The mother decided she wanted out of the marriage. She moved to another state with another woman - they have a "relationship". That is a lifestyle choice. Would the kids be better with the mother? Apparently the mother didn't think so - - she chose to leave them with their very loving, caring father.

I am shocked at the attack on Dan. Obviously I don't agree witht he poster who thinks children need to be with the mother..... some women are mothers, others may just give birth. It is NOT the same thing.