Since 1986, I've learned countless lessons about being a stepparent. Please take a little time to read through this guide. Of course, there is no way to cover all the lessons learned, so I selected what I felt were the critical ones in the downfall of my relationship with my stepdaughter. See if these parallel your experiences. Do not live your life believing it's all your fault.
Truth is, it's the nature of the beast .
Don't let the stepchild push you away from the person you love. Remember, consciously or subconsciously, this is typically the ultimate goal of the child. The first part of this guide is a light-hearted look at the life of stepparenting. The last section, however, I would like you to read in a much more serious frame of mind. What I have provided to you in this booklet may save your sanity, your marriage and, believe it or not, the life of your stepchild.