine the biological fathers' reactions after so many years.

I don't know, Michelle. All I can say is that this is a no-win situation and the kids are the innocent bystanders. This is just messy.

Justin and I call it "Cadre" (Caaa-derr, not as it's really pronounced. That's just me making stuff up).

As for this subject: It's interesting how courts are finally thinking through each individually and not go with current laws. However, there should be a seperation between financial support and emotional support. I would hope the father would continue the relationship without the finiancial responsibility. That seems fair.

But our world is complicated and ugly sometimes. Just look at Brittany Spears--complicated and ugly. :) She might have this very problem. Her kids are too cute to be K-fed's (aka. burger flipping rapper--loved that ad!).