:? I'm new to this site, but I have read quite a few stories and it all sounds very familiar. I have been the custodial parent to my SD ever since she turned 1. She will be 10 this Tuesday. She goes to her BM 3 weekends a month and we rotate weeks during the summer. This summer has been extra taxing. My SD has always loved her BM and has really begged for her to pay more attention, which usually ends up with tears and heartache.