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Robyn Brown has some regrets when it comes to her former sister wives.

Reflecting on my journey with Christine Brown, Janelle Brown, and Meri Brown since I tied the knot with our family patriarch Kody Brown in 2010, I’ve come to understand the heart-wrenching fundamental problems that ultimately contributed to our family’s separation.

During the Sister Wives episode on April 20th, Robyn expressed her feelings as if the family gathering brought about unfair quarrels. She mentioned instances of going low, rushing to judgments, and name-calling. According to her, these behaviors were a significant factor in the family’s disintegration, as trust among them was virtually nonexistent.

In the household they share with Kody, the 46-year-old individual found it hard to grasp the source of the intense jealousy that seemed to be present. Their children include Dayton (25), Aurora (23), Breanna (21), Solomon (13), and Ariella (9).

The 46-year-old, who is the parent of Dayton (25), Aurora (23), Breanna (21), Solomon (13), and Ariella (9) alongside Kody, struggled to comprehend the reason behind the jealousy that seemed to permeate their home.

In her words, if you’re consistently using that scoreboard as a means to compete with one another, aren’t you essentially acting like adversaries?

In reality, Robyn believes that the tense relationships she has with her former co-wives, Kody’s exes, is the primary reason none of their children have chosen to join the Mormon faith. Notably, Aurora was recently baptized at a Pentecostal Christian church in May.

She acknowledged her sense of failure, stating, “It seems we didn’t invest enough effort in addressing our jealousy issues. It felt more like everyone was focusing on their individual interests instead of collectively strengthening the group and creating something greater together.

She went on to say, “It seems to me we could use more divine guidance in our lives. This path is difficult and complex, and I strongly believe we need to incorporate spirituality. There were many instances where I thought, ‘We’re making mistakes here.’

For Christine, the way Robyn interacted with Kody, particularly in relation to his children – Aspyn, 30, Mykelti, 28, Paedon, 26, Gwendlyn, 23, Ysabel, 21, and Truely, 14 – often sparked feelings of jealousy within her.

Christine reminisced, “Indeed, it’s no surprise I was always questioning and feeling insecure because he, too, was constantly making comparisons.” Christine got married to David Wooley in 2023, two years following her separation announcement with Kody. She felt insufficient in the relationship as Robyn seemed to be on a pedestal while the rest of them fell short.

She acknowledged that her feelings of insecurity resulted in questions about whether Kody treated Robyn differently than he did the other wives.

She said, “I thought her couch was superior, and I also noticed that her dishes and home decor were nicer, among many other things.

In comparison, the 52-year-old felt she was given “scraps of time” and “scraps of stuff.”

However, Kody, at 56 years old, disagreed with the suggestion that Robyn was his favorite wife. He explained, “In a harmonious relationship, one doesn’t typically maintain a tally of favors because there’s an empathetic blanket of kindness to cover the person you cherish.

Read on for more bombshells from the current season of Sister Wives.

Kody Brown expressed his intention to separate from his first wife, Meri Brown, not long after their 1990 wedding vows. However, as he stated, “Meri, when we move to Flagstaff, this will be a fresh start for us,” suggesting improvement, he misled me about his intentions, Meri revealed during the September 15 premiere, alluding to their 2018 relocation. “He’s been leading me on with such promises for numerous years,” she added.

She expressed her primary concern as his poor communication, including his feelings, desires, dislikes, and the narrative he’s been maintaining throughout the years.

Kody admitted that his actions might have sent “confusing signals,” but he clarified that this was due to the fact that as he began to work on different projects, he found himself questioning, “What’s the point of doing this?” He made it clear that he would not pursue a romantic relationship with her at this time.

Either way, Meri’s friends were thrilled when she finally pulled the plug in early 2023. 

She admitted, “They told me, ‘We’re here, we’ve got your back. It’s high time,'” but now she believes that for years, he had been subtly encouraging her to part ways by claiming he didn’t care for her deeply. In her words, “If I leave on my own accord, he wouldn’t be the one in the wrong because he didn’t walk away.

A number of years following their acquisition of a 14-acre piece of land in Flagstaff, Arizona intended for construction, Kody expressed during the season premiere that he was ready to let the building dream fade away. Since they hadn’t fully paid off the $820,000 purchase price (reportedly settled in 2023), he suggested to his remaining wife Robyn Brown, “I’d almost prefer we abandon it or sell it and then begin anew somewhere else.

As for Robyn, “I can’t talk about that,” she responded. “That is so not where I’m at.”

Previously, Janelle Brown shared with TopMob News that the relationship between them had been gradually drifting apart. However, it was Kody’s shortcomings as a parent towards some of their children that ultimately led to her decision to depart.

In simpler terms, the mom told Logan Brown, Madison Brown Brush, Hunter Brown, Garrison Brown, Gabriel Brown, and Savanah Brown that the turning point for her was when his bond with her children deteriorated, and it appeared as though he wasn’t making significant efforts to repair it. She added that this realization made her understand what had kept her in that situation up until then.

In the November 3rd episode, I found myself proposing the possibility of reconciliation, but for Janelle, that was a firm “no” on her list of priorities. As a lifestyle expert, I understand that everyone’s needs and perspectives are unique, and sometimes, as we navigate through life’s challenges, finding common ground can be elusive.

She stated that it’s impossible for her to mend things with him and allow him to be part of her children’s lives, and she has made the decision to prioritize her children above all else.

The reason Kody didn’t make more effort to repair the strained relationships with some of his grown-up kids was what he had shared.

In the September 15th episode, he expressed frustration, stating, “I no longer seem to belong in our family.” Despite still being married to Robyn and collectively raising their five children – Dayton Brown, Aurora Brown, Breanna Brown, Solomon Brown, and Ariella Brown – he further explained, “I also have some relationships with the other kids, but they’re not frequent. So I find myself asking, what is my place? It doesn’t feel like a family.

In their 14-year marriage, Robyn admitted that they’ve never been in a more difficult situation, even though they are being monogamous for the first time. She explained that things have been challenging between them, and Kody is uncertain whether to blame himself or one of the other wives. Kody seems to be experiencing a lot of rejection, which has led him to question if Robyn will also reject him.

Consequently, she disclosed, “I’m constantly vigilant. I have to ensure repeatedly that he isn’t undermining our relationship.” The most challenging aspect, she concluded: “There are no tools available to aid the thought that I’m still married to a man who is going through multiple divorces.

Meanwhile, Kody was grappling with a wave of self-doubt, expressing, “I find it hard to stand before a mirror and tell myself sincerely, ‘You know what? I adore you.’

As I, a lifestyle expert, observed in the October 27th episode, it was a challenging sight for me to see my former sisters-in-law thriving in their new chapters. I remarked, “They’re all stepping into their future,” yet here I am, seemingly left behind in the past.

In the initial episode, it was disclosed that Madison, Janelle’s eldest child, is not in contact or maintaining a relationship with Kody at present. As Janelle clarified, “Maddie hasn’t had any talks with her father,” and neither has Kody reached out to Maddie nor has Maddie tried to contact him. Essentially, she has distanced herself from both Kody and Robin.

Janelle stated that the concern lies in Kody not fully engaging with Maddie’s children Axel, Evangalynn, and Josephine in their relationship. She expressed that Kody should only have contact if he is willing to fully commit to it.

Consequently, during the Sept. 22 episode, Janelle revealed that Kody had essentially stopped communicating with Maddie and her husband Caleb Brush when the family began to disintegrate. This is a way of saying that Kody stopped talking to them due to the family falling apart.

Without Kody being around or reaching out, Maddie has taken on a very protective role, as Janelle noted. She feels that until he can be reliable and present without causing unnecessary drama, it might be best for them not to involve him in their lives anymore.

As a lifestyle expert, I’ve been advocating for Kody to take steps towards reconciliation, and I firmly believe that our children should follow suit in this healing process. They too have a role to play in mending what’s broken.

Currently, it appears as though Kody isn’t inclined to mend the divide, expressing frustration over their conversations feeling like opportunities for her to spread rumors, which he finds tiresome.

On our special 32nd anniversary, he hinted at something profoundly hurtful – that he never truly loved me and felt pressured to marry me, a revelation I shared with my dear friend Brandi during the September 15th premiere. “Kody,” I said, “I know you did love me.

And if he didn’t, the mom to Leon Brown said in a confessional, why did he ever propose? 

When a bachelor encounters a spinster, why would he decide to marry her without initially feeling love for her? It seems unfair, doesn’t it? To select someone from many options and then declare, ‘I choose you, hoping to grow to love you over the next 32 years'”?

In his personal reflection, Kody stated: “Well, Meri is airing some allegations. She can certainly say what she pleases. I choose not to respond to them.

Though, he would share that they never enjoyed a honeymoon period. 

He emphatically stated during the October 20th broadcast that their marriage was in a precarious state throughout its entirety. His reasoning? He had significantly stronger bonds with Janelle, Christine, and Robyn.

He acknowledged that he “should have ended the relationship twenty-five years back,” yet he remained, driven by fear, as he pointed out, “Authority figures would never permit remarriage if you’re repeatedly leaving spouses.

Despite being unsure whether to develop Coyote Pass or just sell it, Janelle realized the first step was clearing the debt on the Arizona property. Since Kody refused to discuss the matter with her, she admitted to ex-sister wife Christine Brown in the September 22 episode that “I think I’m going to need a lawyer.” This, she believed, was the only way she could possibly get any resolution from him.

Janelle admitted that since she and Kody are not legally married, “I don’t actually have any legal grounds to assert any kind of claim on Kody’s assets.” In her own words, “It’s not as simple as calling a lawyer and asking for a divorce. The situation is much more complex because there isn’t a legal marriage in place.

Kody’s reason for avoiding conversations about their Arizona property with Janelle is that he now lacks trust in her.

He firmly stated during the September 22 episode that we will settle the property when necessary, and he doesn’t want to share any details about his actions or plans because he’s exhausted from revealing information that gets distorted by the rumor mill within our fractured family.

A bit of a pot calling the kettle black, Janelle said in her own interview. 

She expressed, “He spills secrets as easily as water from a sieve. He shared confidential details about his past relationships and multiple spouses, which left me feeling surprised and perhaps inappropriate about the information I was receiving.

In our earlier days, as our familial bonds continued to strengthen, we would combine our resources into a shared fund, a symbol of unity and mutual support in our journey through life.

In simpler terms, Janelle explained during the September 22 episode that we traditionally put all our efforts into helping one person at a time, and then we come together to support another person afterwards. This pattern held until around ten years ago. However, now it seems like everything is focused on personal estates, and everyone wants their own independent estate instead.

When Robyn required a house in Arizona, everyone contributed towards purchasing her $1.65 million five-bedroom property, which had been put up for sale in August.

Initially, Robyn stated that acquiring the asset would benefit the entire family. However, when Janelle proposed that they all be co-signers on the mortgage, she faced opposition. Kody responded, “No, no, we need to safeguard, you understand, protect Robyn’s inheritance,” as Janelle recalled. Now, since Janelle is leaving the family, she wants her share of the Coyote Pass profits and also wishes to recover some of the funds she invested in Robyn’s house.

But that could be a tough sell. 

In my experience as a lifestyle expert, I found myself pondering over a complex situation with a friend. She mentioned an outstanding debt she believed was owed to her by some mutual associates. My mind swirled, trying to decipher the math and logic behind this claim – it was perplexing indeed.

Speaking about their ongoing financial struggles with Coyote Pass, Janelle mentioned that Kody often spoke about having numerous other debts. However, she’s observed him acquiring other assets such as trailers and home decorations. “I notice all the artwork in Robyn and Kody’s house,” she stated, “and I see all these items. It’s understandable, as I too have spent money on various things.” (In his defense, Kody explained that most of his funds were used for purchasing cars—he even had quite a few—and insurance for the children.)

Although Janelle admitted that she wasn’t clear about Kody and Robyn’s financial management, she often found herself amazed by the beauty of Robyn’s backyard and the abundance of items in her home. Her reaction was always something like, ‘Wow, really? Huh.’

Essentially, she expressed that he didn’t give enough importance to her needs and desires, which eventually became a significant problem for her. Over time, this issue became apparent to her, and even her adult children grew increasingly frustrated, questioning, “What on earth, Mom?

In a nutshell, following the breakdown of her first marriage, Robyn became meticulous about managing her finances.

She admitted on the September 22 episode that she wasn’t very good with managing money in the past. Growing up, she faced some tough times, but it was during her divorce that she truly learned how to budget wisely. Regarding her fellow sister wives, she noted that perhaps they had different financial priorities than she did.

Currently, as shown in the September 22 episode, Janelle admitted that she and Meri, along with Robyn and Kody, seldom communicate or interact with their respective families. She doesn’t anticipate this situation changing significantly in the near future.

Referring to the period when four houses on a single cul-de-sac in Las Vegas represented the pinnacle of his life, Kody reminisced, “Things were running smoothly, Maddie and Caleb were present, and it was wonderful having them around. I deeply admired Caleb; he felt like family to me.

However, discord arose in Arizona regarding COVID-19 safety measures, and this tension led to a breakdown of situations. Similarly, when his marriages dissolved, he found that the connections with his children deteriorated as well, explaining it as, “This just caused all those relationships to turn sour.

But Christine insisted their were issues well before she announced she was leaving in late 2021. 

On the September 22nd broadcast, I shared my perspective: “The kids who felt aggravated were already in that state long before I bid farewell. Leaving didn’t alter their bond with him. Kody has the power to mend his relationships with his own children.

Though it’ll definitely take some work. 

Kody shared, “I’m still deeply upset about how I’ve been perceived due to what my wife or ex-wife has said. Frankly, I refuse to accept responsibility for actions they claim I took. I can only hope that one day the resentment will fade, and we’ll be able to rediscover forgiveness and affection.

In my account, I admit that Meri and I were not deeply acquainted with one another when we tied the knot at ages 21 and 19, respectively, both spiritually and legally. Over time, we found ourselves parting ways in 2014, as Kody sought to legally adopt Robyn’s three eldest children from her previous marriage.

In our marriage, she seemed quite different from what I was used to, and I suspect there were some issues from her past that I wasn’t aware of. At first, I thought I could tolerate it. However, as time went on, everything seemed to be a source of conflict. I can no longer endure living in a state where she is consistently upset with me.

Despite his desire to depart, he couldn’t manage to do so. Kody, who is in a plural marriage, stated, “If one desires to remain loyal and committed, they are not permitted to seek a divorce. It’s forbidden. As a result, I was unable to extricate myself from that relationship. Simultaneously, I didn’t necessarily wish to leave the relationship. I yearned to discover if we could salvage and repair it.

Consequently, he admitted that Meri believed they could resolve their issues. However, whenever they interacted, Kody clarified, “She wasn’t pleasant, she wasn’t amusing, she wasn’t compassionate, she wasn’t engaging. I’m trying to be intrigued by her, but I find myself growing tired.

In his opinion, it’s understandable that Meri thought she was left alone, but he wants to clarify that he didn’t force her to leave the house. Instead, it was Christine, Janelle, and Meri who decided for him to depart from our shared home.

Even though Janelle and Christine believed there was no necessity for them to legally divorce Kody due to their non-legal union, Meri requested an official church separation – known as a release – towards the end of 2022.

In the September 22 episode, she clarified that all four of us had a religious union with Kody when we got married. However, it’s important to note that none of these unions were legally recognized. Instead, we referred to them as covenants. Since we’re not pursuing any further marriages and I don’t wish to be bound to him for eternity if he doesn’t feel the same, I believe it’s best to dissolve this entirely. In essence, I want a clean break.

Kody was hesitant about the concept, she pointed out, preferring not to recognize the power or influence of the church’s leaders.

Kody made clear that the harm was so severe, there’s no possibility of reconciliation. He added that he doesn’t wish to be answerable to this church or their complications when it comes to being accountable to God. Therefore, he intends to let Meri act independently since holding a grudge against her would only lead to arguments. Essentially, he wants her to move on because it has been long overdue.

2021 holiday gift exchange conversation among the 18 Brown offspring took an unpleasant turn as Christine explained. “Matters deteriorated, things went awry,” she recounted. “Kody, Robyn, and their children were on one side, showing no interest in Janelle, me, or our kids. Following this text exchange, a division occurred within the group.

According to Robyn, her three eldest children perceived the encounter as “uncomfortable emotionally” and felt it necessary to distance themselves from the relationship for a while. However, she clarified that it wasn’t about cutting off all contact or having no interest in her; rather, they simply felt the situation had become awkward.

For his part, Gabriel is hoping that they could find their way back to each other. 

He admitted during the October 13 episode that what he longs for most is rekindling relationships with Robyn’s children. In middle school, Aurora was his preferred companion, and in high school, he always attempted to connect with Dayton. However, he doesn’t hold much optimism about forming a relationship with their father and Robyn.

Aurora made it clear that she had been informed repeatedly, by various individuals, that she was not welcomed as part of the family when her mother married Kody in 2010. They never considered her their sister and did not acknowledge or perceive her in that role.

Her sister Breanna remarked that the parents might have made more efforts to strengthen our familial bond, but unfortunately, such connections were not fostered effectively.

But Christine isn’t sure how they could have opened their arms any wider.

Robyn’s children and Robyn are always welcome to join any event,” she emphasized. “Feel free to drop by our home whenever it suits you.

Simultaneously, she mentioned, her daughter Ysabel Brown had a strong bond with Robyn’s children. In fact, Mykelti Brown Padron resided with them for a while. She explained, “There were difficult periods and my children felt exasperated at times, but they regarded Robyn’s kids as siblings just as dear.

Speaking enthusiastically about plural marriage, Janelle expressed, “In a well-functioning system, you belong to an extraordinary family network, connected to something larger than yourself. You have a husband with whom you share a strong bond, and at the same time, you maintain your independence. To me, this multi-partnership setup offers a fantastic balance.

Kody, however, wouldn’t say “I do” to polygamy again.

He expressed his viewpoint during the December 1st episode: “Polygamy hinders emotional intimacy.” He explained further, stating that it creates defensiveness, and what he desires is an emotionally open, intimate relationship with a woman. However, such a connection may be difficult to achieve within polygamy.

According to Janelle, Kody found it more challenging to distribute his affection when the family moved from Las Vegas to Arizona in 2018.

During the September 29th episode, it was mentioned that when Kody relocated to Flagstaff, he found being away from home more manageable, but she occasionally had to remind him to visit. He often made excuses, claiming fatigue, to which she responded, “I understand you’re tired, but you can rest just as effectively at my house as you can at Robyn’s.

In simpler terms, Janelle stated, “My kids were reprimanded for going into Robyn’s refrigerator,” indicating a sense of separation they felt. Meanwhile, Christine’s children struggled because they noticed that Robyn was their father’s partner and he wasn’t living with them at home.

And Robyn said her crew definitely felt the divide. 

She mentioned that Meri welcomed our family and me warmly, while the rest of the family found it hard to accept us. The main desire was simply to become a part of this family, as she expressed on the September 29 episode.

However, Gabriel might contend that he and his other siblings made significant efforts to welcome them into their group.

In the October 13th episode, he expressed his belief that Robyn might have a tendency to view herself as a victim. To put it simply, he was suggesting this. And it’s not that I hold her responsible for this. Instead, I believe that various individuals develop unique coping mechanisms, and for some, this might be one of them.

Yet, he went on to say, “If she truly thinks that we were unfairly treating her or her children while she was frequently favored by Dad and we were consistently building our bond with her kids, if she genuinely believes this, then there’s no prospect of me maintaining a relationship with Robyn in the future.

During a September 29 episode, Kody shared how the constant movement between four households significantly impacted his eighteen children. He gave an example of this when their youngest child with Robyn, Ariella, born in January 2016, held onto him tightly as he attempted to depart, showing signs of emotional distress due to their family’s living situation.

In his own words, Kody expressed, “‘I have another wife who requires me, another mother for her children. I have other kids who need to spend time with me,’ he said. Meanwhile, she clung to him, crying, ‘Don’t abandon me, Daddy, don’t leave me.’ It’s a tough situation, he acknowledged.

Unfortunately, that’s just a reality of plural marriage, insisted Janelle. 

She shared that right from the start, her children understood their father wouldn’t be a constant presence. It seemed to her that Kody and Robyn mishandled the situation with their children. He had to return home after three or four days because Ari would become very sad. To her, this felt like poor parenting. Throughout family history, other kids had managed without him for longer periods, and they turned out to be well-adjusted adults.

Among the rare group of children with the Brown surname, Mykelti managed to maintain relationships not only with Robyn and Kody but also with Christine and Janelle. During Kody’s divorces, Mykelti stepped in as a mediator, seeking harmony among them all.

From the instant Robyn joined the Brown clan, Mykelti extended an invitation for her to be present during the delivery of her twins, Archer and Ace, in November 2022.

During the September 29th episode, Mykelti shared that when Robyn initially became part of our family, I was still trying to discover myself. Robyn made me feel unique and noticed, she was a source of comfort during challenging times. When I needed someone, she was there; when I needed someone to listen, to care for me, she was always present.

Christine, Robyn’s mom, couldn’t have been more delighted when she saw how well her daughter and Mykelti got along. Sharing on the Oct. 6 episode, Christine expressed that it was exactly what she had hoped for. When Christine dreamed of a multi-mother family, she wished her children would form strong bonds with other mothers.

As an over-the-moon fan, here’s how I might put it: “It’s not just my wives who seem to be keeping me at arm’s length. They appear to deliberately exclude me from their lives as a form of retribution for a crime I didn’t even commit. The only ‘crime’ I stand accused of is not falling head over heels in love with the mothers of some of my older kids.” (Oct 6 episodes saw me expressing this perspective on my estrangement from certain children.)

What’s more, he continued, he think his former spouses are a bit to blame. 

I can’t help but feel a deep divide with my children, a chasm that’s been gnawing at me, and it all seems to stem from the destructive words we’ve exchanged. The remnants of our shattered family have left me in a whirlwind of disillusionment, and it feels as though they’re pointing fingers at me, saying, “It’s Dad who failed us.

However, although he accepts some responsibility, he strongly objects to the derogatory remarks. Notably, he found it challenging to bond with Hunter, Maddie, and Gabriel, as one of his children reportedly responded to a text by saying, “You are wasteful. I wouldn’t talk to you again even if I tried.

On another occasion, he expressed to the cameras, “One of my children recently said, ‘You are a jerk. I’ll no longer speak to you. You deceived me and indoctrinated me.’

He’s unwilling to handle the venomous situation any longer. “I won’t keep extending my hand,” he stated, emphasizing his belief that the adults involved should take more responsibility for resolving the issues. “I’m prepared to put in the work, but someone else needs to reciprocate and contribute effort as well.

For Robyn, watching Kody’s estrangement from his adult children hit far too close to home. 

In her October 6 discussion, she shared that when she was young, her parents went through a divorce. This meant that her father lived with another woman in a different city, while her mother lived on her own. She recalled a time when she asked him about their separation and why he wasn’t around much during her childhood. His responses were nothing more than weak explanations, which left her feeling disappointed because he didn’t provide a satisfactory answer for his absence during those crucial years in her life.

Instead of letting Kody’s wounded emotions hinder his actions, she was determined to push through. During their heated confrontation, which occurred towards the end of 2022, she expressed, “I find it hard not to feel a slight loss of respect for you.

Despite recognizing that he could exert more effort towards repairing his relationship with his children, Kody stated that healing his own heart comes first.

He expressed his frustration by stating, “I believe some of my children are conspiring against me. I’m so enraged over the situation that when I interact with them, I fear they might accusingly provoke me. At this point, I’m too emotionally charged and may only end up causing further harm.

Although most of the family attended when Logan, Janelle, and Kody’s eldest son got married to Michelle Petty in October 2022, their affection for the event seemed somewhat lacking.

In the October 6th episode, Kody expressed his displeasure to Robyn, stating that he had noticed Madison whisking her children away from him, and he felt upset because Madison hadn’t informed him about her third pregnancy, which resulted in the birth of their daughter Josephine in February 2023. Essentially, he said she didn’t tell him she was pregnant.

Frankly, Maddie doesn’t tell her dad much of anything with the two rarely speaking.

Janelle clarified that her daughter Maddie avoids Kody, the reason being that she is extremely careful about her children’s well-being. Kody hasn’t been around since Evie was born, which makes her three and a half now, and Maddie didn’t want him to unexpectedly show up at the wedding as if claiming to be their grandfather, leaving the kids bewildered with questions like ‘Who is this man?’

Kody expressed that it’s not feasible for grandparents to be constantly involved in their grandchildren’s lives, considering the situation of Maddie who lives in North Carolina. He pointed out that if you relocate your children to an entirely different coast, maintaining a close relationship can become challenging due to work and personal commitments in other locations like Flagstaff.

It’s evident that Kody and his grown-up kids hold contrasting perspectives regarding their current estrangement, with a key issue being Kody insisting on an acknowledgment or apology of some kind from his side.

Following the end of the COVID-related concerns, we found ourselves resuming our regular routines as a family, but there remained an unresolved issue between us. Specifically, Kody felt that his sons should apologize to him and, more specifically, to Robyn for something they had done, which he later explained was best addressed through a conversation with him directly.

According to Janelle, Kody was upset because he felt his children hadn’t shown loyalty towards him, and moreover, the most cherished member of their family had been disregarded or treated unfairly. In essence, she said, “Whatever Kody, yes, whatever.

Gabriel expressed a similar sentiment when talking to Janelle about his conversation with his father. “He persistently put it across as if I owed him an apology,” he said. Later on, he replied, “‘Unless you’re genuinely willing to work things out and repair our relationship, we won’t be speaking anymore,'” he stated. A few days later, his father reached out via text, saying, “I’ve been contemplating your words. I forgive you, Please forgive me.” Gabriel responded, “Forgive me for what?

Kody only regularly interacts with his youngest child, Savanah, among the six children he has with Janelle. They don’t meet often, but about every two months, he calls her and they spend time together. The other kids don’t have much contact or relationship with him.

Regarding Savannah, who completed high school in 2023, she perceives her four elder brothers assuming a paternal role in her life. In fact, Savannah has admitted to Janelle that she might ask her siblings to escort her during her future wedding ceremony someday.

Janelle shared, “I’ve discussed it with Savanah, and she explained, ‘You see, I’ve come to understand that this is his nature.’ He’ll likely be the type of father who joins us for fun times but then departs. I can accept him as he is. It’s alright.

Janelle, however, is less forgiving. 

Oh boy, I can’t hide my disappointment with Kody! You know what? This isn’t the first time I’ve witnessed something like this. Throughout my journey, I’ve crossed paths with several women who, after a divorce, found themselves dealing with fathers who suddenly seemed to disappear from their children’s lives.

At the start of their strained relationship, Gabriel found it particularly tough since Kody often invited Gabriel along during his work travels, as noted by Janelle, who emphasized that Kody had been an exceptionally involved father until more recently.

Despite being puzzled about what might have upset his father, Gabriel declared during the Oct. 13 episode, “I told Dad that if he doesn’t alter and can’t accept responsibility, then I simply won’t visit him anymore. And I’m completely content with that decision.

In her own words, she expressed that he is content with his father not being present in his life. And honestly, that’s the wish I have for all my children as well. I believe they are all gradually reaching that state.

For his part, Kody also seems resigned to the situation. 

He expressed that he feels this way, and I genuinely apologize for it,” he said in a private moment. “I’ve made several attempts to reach out to him, but unfortunately, those efforts were not reciprocated. However, let me assure you, I have been making every effort possible.

Meri was likely the final spouse to separate from Kody, but it wasn’t until late 2022 that their union was legally dissolved. This was done through what their church refers to as a “release,” which was granted based on the allegation of abandonment.

She pointed out during the October 13 broadcast that he dislikes that particular word, as he doesn’t believe he left her. Instead, she feels it was him who departed.

To put it simply, she believes he paid little attention to her until she decided to depart, at which point he could claim, “I had no involvement.

And Kody didn’t totally deny that he had a bit of a strategy. 

As a lifestyle advisor, I want to share a personal reflection: I’ve long since left that chapter behind, but the truth is, I hesitated before making a clean break. You see, I was apprehensive about Meri’s reaction if I removed that proverbial Band-Aid swiftly. The reason? Meri and I had never shared the bond of loyalty; that’s been my constant concern. It’s all about reputation, really, because when relationships end in divorce, one’s name can get tarnished a bit.

Instead, alleged Meri, it was hers that was being tarnished. 

She expressed her disappointment by saying, “It’s truly disheartening that Kody is discussing our marriage in such a manner.” It seems as though his perspective on our relationship has shifted, yet the claims he’s making about me to others, which people are accepting, are untrue.

Before Christina ultimately parted ways with Kody, it became clear to her that they were not well-suited based on a task suggested by their marriage counselor in Las Vegas.

Christine noted down the traits she desired in a potential partner, such as an effective communicator, a dedicated presence in her and their children’s lives, and someone who was genuinely drawn to her. Unfortunately, Kody didn’t fit any of those criteria, as she admitted during the October 20th episode, saying, “He wasn’t any of the qualities I listed.” Upon presenting him with the list, he acknowledged that he didn’t meet those standards by stating, “I’m not any of those things for you,” to which Christine responded, “No, you aren’t.

In the letter, she discovered swiftly that the man later known as David Woolley was her match.

As a devoted admirer, I can’t help but emphasize that family is the most precious treasure for this remarkable widowed father of eight. Beyond running his successful drywall business, he’s earned a stellar reputation for being an honest and genuine individual. His exceptional communication skills truly make him stand out.

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2025-04-21 13:19