Problem: Article: You might have moved out of the house. However, as you await your custody hearing, you need to stay in regular contact with the children. Try to visit as often as you can. Keep detailed notes about your contact. For example, you should keep a journal in which you write down the dates and times that you visited or called. If you are away for work, then document that as well. You should have a reason if you can't see your children regularly. You don't want your children injured when they visit you. Furthermore, you want to show the judge that you keep a safe home. Make sure to address any obvious hazards, such as loose stairs or exposed wires. Also make sure your home is clean and neat. Also keep dangerous products out of the reach of your children. Lock up any firearms and ammunition, and keep chemicals or prescription drugs in cabinets. As part of the custody dispute, the judge might order that you undergo a custody evaluation. The social worker who handles the evaluation might visit your home, so you should address any problems quickly. You should imagine that the judge is standing right beside you at all times. If you show anger, you can expect the other parent to tell the judge. For this reason, you should control your anger at all times. This might be very difficult, particularly if your separation was emotionally painful. Nevertheless, try to come up with strategies for minimizing your contact with the other parent. For example, if you have visitation, then agree to pick up the children from school and drop them back off at school. In this way, you can avoid seeing the other parent. Judges want children to maintain good relationships with both parents. For this reason, they will not reward you if you try and turn the children against the other parent. Avoid saying anything negative about the other parent. If your children start talking about their other parent, listen quietly. You aren't required to respond. Also don't try to keep your children from the other parent. If your children are living with you, then make all hand-offs for visitation on time. The judge will be unhappy if you make it difficult for the other parent to see their children. You can expect your children to tell the other parent anything you tell them. For this reason, you probably shouldn't tell the children that you lost your job or that your new boyfriend just got arrested. In fact, you might want to limit your children's contact with any new romantic partner. There is no reason to drag this new person into the custody dispute. Your lawyer wants what is best for you. Accordingly, you should always listen to what he or she says. If your lawyer recommends that you do something, then ask questions if you don't understand why. But try to follow your lawyer's recommendations.
Summary: Stay in constant contact with your children. Maintain a safe home. Avoid showing anger. Don't badmouth the other parent to your children. Watch what you tell your children. Listen to your lawyer.

Problem: Article: It can be helpful to let a good friend or family member know what you're going through and ask for support. If you've stayed silent through your struggles, now is the time to open up. Talking to someone can give you a sense of relief and help you relieve stress. Find someone who's a good listener and let them know what's happening in your life. It's up to you what you want to say. If you need to let it all out, do so. If there are things you are not ready to talk about, that's okay, too. You may want to consider different treatment options depending on what your struggle is. For example, if you struggle with drugs, consider inpatient, outpatient, and residential care and/or detoxification. Getting treatment can help you start the path to recovery. Consider speaking with your family and your general practitioner about what treatment may be best for you. If you feel like you have no idea where to start, you might consider seeing a therapist. Create goals together and address what is most important for you to make a change. If you struggle with substance abuse, consider seeing a therapist who specializes in treating addiction. They can help you cope with cravings or stressors that increase your likelihood of using. If you struggle with anxiety, depression, or another mental disorder, talk to your therapist about treating this, too. Sometimes 'toughing it out' can cause more problems and affect you over the long-term. If you've tried to work through your mental health problems and have struggled time and again, it may be time to try medications. Medication can help to treat symptoms associated with problems like depression, anxiety, and ADHD. If you start medication, recognize that they may take a few weeks to kick in. Be patient and communicate with your prescriber about any side-effects or negative changes you notice. If you're struggling with a problem, it can be helpful to join a support group. Especially if you feel isolated and alone, a support group is a great way to join others who get it and have 'been there.' Whether you suffer from an illness, addiction, mental health disorder, or have endured difficult circumstances, there's likely a support group for you. Join a support group to share your experiences, get advice, and talk honestly about your feelings.
Summary: Talk to a good friend. Get treatment. See a therapist. Obtain medication. Go to a support group.

Problem: Article: From here, purl one stitch. Work slowly if you're new to purling to avoid screwing up the pattern. You'll have to move the thread again when you finish purling. You can move the thread from the left to the right side, passing it behind the bare needle.
Summary:
Purl one stitch.