I have been divorced 7 years, maybe 8, I lost count. 3 weeks ago I got two puppies. There is void I need to fill and they have done it. My adult kids have come to my house to meet them. We had fun because it reminded us of our 1st pair of dogs 15 years ago. I send a picture of the kids and pups to my EX. She and I have exchanged a few other texts over the last couple months about nothing important. She asked to come and see the pups. I thought about it and said yes. My goal here is to normalize being around her and the kids so in future events it will not be horrible and awkward. I might have 2 marriages to attend, there could be grandchildren and birthday parties.

What I need to know is how did your first event with your EX go after the divorce and things had cooled down. Anyone willing to share?