I have always had custody of both of my children. My ex has not ever been involved much. His new wife...whom he had a baby with 9 months after our divorce which caused her own divorce...has decided to pay for a custody battle over my oldest child. In the past 6 months, my relationship with my son has deteriorated. We used to be so close! My ex adopted him (step-parent adoption) when we were married but he never bonded with my son or our daughter (biologically his).
My son is bi-polar and takes prescribed medication for his diagnosis. My ex has had temporary custody for the past 6 months. Our final hearing was last week and before a judge that is known to be extremely father friendly. I am mom. Ex only wants my son...not our daughter. This case has ripped my family apart. I presented tons of evidence including medical records. I presented pharmacy records proving ex hasn't even been filling my son's scripts. This is VERY dangerous for my son. Ex has also denied several visitations in the past 6 months. Another judge ordered him to unblock my number from my son's phone just this past April. Unfortunately, ex and his wife seeking custody of my son has nothing to do with my son's best interest and everything to do with being spiteful.
I'm scared. I'm scared I'm going to lose my son. Not just by a legal paper but also to my ex's attempts at alienation. I'm scared my son's mental diagnosis will not be treated. I'm scared my son won't even graduate high school. My ex's step-daughter..who lives in their home is already 3 years behind in school and she is only in 6th grade.
What if this judge doesn't see the truth? The judge told both sides to submit a Final Order and he will choose which one to sign after reviewing all the evidence.
I'm seeking prayers! I'm praying the judge sees the truth and places my son back into my care. The law in my state allows a child to choose at a certain age IF it's in their best interest. Of course my son wants to live with ex and get all he has been promised. He wants the most lenient parent but that is not in his best interest. My son has been manipulated by my ex and his wife with their sudden interest in him. I pray they stop all their spiteful behavior so we can all get along for the sake of both of my children. This constant turmoil isn't good for anyone. Prayers are very much appreciated. I submitted a Final Order yesterday and the judge will be signing one this week. Please pray!

Dear Heavenly Father, I ask that you bless this child and help him. Open his father's heart so that he realizes that his son needs both his parents. Influence him so he does right by his child. I ask humbly in Jesus name, AMen!