I Was Too Flexible!

As a lifestyle connoisseur, I might rephrase it as follows: The reality TV personality, Kody Brown from Sister Wives, seemed to believe that love could be expanded, yet found it challenging to equitably distribute his time among multiple partners.

Kody openly shared that he often navigated the situation without a clear plan, as he put it, on the February 2nd episode of TLC’s series while scheduling with wives Meri Brown, Janelle Brown, Christine Brown, and Robyn Brown. He simply called it being “creative.

The eldest family member pointed out that certain multi-spouse families were particularly deliberate in managing their household affairs.

He remarked, “I’ve come across individuals who are remarkably organized and adaptable. On the other hand, I’ve also encountered people who are strictly rigid, lacking any flexibility. I’ve met polygamists who wouldn’t even spend their wives’ birthdays with them due to scheduling inconvenience.

Ultimately, he acknowledged, his figure-it-out-as-you-go approach may have been faulty. 

Speaking from personal experience, I now feel that my approach to practicing plural marriage was perhaps a touch too lenient.

And it seems three out of three of his ex-wives would agree. 

When it came to managing his time, Kody was generally considered quite fair by his second wife Janelle, who even praised him for being very fair indeed. However, she pointed out that this fairness seemed to go out the window whenever they went on trips together.

It was also confirmed by his third wife, Christine (now married to David Woolley), that they often arrived at hotels and he never disclosed where he intended to stay, leaving them in the dark about his plans.

In early 2023, the ongoing turmoil proved especially distressing for Meri, the first wife, as she made the decision to bring an end to their long-standing marriage that had spanned over several decades.

The mother told Leon Brown, who was 29 years old, “I’m someone who likes to plan things out.” In other words, she wants to be aware of what might happen in the future. Unfortunately, she didn’t always receive the respect needed to know these things, and Leon would just appear without warning.

His presence was always welcome, however, to fourth wife Robyn, his sole remaining bride. 

To Dayton Brown (age 25), Aurora Brown (age 22), Breanna Brown (age 20), Solomon Brown (age 13), and Ariella Brown (age 9), the mom stated she “didn’t keep a close eye on Kody’s daily routine.” She added that she was content if he wasn’t around, as well as when he was present. In her opinion, it was all good regardless of his presence or absence.

However, “It seemed like it was a thing,” Robyn added, “for a couple of my sister wives.” 

Count Janelle among them. 

After establishing a consistent pattern with her six children (Logan Brown, 30, Madison Brush, 29, Hunter Brown, 27, the late Garrison Brown, Gabriel Brown, 23, and Savanah Brown, 20), she admitted to Christine during their Feb. 2 conversation that she had once found it distressing when he would stay with her due to the disruption it caused. Now, she longs for some personal space of her own.

And that’s only one of the confessions she and her co-stars have shared this season. Here’s a look at the other intriguing revelations that have come to light recently.

Kody Brown expressed his intention to separate from his first wife, Meri Brown, not long after their wedding in 1990. However, as he said, “Meri, when we move to Flagstaff, this will be a good opportunity for us to start anew,” suggesting progress, he had often led her to believe otherwise, according to what she shared during the Sept. 15 premiere. “He has given me false hope by saying things like that. This is what he’s done for years.

She expressed her primary concern as follows: “His inadequate communication, including his feelings, desires, dislikes, and the narrative he’s been spinning for so long.

Kody admitted that there might have been some confusing signals, but as he began working on projects, he found himself wondering, “What’s the point?” He clarified that at this stage, he wouldn’t pursue a romantic relationship with her.

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

She admitted, “They seemed to say, ‘We’re here for you, we’re on your side. And it’s high time,'” she confessed. Now, with her blinders removed, she feels that he had been trying to encourage her to depart for years by repeatedly asserting that he didn’t care for her, “Because if I could be made to leave and he stays put, then he’s not the villain because he didn’t run away.

Years after our family acquired a 14-acre parcel of land in Flagstaff, Ariz., with dreams of constructing our forever home, I admitted during the season opener that I was prepared to watch this dream fade. Struggling to move forward without fully settling the $820,000 bill (which we reportedly paid off around 2023), I confided in my remaining wife, Robyn Brown, “I’d almost rather abandon it or sell it and start 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 was gradually fading, but ultimately, it was Kody’s shortcomings as a parent to some of their children that served as the decisive factor leading to her departure.

The mom shared with 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 our children deteriorated and it didn’t appear he’d go to great lengths to mend it. She added, “That’s what I realized had been keeping me here all this time.

In the November 3rd episode, reconciling was an absolute no-go for Janelle when Kody proposed it.

She stated, “It’s hard for me to imagine finding a way to rebuild a relationship with him that doesn’t involve my children, and I will always prioritize them.

That was Kody’s reasoning for not exerting more effort to bridge the gaps with several of his grown children. He explained that he felt they had their own paths to follow and that he didn’t want to interfere or impose his will on them. Instead, he chose to respect their decisions and give them space to grow and evolve independently.

In the September 15th episode, he expressed his feelings of not belonging in the family anymore. Despite being legally married to Robyn and collectively raising their five children – Dayton Brown, Aurora Brown, Breanna Brown, Solomon Brown, and Ariella Brown – he noted that he has a limited relationship with some of the other kids. This infrequent contact leaves him wondering what his role is within this group. He expressed, “It doesn’t feel like a family.

In their 14-year marriage, Robyn admitted during the season 19 premiere that they were facing the most difficult period yet. She explained that things have been tough between them, and Kody is unsure whether to blame himself or one of the other wives. Kody seems to be feeling a lot of rejection, which has led him to wonder if Robyn might reject him as well.

Consequently, she disclosed, “I’m always alert. I have to constantly ensure he isn’t undermining our relationship.” In her own words, the most challenging aspect was: “There’s no support system to deal with the fact that I’m still wedded to a man who keeps on getting divorced.

Meanwhile, Kody was grappling with a wave of self-doubt, expressing, “I find it hard to face my reflection and tell myself, ‘Hey there, mate. I adore you.’

In my perspective, finding myself watching my ex-sister wives stepping into a fresh chapter felt like a battle. As I observed, I couldn’t help but think, “They’re all progressing,” during the October 27 broadcast. It struck me as if I was the one who had been left behind in the dust.

It was shared during the premiere that Madison, Janelle’s oldest child, is currently not in contact with her father Kody. According to Janelle, there haven’t been any conversations between Maddie and her dad, neither has contacted the other, and as a result, she doesn’t have a relationship with him or his wife Robin. Essentially, she has cut them both off from her life.

Janelle pointed out that Kody’s relationship with Maddie’s children, Axel, Evangalynn, and Josephine, seems somewhat casual. She expressed that Kody would only maintain contact with them if he could fully commit to it.

Consequently, during the September 22 broadcast, Janelle revealed that Kody had effectively ended communication with Maddie and her spouse Caleb Brush when the family began to disintegrate significantly.

In Janelle’s words, since Kody hasn’t been around or in touch, Maddie has taken on a very protective role, almost like an overly protective mother. She feels that until Kody can be reliable and show up without causing a fuss, it might be best if they keep him out of their lives for now.

Additionally, Robyn mentioned that she’s been motivating Kody to reconcile, expressing, “It would also be great if our children took similar steps to repair their relationships.

Currently, it appears Kody is not inclined to mend the rift. He expresses frustration, stating that whenever he talks to his daughter, it feels like he’s casting a net for gossip, which he has grown weary of.

During their 32nd anniversary celebration, Meri confided in her friend Brandi that “He hinted at not having ever truly loved me and feeling compelled to marry me,” she explained. When confronted, Meri told him, “‘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? 

Why would a man decide to marry a woman if he doesn’t initially feel love for her? It seems unfair and unkind to select someone from a group of potential partners and then say, ‘I’ll try to force myself to fall in love with you for the next three decades’?

In Kody’s own words during a private reflection, he mentioned, “Meri is making some claims against me. Well, let her say what she will. I’ll refrain from responding to them.

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

He emphatically stated during the October 20th episode that their marriage was in serious trouble from the start. And why do I know this? Simply because I had much stronger relationships with Janelle, Christine, and Robyn.

He acknowledged that he should have ended the relationship a quarter of a century back, yet he chose to remain due to apprehension. He mentioned that leadership would not permit remarriage if one is seen as disposing of spouses.

Although Janelle was unsure whether to develop Coyote Pass or just sell it, she realized that the first move was to clear the debt on the Arizona property. As Kody refused to discuss the matter with her, she confided in ex-sister wife Christine Brown during the September 22 episode, saying, “It seems I might need legal representation.” This way, she believes, is the only means to extract a decision from him.

In her own words, Janelle admitted that since she isn’t legally married to Kody, she lacks any legitimate claims on his property, stating, “It’s not as simple as calling a lawyer and requesting a divorce. Instead, it’s quite complex because there’s no legal marriage in the first place.

As a lifestyle expert, I often find myself in situations where trust becomes a crucial factor. In my case, when it comes to discussing our Arizona property with someone like Janelle, I’ve chosen to remain silent due to the fact that my trust in her has eroded. Trust is the foundation of any successful partnership, and without it, conversations about shared assets can become complicated and potentially harmful. It’s always better to tread carefully when trust is at stake.

In a private conversation, he emphasized, “When the right moment arrives, we will settle the property. I prefer not to share my plans with you, as I’ve had enough of revealing details that get twisted and spread by the rumor mill in our troubled family.

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

I can’t help but spill secrets like water, it seems! Last night, he confided in me details about his past relationships and multiple wives – information I couldn’t help but feel wasn’t meant for my ears.

In days when the family’s affection was growing instead of waning, they would combine their funds in a common container.

In simpler terms, Janelle said during the September 22 episode that we would go to great lengths to aid one individual, and afterwards, we’d unite to assist another. This was our norm until around ten years ago. However, it has now shifted from focusing on helping others to building personal estates for everyone.

When Robyn found herself requiring a residence in Arizona, everyone combined their resources to purchase a luxurious five-bedroom property valued at approximately $1.65 million – this house had been available for sale since August.

Initially, Robyn mentioned that acquiring the asset would benefit the entire family. However, when Janelle proposed that everyone should be listed on the mortgage, she faced resistance. Kody responded by saying, “No, no, we need to safeguard, you understand, safeguard Robyn’s estate,” as Janelle remembered. Now that she’s leaving the family, according to Janelle, she wants her share of the Coyote Pass earnings and also wants to recover some of the money she invested in Robyn’s house.

But that could be a tough sell. 

Robyn remarked, “We’ve been collaborating for such a lengthy period.” Upon hearing that Janelle believes she’s entitled to payment from them, Robyn exclaimed, “I can’t wrap my head around it! I mean, how do you quantify? How do you arrive at that figure? It’s just so perplexing.

Janelle expressed her frustration over the family’s struggles with Coyote Pass debt, stating that Kody often mentioned having numerous other financial obligations. However, she has observed him acquiring additional assets such as trailers and home decor items. She noted the artwork adorning Robyn and Kody’s walls and commented on their possessions, saying, “I see all these things.” She acknowledged that she, too, had spent money on items, but Kody explained that a significant portion of his funds went towards purchasing cars (“He basically had a fleet”) and insuring the children.

Janelle admitted that she wasn’t aware of how Kody and Robyn managed their finances, but she would often be astonished by the beauty of Robyn’s backyard. It was always perfectly finished, and there were always various items at her house. Janelle would exclaim, “Wow. Huh.

In essence, she expressed that he failed to give importance to her desires or needs, which became a significant problem over time. Eventually, she acknowledged this issue and even her adult children, who were growing increasingly frustrated, began questioning it, saying something like “What on earth, Mom?

In a different phrase, it could be said that Robyn became quite mindful of her finances following the breakdown of her first marriage.

In the September 22nd episode, she confided that she wasn’t good with finances in the past. Her early life experiences were challenging, and it was during her divorce that she truly mastered budgeting skills. Speaking about her sister wives, she noted that perhaps they allocated their money differently than she did, which explains their differing priorities.

Currently, as revealed in the Sept. 22 episode, Janelle admitted that she and Meri, Robyn, and Kody (parents of Aspyn Brown, Mykelti Brown Padron, Paedon Brown, Gwendlyn Brown, Ysabel Brown, and Truely Brown respectively) do not meet up with their families frequently. She expressed that there is minimal contact between them at present, and she does not anticipate this situation to change significantly in the near future.

Speaking about his period in Las Vegas, Kody fondly recalled the neighborhood where four houses on a single cul-de-sac resided, saying, “It was the best phase of my life. Things were running smoothly, and it was wonderful having Maddie and Caleb around. I adored Caleb; he truly felt like family.

In Arizona, I found myself squarely in the midst of contrasting viewpoints regarding coronavirus safety measures, which unfortunately led to tension and discord. This tumultuous period had a ripple effect on my personal life, as well. When my marriages began to disintegrate, I couldn’t help but notice that the bonds with my children were also strained: “Sadly, it seemed like all those relationships took a turn for the worse.

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

On the September 22nd show, she stated that the kids who appeared upset had been feeling that way long before she departed. She explained that her departure did not affect the bond between him and his children, implying that Kody has the ability to mend those relationships with his kids.

Though it’ll definitely take some work. 

Kody stated, “I’m still upset about how I was treated and haven’t been able to move past it yet. You see, I refuse to accept responsibility for things my wife or ex-wife claims I did. I’m praying for the day when feelings of contempt fade away so we can find forgiveness and love once more.

At their wedding, which took place when they were 21 and 19 years old, both spiritually and legally, Kody admitted that he and Meri weren’t particularly well-acquainted with each other. (Later on in 2014, they chose to divorce so Kody could formally adopt Robyn’s three older children from her previous marriage.)

Kody expressed that when we got married, she was noticeably different from what I expected, and there seemed to be some unresolved issues or baggage she carried. Initially, I thought I could cope with it. However, he went on to say that due to constant disagreements, he can no longer endure a world where she’s often upset with him.

Even though he desired to depart, he couldn’t manage it. Kody, in a plural marriage, expressed, “If one wishes to remain loyal and devoted, they can’t ask for a divorce. It’s prohibited. Consequently, I found myself trapped within that relationship. However, I wasn’t yearning to escape the relationship. Instead, I sought answers about whether we could salvage and repair it.

Therefore, due to the conflicting signals, he admitted that Meri believed they could resolve their issues. However, Kody explained that whenever they were together, “She wasn’t pleasant, she wasn’t entertaining, she wasn’t compassionate, she wasn’t stimulating. I’m trying to engage with her, but I find myself growing weary.

He acknowledged that it was understandable for Meri to feel as though she had been left behind, but he clarified, “However, it wasn’t that I forced her out of the house. In fact, it was Christine, Janelle, and Meri who decided for me to leave our shared home.

Although Janelle and Christine believed that since their union with Kody wasn’t legally binding, there was no necessity for them to formally divorce; however, it was Meri who sought a formal separation from the church, termed as a “release,” towards the end of 2022.

In the episode on September 22nd, she clarified that all four of us women were united with Kody through our church by what we referred to as a covenant, rather than legally. However, since none of us are planning to marry him in the future, she believes it’s appropriate to dissolve this covenant. She doesn’t want to be bound to him for eternity if he doesn’t want her, and at this point, she prefers a clean break.

Kody was hesitant about the concept, she explained, as she didn’t wish to recognize or submit to the leadership of the church officials.

Kody expressed his viewpoint: “The harm is so deep that reconciliation isn’t an option anymore, regardless of the circumstances.” He added, “I don’t wish to be held accountable to this church and its nonsense, so I plan to allow Meri her freedom. If I’m upset with her, it leads to fighting. I just want her to move on because it took her a long time to acknowledge that things are done and over for quite some time.

The holiday gift exchange conversation in 2021 turned sour for the 18 Brown children, as Christine explained. “Things took a turn for the worse,” she said. “Kody, Robyn, and their kids stood on one side, choosing to distance themselves from Janelle, me, and our kids. After this text conversation, a rift occurred between us all.

Robyn explained that her older children perceived the encounter as “uncomfortable emotionally” and decided it would be best for them to distance themselves from the relationship, not because they wanted to cut ties completely, but rather because the situation had become awkward. She emphasized that it was never about rejecting her or ending their interactions altogether.

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

Ever since my days of bonding with Aurora during middle school and attempting to connect with Dayton in high school, rekindling a connection with Robyn’s children has been my deepest longing. Yet, I can’t help but feel a sense of uncertainty about the possibility of a relationship with their father and Robyn.

Aurora emphasized that she was informed, on various occasions and by different individuals, that she wasn’t welcomed as part of the family when her mother married Kody in 2010. She clarified that they never viewed her as their sister, but rather someone whom they didn’t acknowledge or identify with in that way.

Her sister, Breanna, expressed that she believed the parents might have made more efforts to strengthen our familial bond, but that opportunity seemed to pass them by.

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. “In simpler terms, they can feel free to drop by our home whenever it suits them.

At the same time, she mentioned, her daughter Ysabel Brown shared a strong bond with Robyn’s children. In fact, Mykelti Brown Padron resided with them for a while: “There were challenging moments and my children felt exasperated at times, but they viewed Robyn’s kids as their siblings without hesitation.

Speaking enthusiastically about plural marriage, Janelle expressed, “When it works well, this kind of union provides an incredible family structure where you belong, a close-knit community that you’re connected to. You have a husband and share a wonderful relationship with him, yet at the same time, I maintain my independence. To me, plural marriage is a truly fantastic setup.

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

In his view, expressed during the December 1st episode, polygamy hinders emotional intimacy. He stated that it creates a defensive atmosphere, and what he yearns for is a deeply emotional, vulnerable, and intimate relationship with a woman – something that’s challenging to achieve in polygamous relationships.

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

On the September 29th episode, I observed that when Kody relocated to Flagstaff, it seemed easier for him to be apart from me. Occasionally, I had to prompt him to visit my residence. He would often make excuses about being exhausted, but I would reply, “You can rest just as effectively here as you can at Robyn’s.” Essentially, I was telling him that he could recuperate just as comfortably in my house as he could in hers.

Janelle stated that her children were often reprimanded for accessing Robyn’s refrigerator, which she believed created a sense of distance between them and Robyn. Meanwhile, Christine’s kids felt disconnected because they recognized that Robyn was their father’s partner, yet he wasn’t present in their household.

And Robyn said her crew definitely felt the divide. 

She revealed on the September 29th episode that Meri welcomed both my children and me warmly, but the rest of the family found it difficult to accept us. What we truly desired was to belong to this family.

However, Gabriel might contend that they had gone to considerable effort to integrate their kin into their group.

In the October 13th episode, he expressed his belief that Robyn might have a victim mentality. To be more direct about it, but not placing blame, he suggested that individuals often develop unique coping mechanisms to survive, and this could be one such strategy for her.

Yet, he added, “If Robyn genuinely thinks that we were unfair to her or her children, despite the frequent favoritism Dad showed her and our ongoing efforts to build relationships with her kids, if she truly believes this, then there’s no hope for me to maintain a relationship with Robyn.

During a September 29th broadcast, Kody himself explained how the frequent moving between four households impacted his eighteen children. He shared an instance where Ariella, their youngest (born in early 2016), held tightly onto him when he tried to depart, showing her attachment likely stemming from the family’s constant relocation.

In his own words, Kody expressed, “‘I needed to tell her that I have other responsibilities – another wife, more children who need me. She was clinging to me, crying, ‘Don’t abandon me, Daddy.’ But it’s tough.’

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

Right from the start,” she clarified, her children “were aware that their father wouldn’t be around permanently. I’ve always felt that Kody and Robyn handled the situation with their children improperly. He couldn’t stay away for more than three or four days because Ari gets so upset. To me, it seemed like poor parenting. Throughout family history, the other kids managed without him and they turned out to be well-adjusted adults.

Among the relatively few children of Brown lineage, Mykelti remained connected with both Robyn and Kody, as well as Christine and Janelle. During Kody’s periods of divorce, it was Mykelti who often served as a mediator or peacekeeper in the family.

From the very start, Mykelti felt close to Robyn when she joined the Brown family. In fact, Mykelti extended an invitation for Robyn to be present during the delivery of her twins in November 2022 – Archer and Ace.

During the September 29th episode, Mykelti expressed that when Robyn initially became part of our family, I was still trying to discover my identity. However, she made me feel unique and understood. At a time when I required someone, she was there for me. In moments when I needed someone to listen, to care for me, she was present.

Christine’s mother was overjoyed beyond words. As Robyn joined their family and it became clear that she and Mykelti shared a strong bond, Christine expressed her feelings, saying, “This is exactly what I had hoped for.” On the Oct. 6 episode, she continued, “Ever since I dreamt of having a multi-mother household, I wished my children would form close relationships with other mothers. And it seems like that dream is coming true.

Kody believes it’s not just his wives who are deliberately excluding him from their lives; he thinks they’re doing so as a form of retribution for a crime he insists he didn’t commit. During the October 6 episodes, he expressed this viewpoint regarding his estrangement from some of his older children. According to him, his only guilt lies in not having fallen deeply in love with their mothers.

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

He mentioned that the strain in his relationships with his children primarily stems from negative comments, stating, “This difference is largely due to my mind being filled with criticism.” He further explained, “There’s a storm of disillusionment following our family separation, and it seems as though the blame is being directed towards me. I’m the one who supposedly made the mistakes.

However, though he accepts some responsibility for the situation, he strongly objects to being insulted. Notably, he confided that he found it challenging to bond with Hunter, Maddie, and Gabriel. Kody disclosed that one of his children replied to a text message by calling him “worthless,” adding that they would never speak to him again regardless.

In another occurrence, he expressed to the cameras, “One of my children recently said, ‘You are a jerk. I will no longer speak to you. You have manipulated me and indoctrinated me.’

He’s made it clear that he won’t continue dealing with the venomous situation indefinitely. “I won’t keep reaching out,” he stated, adding that he believes his elders should take a more active role in resolving matters. “I’m prepared to put forth the effort,” he said, “but someone else needs to reciprocate and make an effort as well.

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

In her October 6 appearance, she shared that when she was young, her parents went through a divorce. At that time, her father lived with another woman in a different city, while her mother lived alone. She recalled a moment when she confronted her biological father, asking him why he wasn’t around during her childhood. Instead of providing a clear explanation, he offered unconvincing excuses, which left her feeling disappointed and upset.

Instead of letting Kody’s wounded feelings hinder his efforts, it seemed she was determined to push through. In their heated confrontation, captured on camera towards the end of 2022, she expressed a struggle not to lose a bit of respect for him as she candidly stated, “I find myself having a hard time not feeling like I’m losing some respect for you.

As a devoted father, I realize there are things I could do to repair my relationship with my children, but I know that healing my own heart must come first.

He admitted that some of his children seem to be conspiring against him, and he expressed, “I’m so enraged by the situation that when I speak with my kids, I fear they might provoke me with accusations. At this moment, I’m too emotional. All I can do is cause more harm.

Although many members of their family attended when Janelle and Kody’s eldest son, Logan, married Michelle Petty in October 2022, it appeared that they didn’t share the same warmth or affection during the ceremony.

In the October 6th episode, Kody expressed frustration to Robyn, saying that he had noticed Madison hastily removing her children from his presence. He pointed out that neither he nor anyone else in their circle knew that Madison was expecting her third child, daughter Josephine, who was born in February 2023. Essentially, he lamented that she hadn’t informed him of her pregnancy.

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

Janelle clarified why Maddie avoided Kody at the wedding: he has no relationship with her. Maddie is extremely cautious about her kids and Kody hasn’t been around since Evie was born, who is now three-and-a-half years old. She didn’t want him to suddenly appear and claim grandparent status, leaving them confused as to who he even was.

Kody’s viewpoint is that it’s impractical for grandparents to be constantly involved in their grandchildren’s lives, as demonstrated by Maddie’s situation in North Carolina. He further explains that if you relocate your children across the country, maintaining a strong presence becomes 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 on their current rift, and a point of contention is Kody insisting on an apology or acknowledgment of wrongdoing from his side.

Following the resolution of the COVID-19 situation, life resumed as usual for us, but our family was unable to reconcile. Kody explained that his sons needed to apologize, particularly to Robyn, because a disagreement had escalated into something more. Later on, he simply felt they should come and speak with him directly about the matter. Janelle shared this during the Oct. 13 episode.

In essence, Janelle expressed that Kody was upset because he felt his children hadn’t been faithful to him, adding that the most cherished family member, who has given so much love and care, had been disregarded or treated poorly. Essentially, she responded with a dismissive tone, saying something along the lines of “Well, Kody, I don’t know… whatever.

Gabriel expressed a similar viewpoint, narrating an interaction with his father. “He seemed to continually phrase it as if I owed him an apology,” he told Janelle. “At some point, I said something along the lines of, ‘Unless you’re genuinely prepared to rebuild our relationship and make amends, we won’t converse anymore.’ A few days later, he contacted me again via text. He essentially admitted that he had been pondering my words. He asked for forgiveness, saying he forgave me. I responded, ‘What is there to forgive?’

Among the six children Kody co-parents with Janelle, it is only Savanah with whom he maintains regular contact. This isn’t often, but roughly every two months they speak on the phone and sometimes meet up. The other kids don’t seem to have a strong bond or connection with him. (Janelle described this in the Oct. 13 episode.)

Regarding Savannah, who completed high school in 2023, it seems her four elder brothers have assumed a more paternal role in her life. In fact, Savannah has shared with Janelle that she might ask her siblings to escort her during her wedding one day.

Janelle shared, “I’ve spoken with Savanah about the matter, and she expressed, ‘It seems clear to me now that this is his nature.’ He will likely be the type of father who joins us for fun and then leaves again. I understand where he stands, and I’m okay with it.

Janelle, however, is less forgiving. 

She expressed her frustration with Kody, saying, “I can’t help but feel exasperated. You see, I’ve witnessed similar situations in the past. Many women I’ve collaborated with have divorced, only to find that the father disappears and becomes absent from their children’s lives.

In the initial stages of their conflict, “Gabriel found it particularly tough as Kody often invited Gabriel along during his business travels,” explained Janelle. She went on to say that prior to a couple of recent years, Kody had always been an extremely involved and attentive father.

Despite being puzzled about what might have upset his father, Gabriel asserted during the Oct. 13 episode, “If Dad refuses to change and won’t accept responsibility, I simply won’t visit him anymore. And I’m completely fine with that decision.

In Janelle’s words, “He finds contentment knowing his father isn’t part of his life. And ideally, I wish the same for all my children, and it seems they are gradually understanding this too.

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

He expressed regret that Gabriel seems upset, and admitted that he has attempted to reach out to him several times but hasn’t succeeded. He wants to make it clear that his efforts weren’t due to a lack of effort on his part.

As a devoted admirer, I’d put it this way: In the twilight of last year, Meri, my beloved, took a decisive step and formally severed our shared love affair with Kody, following the principles of our faith. This was done by obtaining what we refer to in our church as a release, on grounds of abandonment.

She remarked during the October 13 broadcast that he dislikes that specific term since he believes he didn’t leave her behind. Instead, she feels as though he did.

To put it simply, she believes he didn’t pay much attention to her until she decided to depart, at which point he could claim, “‘I had no part in this.’

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

He admitted he had moved on a while back, but in all fairness, he was fearful of her reaction if he ended things abruptly. After all, Meri had never been loyal to him throughout their relationship. His concern stemmed from this lack of loyalty and the potential damage it could cause to his reputation, especially after a divorce, as people tend to view those who get divorced negatively.

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

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

Before Christina parted ways with Kody, it became apparent to her that they weren’t well-suited as per a compatibility exercise suggested by their marriage therapist in Las Vegas.

Christine penned down a list detailing the traits she desired in a potential partner, including a good communicator, someone who would be involved in her life as well as that of her children, and someone who was genuinely attracted to her. However, Kody didn’t possess any of these qualities, as she shared on the October 20th episode, stating, “Kody doesn’t fit the description,” and added, “I told him about the list, and he admitted, ‘I’m not any of those things for you.’ I replied, ‘No, you’re not.’

The letter played a significant role in her swift realization that David Woolley was indeed the right person for her.

She enthusiastically shared that family is his highest priority, particularly for this single father of eight. In addition to running his own successful drywall business, he’s known for being sincere and authentic with others, as well as being an excellent communicator.

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2025-02-03 09:28