That gives him a sense of security. The film shows Ben's struggle with this issue. As this film points out, even the best meaning stepparents walk into a situation fraught with difficult adjustments for themselves and for the children. One problem is winning the trust of a child who is dealing with his parents' divorce. It is no wonder that a child who feels betrayed by a parent who leaves is reluctant to trust a newcomer in his life.
Nothing is perfect.
This film acknowledges stepchildren's feelings and gives them the message that being part of a stepfamily can be a good thing. It is an entertaining comedy that deals with issues facing many children in our society. Families of divorce can use this film to help children talk about their feelings. Although every effort is made to present accurate information, security is imperfect and unintended errors or mischievous material may be present. Please alert the Webmaster to anything that seems wrong.