Meri Brown wanted the family, she didn’t just want the man.
But ultimately the Sister Wives star felt she ended up with neither.
When Meri initially moved to Flagstaff, Ariz. with her then-spouse Kody Brown and his three other wives, she mentioned during the TLC series’ April 20th episode that “I had a charming little playground” as the mother of 29-year-old Leon Brown.
At that point in time, she was still spiritually tied to Kody through marriage (specifically with Robyn Brown) and had a close relationship with him. The mother of five children, including Solomon who is 13 and Ariella who is 9, mentioned the idea of taking her youngest child to Meri’s place for playtime.
Meri remarked, “I had been eagerly anticipating it, which doesn’t happen often, especially prior to the pandemic.
Despite following the new rules of staying home and maintaining a safe distance, Meri emphasized that she had ample outdoor space to move around in. She strictly adhered to all safety precautions. However, even with these measures, she unfortunately found herself excluded from Kody and Robyn’s quarantine group during the pandemic.
For Robyn, however, that time period was pure survival mode.
She shared that during the April 20 episode, she had five children at home most of the time. We were all doing online school. After the initial year or so, she started traveling occasionally. It was challenging for us to coordinate our schedules, but we both wished we could have spent more time together.
It’s just that Meri was more of the if-they-wanted-to-they-would mindset.
Meri expressed that she had a strong connection with Robyn, one that developed instantly when Robyn joined their family in 2010. She’s now left wondering, ‘Why did you express your desire to be in a relationship with me, only to disappear for extended periods of time? Why, during COVID, am I not allowed to visit your house or see your children? Why can’t your children play outside at my house, and why won’t you come over to my place?’
She would pretend to be your friend, then neglect you and cause pain. That’s quite inconsiderate. Just be rude or stay kind.
According to Robyn herself, she put in a great deal of effort to keep up the bond with her co-wife.
Robyn emphasized, “I’ve always stood by Meri, even during times when others were scheming against her or overlooking her. There was only a rift when she relocated, but that was when everything shifted. It seemed like she instigated the change following that point.
After Meri formally severed her three-decade partnership with Kody and relocated to Utah, she effectively distanced herself from his last remaining spouse too, and this is what Robyn stated.
I find it challenging to maintain friendships with my ex-husband’s spouse,” which was quite difficult for me to hear.
That’s not to say Meri wasn’t willing to put in the work.
She admitted, “I wasn’t sure how to develop a friendship with my ex-husband’s current partner at that time. It seems like there would be many discussions we’d need to have first.
There was also a good chance those chats would be uncomfortable AF.
Meri expressed doubt, saying, “I don’t think she’d always tell me the truth honestly, and I’m unsure if she’d appreciate or take kindly to what I might share with her.
However, she admitted that her relationship with Kody and Robyn is uncomfortable, but she’s willing to endure some growing pains in the process.
Meri expressed, “A portion of me feels a sense of loss for our friendship because I believed she was a good friend. However, that belief is what I mourn – the closeness I thought we shared. Yet, over time, other incidents make me question if we were truly close friends to begin with. If we were, shouldn’t we have been able to work through our issues and stay together?
Still, she’s leaving that door ever so slightly ajar.
Meri didn’t imply that trust can’t be established, but it would require many thorough discussions.
Potentially some apologizing as well.
Robyn mentioned that she overheard her talking negatively about her and mocking her in front of others, which left her feeling quite upset. She isn’t sure if this person is interested in a relationship, so she’s unsure what to do next. It seems like she just needs to handle the situation as best she can.
Meri, however, isn’t convinced their relationship has completely been divided.
She acknowledged that it seemed likely she was experiencing immense sorrow and distress over the ending of our relationship. I can relate, as there’s a great deal of sadness, frustration, and grief present for me as well.
With our long-standing connection, Meri expressed her aspiration, saying, “It would be fantastic if we could engage with each other comfortably, without any awkwardness.” This is what she longs for.
Apart from revealing the truth behind her dispute with Robyn, Meri also shared other candid admissions this season. Continue reading for a glimpse into the family’s straightforward opinions on topics ranging from envy to their joint financial matters.
Kody Brown had expressed his intention to separate from his first wife, Meri Brown, not long after they exchanged vows in 1990. However, as he mentioned, “Meri, when we move to Flagstaff, this will be a good time for us to start anew,” suggesting optimism for their future together. Yet, Meri felt that his words were misleading, hinting at a pattern of deception that had been ongoing for many years. This is as expressed during the premiere on September 15, with the reference to their 2018 relocation.
She openly expressed her primary concern as his tendency not to communicate effectively, including his true feelings, desires, and dislikes, as well as the narrative he has been presenting for many years.
Kody admitted there might have been some confusion in his messages, but as he began working on projects, he found himself questioning, “What’s the point of this?” He clarified that he wouldn’t pursue a relationship or courtship 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 they were here for me, offering support. It was long overdue, they said.” Now, with newfound clarity, she acknowledged that he had been subtly encouraging her to depart for years by claiming he didn’t love her. “If he managed to make me leave,” she reasoned, “he wouldn’t be the one at fault because he didn’t choose to walk away.
either abandoning the project or selling it and starting fresh 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 fading, but it was primarily Kody’s shortcomings as a parent to some of their children that led her to make the decision to depart.
The mom shared with Logan Brown, Madison Brown Brush, Hunter Brown, Garrison Brown, Gabriel Brown, and Savanah Brown that the pivotal moment for her was when his bond with my kids deteriorated, and it didn’t seem like he would go to great lengths to mend it. She added, “I realized then, that was what had been keeping me in this place.
In the November 3rd installment, I found myself suggesting a reconciliation, but for Janelle, it was an absolute no-go.
She stated that it seems impossible for her to make peace with him without him having no connection with her children. However, she has decided unequivocally to prioritize her children.
Kody offered this reason for not exerting more effort to heal the strained relationships he had with some of his grown-up kids: he didn’t work harder at it.
In last week’s episode, I expressed my feelings about no longer feeling part of our family unit. Despite being legally married to Robyn and jointly raising our five children – Dayton Brown, Aurora Brown, Breanna Brown, Solomon Brown, and Ariella Brown – I also maintain connections with some of the other kids, although they are infrequent. All this leaves me wondering, what’s my place in all of this? It doesn’t feel like a family to me anymore.
In their 14-year long marriage, Robyn admitted during the season 19 premiere that they were experiencing their lowest point yet. “Things have been particularly difficult between us,” she said. “Kody isn’t sure whether he should blame himself or one of his other wives. He feels a great deal of rejection and I believe he’s questioning if I might reject him as well.
Consequently, she disclosed, “I’m constantly vigilant. I need to ensure he isn’t undermining our relationship.” In her own words, she encapsulated the challenge: “There’s no guidance available for dealing with the fact that I’m still married to a man who’s undergoing multiple divorces.
Meanwhile, Kody was grappling with a lack of self-assurance, expressing, “I find it hard to face my reflection and tell myself, ‘Hey there, I adore you’.
For Robyn, it felt challenging to observe her ex-sister wives progressing into their latest phase. As she put it during the October 27 episode, “They’re all advancing,” she remarked. “I can’t help but feel like the one who was overlooked in the process.
Add Madison, daughter of Janelle’s eldest child, to the list of kids who aren’t presently in contact with Kody. As explained during the premiere, “Maddie hasn’t talked to her father,” and neither has he reached out nor she contacted him. Essentially, they have no relationship going on right now, and Maddie has cut both of them off to a significant extent.
Janelle pointed out that Kody appears to be only partially invested in his relationship with Maddie’s children, Axel, Evangalynn, and Josephine. She mentioned that she doesn’t believe he should have any contact with them unless he is fully committed to it.
During the September 22 broadcast, it was mentioned that due to the family’s disintegration, Kody apparently stopped communicating with Maddie and her husband Caleb Brush (who is connected to Kody through marriage, as his sister married Kody’s brother).
In my fervent admiration, I must say, Maddie has truly embodied the spirit of a protective mother bear to the fullest. As Kody has been absent from our lives, Janelle pointed out, Maddie has taken on an extraordinary role. She’s felt that until Kody can be reliable and present without adding unnecessary drama, it might be best for us if he remains out of sight and mind.
Additionally, Robyn mentioned that she’s been urging Kody to make amends, but she also expressed, “It seems appropriate for the children to take similar steps as well.
Currently, it appears Kody isn’t prepared to mend the rift, as he often complains that when he talks to his daughter, their conversations seem more like gossip-sharing, and he’s grown weary of it.
During their 32nd anniversary celebration, Meri confided in her friend Brandi that Kody had hinted at not having truly loved her and feeling compelled to marry her. In response, Meri asserted, “‘Kody’, I told him, ‘I knew you did love me'”.
And if he didn’t, the mom to Leon Brown said in a confessional, why did he ever propose?
She pondered, “Why would a bachelor decide to marry a maiden if he didn’t feel affection for her initially, simply declaring his love and attempting to grow it over time? Seems quite harsh, doesn’t it? To single me out among many others and then say, ‘I choose you as an experiment to try to mold my feelings for the next three decades’?
In a personal reflection, Kody mentioned that Meri is making certain allegations. He seems unfazed by this and isn’t planning to respond directly 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 very 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,” but he remained due to fear, pointing out, “Authority figures would never permit remarriage if you’re abandoning spouses.
Despite being unsure whether to develop Coyote Pass or sell it, Janelle realized the first step was settling her Arizona property debt. Since Kody refused to discuss the matter with her, she admitted to ex-sister wife Christine Brown during the September 22 episode that “I feel like I’m going to need a lawyer,” as she believed this was the only way to get any resolution from him.
Janelle admitted that, since she and Kody aren’t legally married, she holds no legitimate claims over his property. To explain, she said, “It’s not as simple as hiring a lawyer and filing for divorce. In fact, it’s quite complex because there’s no legal marriage to begin with.
As a devoted admirer putting this into my own words, I’d say: Ever since I lost faith in Janelle’s integrity, I find myself hesitant to discuss our shared Arizona property with her. Trust has become a crucial foundation for any meaningful conversation between us, and sadly, that trust is currently absent.
He emphasized during the September 22 broadcast that he would settle the property matter when necessary, and he preferred to keep his actions private as he was weary of sharing details that get circulated by our fractured family’s rumor mill.
A bit of a pot calling the kettle black, Janelle said in her own interview.
She confided, “He spills secrets as if he were a leaky bucket, sharing details with me about his past relationships and multiple wives that made me feel uneasy, thinking perhaps he should not be disclosing such information to me.
In the days when the family’s affection was growing instead of waning, they would combine their funds into a single savings container.
In simpler terms, as Janelle clarified during the September 22nd broadcast, we would pool all our resources to aid one individual, and then collectively provide support for another. This was the usual approach until approximately the last decade. However, it seems that focus has recently shifted towards personal estates, with each person becoming more concerned about their own.
When Robyn required a house in Arizona, everyone chipped in to purchase her 5-bedroom property worth approximately $1.65 million – it had been on the market since August.
Robyn stated that the purpose was for it to benefit the family. However, when Janelle proposed they all be co-signers on the mortgage, she faced opposition. Kody responded, “No, no, we must safeguard, understandably protect Robyn’s assets,” as Janelle remembered. Now, since she’s leaving the family, Janelle explained that she wants her share of the Coyote Pass earnings and also hopes to recover some of the funds she invested in Robyn’s house.
But that could be a tough sell.
Robyn remarked, “After all this time collaborating, it’s perplexing to me. With Janelle claiming they owe her money, she asked, ‘How is this calculated? How is this determined?’ It’s just so puzzling.
Speaking about their financial struggles with Coyote Pass, Janelle pointed out that Kody often mentioned having numerous other debts. However, she’s observed him purchasing trailers and home decorations, which seems contradictory. She noted the artwork adorning Robyn and Kody’s walls and said, “I see all these things.” She acknowledged that she too has spent money on items, but found it puzzling given their supposed financial troubles. Meanwhile, Kody explained that most of his money went towards buying cars (“Basically had a fleet”) and insuring the children.
As a devoted admirer, I’ve often found myself astonished by the luxurious allure of Robyn’s backyard. Impeccably finished and adorned with various amenities, it left me in awe, uttering, “Wow, huh.” The abundance of possessions at her residence only served to amplify this sentiment.
Essentially, she expressed that he didn’t give importance to her needs or desires which eventually took a toll on her. Over time, she came to realize this, and even her children – both adults – were growing increasingly frustrated, expressing something like, “What on earth, Mom?
Instead, we could say: After her first marriage ended, Robyn became meticulous about managing her finances.
During the Sept. 22 episode, she admitted, “I wasn’t so good with finances in the past.” Growing up, she faced financial struggles, and it was during her divorce that she truly mastered budgeting skills. Regarding her fellow sister wives, she remarked, “It seems like your spending priorities were different from mine.
In the recent episode on the 22nd of September, I, as a lifestyle expert, find myself in a situation where I gather with Christine, mother of Aspyn Brown, Mykelti Brown Padron, Paedon Brown, Gwendlyn Brown, Ysabel Brown, and Truely Brown, and we notice that there’s been no recent communication or interaction between us and Meri, Robyn, or Kody. At this point, I don’t see any significant changes in our current situation unfolding in the near future.
Speaking fondly about their period residing on a cul-de-sac with four homes in Las Vegas, Kody reminisced, “Those days were the highlight of my life. Everything ran smoothly and Maddie and Caleb were present, making it wonderful to have them around. I truly cherished Caleb; he was an integral part of our family.
However, in Arizona, disagreements arose concerning coronavirus safety measures, causing a disintegration of sorts. Subsequently, when his marriages deteriorated, he lamented that the connections with his children also waned, explaining, “This just turned every relationship quite bitter.
But Christine insisted their were issues well before she announced she was leaving in late 2021.
On the September 22nd episode, I shared my perspective: “The children who seemed distressed were feeling that way long before I departed. My departure didn’t alter their bond with their father. It’s within Kody’s power to mend his relationships with his kids.
Though it’ll definitely take some work.
Kody expressed his feelings, saying, “I’m still deeply hurt by the way I’ve been perceived, and it’s hard for me to move past that point.” He added, “I refuse to accept blame for actions that my wife or ex-wife is accusing me of. I look forward to a time when our resentment fades, so we can find forgiveness and love once more.
At the age of 21 and 19, Kody and Meri had only a modest acquaintance with each other when they got married, both spiritually and legally. Over time, they eventually decided to file for divorce in 2014, allowing Kody to adopt Robyn’s three older children from her previous marriage legally.
In my own words, let me share: “At our wedding, there was an unexpected side to her that I hadn’t anticipated. It seems like she carried some baggage from the past that remained hidden. Initially, I believed I could adapt, but as time went on, it felt like we were entangled in endless disputes. Frankly, I can’t thrive in a situation where she is consistently upset with me.
Despite his desire to depart, he found himself unable to do so. Kody, in a polygamous union, explained, “If one wishes to remain faithful and within our faith, they can’t seek a divorce. It’s forbidden. Consequently, I couldn’t escape that relationship. Yet, it wasn’t that I desired to exit the relationship. Instead, I yearned to understand if we could salvage and repair it.
Consequently, he admitted that Meri believed they could resolve their issues. However, whenever they interacted, Kody stated that “She was not pleasant, not entertaining, not compassionate, not intriguing. I try to engage with her, but I find myself growing tired.
He acknowledged that it was understandable for Meri to feel as though she had been left behind, but he emphasized that it wasn’t him who asked her to leave. Instead, Christine, Janelle, and Meri made the decision for him to depart from our shared residence.
Even though Janelle and Christine didn’t feel the need to legally divorce Kody due to their unofficial marital status, Meri petitioned their church for an official separation, known as a “release,” towards the end of 2022.
In the episode on September 22nd, she clarified, “Each of us four women were joined with Kody through our church by what we referred to as a covenant, not legally. However, since we’re not pursuing any further marriages and I don’t wish to remain bound to him eternally if he doesn’t want me, it seems appropriate to end this religious union completely.
Kody was hesitant about the concept, she noted, as she didn’t feel comfortable accepting the leadership of the church officials.
In simpler terms, Kody stated that the harm inflicted was so severe that reconciliation is no longer an option. He further clarified that he doesn’t wish to be answerable to this church for its misdoings, instead choosing to let Meri handle her own affairs. If he remains angry at her, it would lead to a conflict, which he wants to avoid. Essentially, he feels it’s best for her to move on because it has taken her a long time to accept that their issues are long settled.
The holiday gift exchange conversation in 2021 between the Brown family became quite contentious for the 18 offspring. As Christine explained, “Things took a turn for the worse, things fell apart.” The divide was apparent as Kody and Robyn, along with their children, stood on one side and refused any involvement from Janelle, me, and our kids. This text conversation thread led to a rift within the family afterward.
According to Robyn, her older children expressed that the interaction was uncomfortable for them and felt it necessary to distance themselves from the relationship temporarily. However, she clarified that this wasn’t a matter of cutting off all contact or having no desire to see her again; instead, they simply felt the situation had become unpleasant.
For his part, Gabriel is hoping that they could find their way back to each other.
He revealed on October 13 that what he yearns for most is rekindling a relationship with Robyn’s kids. In middle school, Aurora was the one he enjoyed spending time with the most. High school found him trying to connect with Dayton frequently. However, he isn’t optimistic about forming a bond with their father and Robyn.
Aurora clarified that she was repeatedly informed, in various situations and by numerous individuals, that she was not welcomed as a part of the family when her mother married Kody in 2010. They never regarded her as their sister, and they did not perceive or treat her in that manner.
Her sister Breanna expressed that she believed the parents could have made more effort to strengthen our family bond, but unfortunately, this connection never materialized.
But Christine isn’t sure how they could have opened their arms any wider.
Robyn’s children and Robyn themselves were always welcomed to all events, she emphasized. I might put it as, ‘Feel free to drop by, consider this house your second home anytime.’
Simultaneously, she mentioned, her daughter Ysabel Brown shared a strong bond with Robyn’s children, and Mykelti Brown Padron even resided with them for a while. She explained, “There were challenging periods, and my children felt exasperated at times, but they regarded Robyn’s kids as their siblings just as closely.
Speaking enthusiastically about the freedom it provided, Janelle explained her perspective on plural marriage: “When it works well, it offers an extraordinary family system that you’re integrated into, a community where you belong. You have a husband and enjoy a strong bond with him, yet you retain all your independence too. In my view, plural marriage was truly a wonderful setup.
Kody, however, wouldn’t say “I do” to polygamy again.
He expressed his viewpoint during the December 1st broadcast: “Polygamy hinders emotional intimacy.” He further explained that it tends to make everyone guarded, and what he desires is an emotionally open, intimate relationship with a woman. However, such a connection is difficult to achieve in polygamous relationships.
As a lifestyle expert, I’d put it this way: In my opinion, when our family moved from Las Vegas to Arizona in 2018, Kody found it particularly challenging to distribute his affection evenly among us all.
On the September 29th episode, I observed that when Kody relocated to Flagstaff, he found it simpler to be apart from me. Occasionally, I had to gently remind him about our arrangement, as he’d occasionally cite exhaustion to avoid visiting my home. I found myself saying, “You can rest just as well here at my house as you do at Robyn’s.
In simpler terms, Janelle stated that her kids were reprimanded for opening Robyn’s refrigerator. This indicates the distance her children felt from Robyn because, as Christine’s kids observed, Robyn was in a relationship with their father but not present in their household.
And Robyn said her crew definitely felt the divide.
She mentioned that Meri welcomed both me and my children warmly, whereas the rest of the family found it challenging to accept us, as she expressed during the September 29th broadcast. Essentially, our aim was to become an integral part of their family.
However, Gabriel might contend that he and his kin made extraordinary efforts to welcome them into their group.
In the October 13th show, he expressed his belief that Robyn seems to have a tendency to perceive herself as a victim, which he explained straightforwardly. He didn’t place blame on her for this, but rather suggested that each person has their own unique strategies to navigate life’s challenges.
Instead, he added, “If Robyn truly thinks we mistreated her or her children while she received special treatment from your father and we focused on building relationships with them, then it seems impossible for me to have any kind of relationship with Robyn in the future.
During a recent episode on September 29th, Kody shared how the frequent movement between four homes by their father had an impact on him and his 18 children. He recounted a specific instance when his youngest child with Robyn, Ariella (born in January 2016), became emotional and held onto his leg as he was about to leave.
Kody expressed that he had to tell her, “‘I have another wife and children who need me, another family,’ was what I had to say.” He added, “She clung to my legs, crying, ‘Don’t abandon me, Daddy.’ It’s really tough for me.
Unfortunately, that’s just a reality of plural marriage, insisted Janelle.
Right from the start, she made it clear to her children that their father wouldn’t always be around. It seemed to me that Kody and Robyn handled the situation poorly with their children. He couldn’t stay away for more than a few days because Ari gets so upset. I believe this was poor parenting. Throughout the family’s history, the other kids have been separated from their father as well, and they turned out to be well-adjusted adults.
As one of the few Brown kids maintaining strong bonds with Robyn, Kody, Christine, and Janelle, I often found myself serving as a mediator during Kody’s divorce proceedings, with my role becoming particularly significant for my sister Mykelti.
Since Robyn joined the Brown family, Mykelti felt close to her from the start and asked her to be present during the birth of her twins in November 2022 – named Archer and Ace.
During the September 29th episode, Mykelti expressed that upon Robyn’s arrival in our family, I was grappling with self-discovery. She made me feel unique and acknowledged, she was a beacon of support for me when I needed someone. In my time of need, she was there to listen, to offer love.
Christine couldn’t have been more delighted when Robyn joined their family and it was clear that she and Mykelti had a strong bond. On the Oct. 6 episode, Christine expressed this by saying, “I had always hoped for something like this when I dreamed of having a plural family, and seeing my kids build such positive relationships with other mothers is truly fulfilling.
I’m not just feeling excluded by my wives, it seems they’re intentionally keeping me at arm’s length as a form of retribution for a wrong I didn’t commit. The truth is, I’ve only been found guilty of not being able to fall deeply in love with the women who are their mothers.” (Oct. 6 episode)
What’s more, he continued, he think his former spouses are a bit to blame.
He expressed that the strain in his relationship with his kids is largely due to negative comments, stating, “It’s mostly my mind playing tricks because of all the gossip.” He further explained, “There’s this emotional storm stirred by our family’s breakup, and it feels as if the finger is being pointed at me. It seems like, ‘Oh, Dad must be the one to blame here.’
However, though he bears some responsibility for the situation, he strongly objects to the name-calling. In fact, when asked about his relationship with Hunter, Maddie, and Gabriel, Kody admitted that one of his children had texted him saying, “You are worthless. I wouldn’t talk to you again even if I tried.
In another occurrence, he expressed to the cameras, “One of my children recently stated, ‘You’re a jerk. I won’t ever speak to you again. You’ve manipulated me and indoctrinated me.’
He’s unwilling to continue handling the venomous situations, as he stated, “I won’t always reach out.” He believes it’s time for his elders to step up and address the issues at hand. However, he’s prepared to take action, but only if someone else is ready to meet him halfway and make an effort too.
For Robyn, watching Kody’s estrangement from his adult children hit far too close to home.
As a child, her parents went through a divorce. At that time, her father lived with another woman in a different city, while her mother lived on her own. She recalled asking him why he wasn’t around during her childhood, only to receive weak explanations that didn’t make sense and left her feeling disappointed.
Instead of halting his attempts due to Kody’s hurt feelings, she wasn’t going to let that happen. In an intense confrontation caught on camera at the end of 2022, she expressed her struggle not to feel like she might lose a bit of respect for him, saying: “I find it hard not to feel this way.
Kody admitted that he might not be doing enough to fix things with his children, but he emphasized the need for him to heal his own heart first.
In a recent disclosure, it was mentioned that he believes some of his children are conspiring against him. He expressed, “I’ve become so enraged by the situation that when I engage with my kids, I fear they might provoke me with allegations. At this moment, I worry that my temper will flare up and instead of resolving things, I may cause further harm.
Although many members of their family were present at Logan’s wedding to Michelle Petty in October 2022, it seemed that they didn’t express much affection during the ceremony.
In the October 6th episode, Kody expressed his displeasure to Robyn, stating that he noticed Madison hastily removing her children from him, which he found troubling. He mentioned that Madison hadn’t shared with him that she was expecting her third child, daughter Josephine, who was born in February 2023, implying that she had not informed him of her pregnancy.
Frankly, Maddie doesn’t tell her dad much of anything with the two rarely speaking.
Janelle clarified that Maddie doesn’t interact with Kody. This is because Maddie is extremely careful about her children’s well-being. Kody hasn’t been around since Evie was born, who is now three and a half years old. Maddie didn’t want him to unexpectedly appear at the wedding, act casual, and claim to be their grandfather, leaving the kids confused with the question, “Who is this man?
Kody expressed that it’s impractical for grandparents to always be involved in their grandchildren’s lives, particularly when moving family members to another coast. Given his obligations in Flagstaff, he has his own work and personal life to attend to. (Referencing Maddie’s location in North Carolina)
It’s evident that Kody and his grown children hold contrasting perspectives regarding their current estrangement, with a significant disagreement being centered around Kody’s insistence on receiving an apology or acknowledgment of fault from his side.
Following the end of the COVID-19 crisis and our return to our regular lives, there was still a rift within our family that we couldn’t mend, according to Janelle. This stemmed from Kody feeling that his sons should apologize, particularly to Robyn, for something that had occurred. Over time, this issue evolved into something more, and as she put it in the Oct. 13 episode, they simply needed to have a conversation with her about it.
In essence, Janelle expressed that Kody felt his children weren’t faithful to him, adding, “and the one who holds the most value in this family, the one who has given her heart and soul, has been treated unkindly or disrespectfully – something like that.” She responded with a dismissive tone, saying, “‘Whatever Kody. Yeah, whatever.’
Gabriel expressed a similar viewpoint when he narrated his talk with his father. “He persistently implied that I should offer an apology,” he told Janelle. “Finally, I said something like, ‘Hey, if you’re not genuinely prepared to rebuild our relationship and make amends, then we won’t communicate anymore.’ A few days later, he texted me back. He wrote, ‘Hey, I’ve been considering what you’ve said. I forgive you, Forgive me.’ I responded, ‘Forgive me for what?’
Among his six children with Janelle, Kody primarily maintains contact only with his youngest child, Savanah. While it’s not a regular occurrence, he contacts her every couple of months and they spend time together. The rest of their kids don’t seem to have much interaction or connection with him. (Janelle explained this in the Oct. 13 episode)
Regarding Savannah, who completed high school in 2023, it is her belief that her four elder brothers have assumed a paternal role in her life. In fact, she has admitted to Janelle that she might ask her siblings to accompany her down the aisle at some point in the future.
Janelle shared, “I’ve discussed the matter with Savanah, and she expressed, ‘It seems clear to me now that this is the kind of father he will be – one who joins us for fun times but isn’t always present. I can accept him as he is. It’s alright.’
Janelle, however, is less forgiving.
She expressed her exasperation with Kody, saying, ‘I can’t help but feel frustrated.’ In my experience, I’ve witnessed similar situations. Many women I’ve collaborated with in the past have divorced, only to find that the father disappears from their children’s lives.
Initially, when a strain developed between them, Gabriel found it particularly difficult as Kody often invited Gabriel along during his work travels, a role that demonstrated Kody’s active involvement as a father. However, Janelle noted a change in Kody over the last couple of years, suggesting less engagement.
Although Gabriel is puzzled about what he might have done to upset his father, during the Oct. 13 episode, he expressed, “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’s content with his father not being present in his life. Moreover, it’s a desire she harbors for all her children, and she believes they are gradually reaching this state.
For his part, Kody also seems resigned to the situation.
He expressed regret that Gabriel seems upset, stating in a private moment that he has attempted to reach out to him several times, yet those efforts have been unsuccessful. However, this doesn’t imply that he didn’t make an effort to connect with him.
In late 2022, Meri was the one who ended her relationship with Kody, by asking for and obtaining what their church refers to as a “release,” citing abandonment as the reason.
She pointed out on the October 13 episode that he dislikes that particular word because it doesn’t align with his feelings of not having left her. Instead, she feels that he has.
To put it simply, I found myself feeling overlooked by him until the point when I chose to depart, so as to let him assert, “I have no involvement.
And Kody didn’t totally deny that he had a bit of a strategy.
He admitted he had long since moved past the situation, but in all fairness, he was apprehensive about confronting her directly due to fear of her reaction. After all, Meri had never been faithful to him throughout their relationship, a fact that always worried him. It’s more about preserving his reputation, as divorce often tarnishes one’s image.
Instead, alleged Meri, it was hers that was being tarnished.
In a reflective tone, I find myself saddened by Kody’s recent perspectives on our marriage. It appears his perspective has shifted, yet the portrayal of me he shares with others seems far from reality. The narratives being circulated about me are, unfortunately, unfounded.
Before Christina parted ways with Kody, it became apparent to her that they were not well-suited based on a relationship assessment suggested by their marriage counselor in Las Vegas.
Christine outlined the traits she desired in a partner, including effective communication skills, consistent presence in family life, and genuine attraction to her. However, Kody didn’t meet these criteria, as she admitted during the Oct. 20 episode, saying, “He doesn’t fit any of those qualities I listed,” followed by, “No, you’re not.
The letter played a significant role in her swift realization that David Woolley was her match.
She praised the widower, father of eight, saying that family means everything to him. He runs his own drywall company, is known for his sincerity and authenticity, and is an excellent communicator.
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