Sister Wives’ Kody Brown Explains Stance on Daughter’s Bisexuality

Sister Wives’ Kody Brown Explains Stance on Daughter's Bisexuality

As a seasoned observer of human dynamics, I find myself deeply moved by the stories unfolding within the Brown family. Each member seems to be grappling with their own unique challenges and navigating their paths towards personal growth and happiness.


Kody Brown is sharing his opinion on his daughter Gwendlyn Brown’s love life.

On the November 10th episode of “Sister Wives”, Kody and his ex-wife, Christine Brown, united to celebrate their 23-year-old daughter’s engagement to Beatriz Queiroz. During this broadcast, they also opened up about their feelings regarding their daughter identifying as bisexual.

Kody expressed that he’s fine with Gwen getting married to a woman. In her confession, Gwen mentioned that while she has come out, she wasn’t always clear in expressing this, discussing instead her attraction towards both men and women.

In a 2022 episode of Sister Wives, Gwendlyn openly discussed her sexual orientation, stating, “I am drawn to both men and women, as well as individuals who identify within the broader range of gender identities.

In the episode of TLC’s series on November 10th, Kody expressed his perspective about the LGBTQ+ community. He said, “I had a personal encounter with God where he told me, ‘I judge,’ but he also instructed me, ‘And you love.’ That’s how I choose to live if I can.

Regarding Christine, the one who escorted her future spouse, David Woolley, to their engagement gathering, she openly acknowledged that the family had already become aware of it when Gwendlyn made her announcement about being gay.

Sister Wives’ Kody Brown Explains Stance on Daughter's Bisexuality

And the mother of six was thrilled by her daughter finding her future wife.

Christine expressed her feelings by saying, “Gwendlyn and Bea are now engaged. Bea is incredibly cool and unbelievably sweet,” she added in her personal reflection. “When I see Gwendlyn’s eyes sparkle around Bea, it’s heartwarming. The two of them together just seem so comfortable with each other. They make a really adorable couple. It’s always such a comfort to know that your child has found their match.

The gathering transformed into quite a spectacle, being the first time when Kody and his current wife, Robyn Brown (as he parted ways from exes Janelle Brown and Meri Brown a year after Christine departed), encountered Christine and David. Additionally, there was an extra factor that made Kody and Robyn uneasy: the temporary tattoo booth.

Kody made it clear that he’s not against tattoos, but admitted he has an unease or fear about them.

Christine disagreed, noting, “Kody hated tattoos. They physically repulsed him.”

Since their wedding was held in October 2023, just three months following Gwendlyn and Beatriz’s ceremony, Christine and David decided to get matching tattoos at the reception. They chose a Celtic symbol for new beginnings to be tattooed on them, having only dated for less than two months prior.

For more bombshells from this season of Sister Wives, read on.

Sister Wives’ Kody Brown Explains Stance on Daughter's Bisexuality

Kody Brown expressed his intention of parting ways with 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 a fresh beginning. Yet, Meri felt that Kody had often given her false hopes by saying such things. This, she explained during the Sept. 15 premiere, was not a new occurrence; it was something he had been doing for many years.

In my perspective, one area where I find a significant concern is his inconsistency in expressing himself. This includes his feelings, desires, boundaries, and the narrative he has been presenting throughout our journey together.

Kody admitted there might have been some confusion in his actions, but as he began to tackle tasks, he found himself questioning, “What’s the point of doing this?” He clarified that he wouldn’t pursue a 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 they were here for me, ready to support me, and it was long overdue.” Now, with newfound clarity, she believes he had been subtly urging her to depart for years by claiming he didn’t care for her. “Because if I walk away on my own accord,” she explained, “he wouldn’t be seen as the villain because he didn’t abandon ship himself.

Sister Wives’ Kody Brown Explains Stance on Daughter's Bisexuality

A number of years following their acquisition of a 14-acre property in Flagstaff, Ariz., intended for construction, Kody expressed in the season opener that he was prepared to let the aspiration fade away. Despite not having the full $820,000 needed to construct (reportedly paid off in 2023), he conveyed to his remaining wife Robyn Brown, “I’d almost prefer to abandon it or sell it and then start anew somewhere else.

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

Sister Wives’ Kody Brown Explains Stance on Daughter's Bisexuality

Previously, Janelle Brown expressed to TopMob News that the relationship started drifting apart. However, it was Kody’s shortcomings in his parental duties towards certain children that ultimately led her to make the decision to depart.

In simpler terms, 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 her children deteriorated and it appeared he wasn’t making significant efforts to mend it. She added that this realization made her understand what had been keeping her there all along.

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

She stated that it seems impossible for her to make peace with him and allow him to be in a relationship with her children. Instead, she has decided to prioritize her children.

Sister Wives’ Kody Brown Explains Stance on Daughter's Bisexuality

Kody provided this reasoning behind his lack of effort in repairing the strained relationships with several of his grown children: he didn’t push himself harder to bridge the gaps.

In the September 15th episode, he expressed his feelings of not belonging within the family anymore. Despite being fully married to Robyn and jointly raising their five children – Dayton Brown, Aurora Brown, Breanna Brown, Solomon Brown, and Ariella Brown – he also mentioned having occasional relationships with some other kids. Feeling that these connections are infrequent, he questioned, “What am I supposed to do with all of this? It doesn’t feel like a family.

Sister Wives’ Kody Brown Explains Stance on Daughter's Bisexuality

Although they were genuinely committed for the first time in their 14-year marriage during this season, Robyn admitted that things between them had never been as difficult. “It’s been challenging for us,” she said. “Kody doesn’t know who to blame – himself or one of the other wives. He feels a lot of rejection and I think he’s worried I might reject him too.

In light of the situation, I find myself constantly vigilant. I’m doing my best to ensure he doesn’t undermine our relationship. The most challenging aspect, in a nutshell, is the lack of guidance when dealing with the fact that I’m still married to a man who seems to be going through multiple divorces.

Meanwhile, Kody was grappling with a lack of self-confidence, admitting, “I find it hard to tell my reflection, ‘You’re great, buddy.’

In the October 27 episode, Robyn observed that her ex-sister wives were transitioning into a fresh phase. She felt like she was the one who was left out or overlooked in their progression.

Sister Wives’ Kody Brown Explains Stance on Daughter's Bisexuality

It was disclosed in the premiere that Madison, Janelle’s eldest child, is currently not in a relationship with Kody. As Janelle clarified, there have been no discussions between Maddie and her father, neither has called the other, and they don’t have any contact at present. Essentially, Maddie has distanced herself from both Kody and Robin.

Janelle pointed out that Kody’s relationship with Maddie’s children, Axel, Evangalynn, and Josephine, is not fully committed: “She feels he should only interact with them if he’s prepared to make a firm commitment about it.

Consequently, during the September 22 episode, Janelle revealed that Kody had essentially stopped communicating with Maddie and her husband Caleb Brush when the family began to disintegrate.

In Janelle’s words, since Kody hasn’t been around or in contact, Maddie has taken on a very protective role, almost like an overly protective mother. She has expressed that until he can be reliable and avoid unnecessary drama, it might be best for them if they keep him out of the picture.

Furthermore, as Robyn has been urging Kody to reconnect and repair their issues, she also expressed her opinion that the children should take similar steps in this matter.

Currently, Kody appears unwilling to mend the rift, expressing frustration that each conversation with his daughter felt like fishing for gossip and left him feeling exhausted.

Sister Wives’ Kody Brown Explains Stance on Daughter's Bisexuality

During their 32nd anniversary celebration, Meri told her friend Brandi that “He hinted at not having ever truly loved me and feeling compelled to marry me.” She added, “‘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 solitary young man decide to marry a solitary young woman if he didn’t initially feel love for her? Isn’t it unkind to select someone from a sea of faces and then declare, ‘I choose you, hoping to make myself fall in love for the next three decades’?

In his private thoughts, Kody stated: “Well, Meri is making some allegations. She can say what she pleases. I won’t be 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 a precarious state throughout, to which he attributed his closer bonds with Janelle, Christine, and Robyn.

He acknowledged that he should have ended the relationship about 25 years back, yet he remained due to fear. Remarkably, he pointed out that authority would not permit remarriage if one is disposing of spouses.

Sister Wives’ Kody Brown Explains Stance on Daughter's Bisexuality

Despite being uncertain whether to develop Coyote Pass or just sell it, Janelle mentioned that her first move would be settling the Arizona property debt. Since Kody refused to discuss the matter with her, she expressed to ex-sister wife Christine Brown in the September 22 episode that “I feel like I might need a lawyer.” She added, “That seems to be the only way I can possibly get any sort of decision out of him.

In her own words, Janelle admitted that since she doesn’t have a legally recognized marriage with Kody, “I don’t actually have any legal grounds to make any kind of claim on his property.” She further explained, “It’s not as simple as calling a lawyer and asking for a divorce. Instead, it’s quite complex because there’s no legal union between us.

Sister Wives’ Kody Brown Explains Stance on Daughter's Bisexuality

Kody explained that he had stopped discussing the Arizona property with Janelle because he no longer felt he could rely on her trustworthiness.

He firmly stated during the September 22nd broadcast, “When the appropriate time arrives, we’ll settle the property. I prefer not to share specifics about my actions or anything else, as I’ve had enough of revealing details that get distorted through the rumor mill of our fractured family.

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

She explained, “He talks too much, revealing details about his past relationships and multiple spouses which left me feeling uncomfortable, as if he shouldn’t be sharing such things with me.

Sister Wives’ Kody Brown Explains Stance on Daughter's Bisexuality

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

On the September 22nd episode, Janelle explained that they had traditionally dedicated all available resources to help one individual, followed by collective support for another – this was how things were until around the last ten years. However, now it seems to be more about personal estates and everyone wanting their own independent wealth.

When Robyn required a house in Arizona, everyone contributed towards purchasing her luxurious $1.65 million, five-bedroom property – this high-end abode had been available for purchase since August of last year.

According to Robyn, the plan was for the property to benefit the entire family. However, when Janelle proposed that they all be co-signers on the mortgage, she faced resistance. Kody replied, “No, no, we have to safeguard, you understand, protect Robyn’s inheritance,” as Janelle later recalled. Now that she’s leaving the family, Janelle expressed her desire to receive her share of the Coyote Pass earnings and also recover the money she invested in Robyn’s house.

But that could be a tough sell. 

Robyn remarked, “After all this time working side by side, it’s perplexing to me.” And when Janelle mentioned she was due money from them, Robyn expressed her confusion, saying, “I can’t wrap my head around it. I just don’t know how you determine that or figure it out.

Sister Wives’ Kody Brown Explains Stance on Daughter's Bisexuality

In my role as a lifestyle advisor, let me share my perspective. Speaking from personal experience, I’ve found myself in a situation where discussions about our financial obligations, such as Coyote Pass, can become complex. Kody mentioned having numerous other debts, yet it seems to me that he has been acquiring assets like trailers and home decorations.

Janelle often found it puzzling about the state of Kody and Robyn’s finances, but she would frequently express amazement over how beautifully maintained Robyn’s backyard was. It seemed completely finished, and there was always an abundance of items at her house. Her reaction was usually something like, “Wow. Huh.

Essentially, she expressed that he neglected her needs and desires, which over time became a source of frustration. To quote her, “I eventually realized this, and even my grown children were growing increasingly upset, expressing things like, ‘Mom, what’s going on here?’

In a different words, Robyn became cautious about managing her finances following the breakdown of her initial marriage.

She revealed in the Sept. 22 episode that she wasn’t very good with managing money earlier. Growing up, she faced financial hardships, and it was during her divorce that she learned to budget wisely and effectively. As for her fellow sister wives, she suggested they may have had different spending priorities compared to hers.

Sister Wives’ Kody Brown Explains Stance on Daughter's Bisexuality

Currently, as shown in the September 22 episode, it was stated by Janelle that when she and Christine (mother of Aspyn Brown, Mykelti Brown Padron, Paedon Brown, Gwendlyn Brown, Ysabel Brown, and Truely Brown) gather with their families, there is little to no communication with Meri or Robyn, nor does Kody. She doesn’t anticipate this situation improving significantly in the near future.

Sister Wives’ Kody Brown Explains Stance on Daughter's Bisexuality

Speaking fondly about the period when they lived in four houses on a single cul-de-sac during their Las Vegas stay, Kody remarked, “That time was absolutely amazing for me. Things were running smoothly and it was wonderful to have Maddie and Caleb around. And I must say, I held a special affection for Caleb; he felt like family.

However, discord arose in Arizona regarding coronavirus safety measures. This conflict later extended to his personal life as his marriages dissolved, leading him to remark that his connections with the children deteriorated too: “It simply turned all those relationships bitter.

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

She stated during the September 22 broadcast that the children who seemed upset had been feeling this way long before her departure. Her absence didn’t impact their bond with him; Kody has the ability 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 treated, and it’s hard for me to move past that point.” He added, “I refuse to accept blame for things my wife or ex-wife is accusing me of. I pray for a time when our contempt will fade away, allowing us to find forgiveness and love once more.

Sister Wives’ Kody Brown Explains Stance on Daughter's Bisexuality

At the age of 21 and 19, Kody and Meri admitted they weren’t particularly well-acquainted with each other when they got married, both spiritually and legally. (Later on, in 2014, they decided to file for divorce so that Kody could legally adopt Robyn’s three older children from her previous marriage.)

When we got married, she seemed quite different from what I’m used to now, and I believe there were some unspoken issues or past experiences (baggage) that Meri had which I wasn’t aware of. At first, I thought I could deal with it, but as time went on, everything turned into arguments. To be honest, I can’t endure a life where she is always upset with me.

Speaking from personal experience, I found myself bound within a plural marriage, as Kody put it. If one wishes to remain faithful and committed to our shared faith, a divorce is not an option – it’s simply not allowed. Consequently, I was unable to escape the relationship. However, my feelings were not entirely negative towards it. Instead, I yearned for understanding if there was any chance of salvaging and repairing our bond together.

In my expert opinion on lifestyle matters, it appears there’s a misunderstanding between them due to conflicting expectations. To put it simply, when we’re together, Meri seems to lack the qualities that make for an enjoyable experience – warmth, humor, compassion, and intrigue. I find myself growing tired instead of curious about her company.

To be fair, he added, he could see why Meri felt abandoned, “But I didn’t kick me out. Christine, Janelle and Meri all chose to have me leave the home.”

Sister Wives’ Kody Brown Explains Stance on Daughter's Bisexuality

Despite not technically being married, Janelle and Christine requested no immediate divorce from Kody, but Meri sought a formal separation, known as a ‘release’, through their church in the last months of 2022.

In the September 22 episode, she clarified, “All four of us women were united with Kody through our church in a religious sense, not legally. We referred to it as a covenant. Since we’re no longer pursuing marriage and I don’t wish to be bound to him for eternity if he doesn’t desire me, I believe it’s right to dissolve this covenant completely. In other words, we should separate ourselves entirely.

Kody hesitated about the concept, she noted, as she wasn’t keen on recognizing the leadership of the church officials.

Look, as an ardent fan, I feel compelled to express that the harm inflicted was so profound that reconciliation seems impossible under any circumstances. Frankly, if there’s accountability to be had before God, I’d rather skip the accountability to this church and its complexities. Consequently, I plan to let Meri chart her own course because if I harbor anger towards her, it escalates into a heated confrontation. Honestly, I just want her out of sight because it feels like an endless cycle of her clinging to something that’s been over for years.

Sister Wives’ Kody Brown Explains Stance on Daughter's Bisexuality

The holiday gift exchange conversation in 2021 escalated into an unpleasant situation for the 18 Brown children, as Christine explained. “Things just fell apart, things took a turn for the worse,” she said. It seemed that Kody and Robyn, along with their kids, were on one side, while Janelle, me, and our children were excluded from their plans. As a result, a rift developed following this text conversation.

Robyn expressed that her older children perceived the interaction as “uncomfortable emotionally” and decided it would be best for them to distance themselves from the relationship. However, she emphasized that it wasn’t a matter of not wanting to see or interact with her again; rather, they were indicating that things 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 yearns for most is reconnecting with Robyn’s children. In middle school, Aurora was his preferred companion, and in high school, he often tried to get in touch with Dayton. However, he isn’t optimistic about developing a relationship with their father and Robyn.

Sister Wives’ Kody Brown Explains Stance on Daughter's Bisexuality

Aurora asserted that she had been informed repeatedly, by various individuals and under different circumstances, that she wasn’t welcomed into the family when her mother married Kody in 2010. She emphasized that they never regarded nor accepted her as their sister.

Breanna stated that she believed the parents might have made more efforts to bring our family closer together, but this connection never truly materialized.

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

As a devoted follower, I’d put it this way: “Robyn’s children and Robyn are always welcome at any gathering,” I emphasized. “They can drop by our home whenever they feel like it.

Simultaneously, she noted, her daughter Ysabel Brown shared a strong bond with Robyn’s children. In fact, Mykelti Brown Padron resided with them for a while. She said, “There were challenging periods and my children felt exasperated at times, but they viewed Robyn’s children as their siblings regardless.

Sister Wives’ Kody Brown Explains Stance on Daughter's Bisexuality

Speaking enthusiastically about the freedom it offers, Janelle expressed her view on polygamy as follows: “When it works well, it creates an extraordinary family structure that you’re a part of, a community where you feel connected. You have a husband and enjoy a wonderful relationship with him, but also maintain all your personal independence. In my perspective, plural marriage was truly a fantastic setup.

Sister Wives’ Kody Brown Explains Stance on Daughter's Bisexuality

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

On the September 29th episode, it was observed that Kody found living in Flagstaff more conducive to being apart from others. Occasionally, she would have to remind him to visit her home. He’d often make excuses about 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.

Sister Wives’ Kody Brown Explains Stance on Daughter's Bisexuality

In simpler terms, Janelle asserted that her children were reprimanded when they ventured into Robyn’s refrigerator. On the other hand, Christine’s kids felt distant from Robyn because she was their father’s partner but not a frequent presence in their household.

And Robyn said her crew definitely felt the divide. 

She mentioned that Meri accepted her children and herself effortlessly during the September 29th episode, however, the rest of the family found it difficult to accept them. Their goal was simply to become a part of this family.

To put it in my fervent words, I’d passionately assert that my family and I spared no effort, no sacrifice, in our relentless pursuit to welcome them into our midst.

In the October 13th episode, he expressed his belief that Robyn seems to have a tendency to view herself as a victim. To state it plainly, that’s his perspective. And while I don’t necessarily hold her accountable for this, I believe that each person develops their own methods to stay afloat in life.

Yet, he added, “If it’s truly in her mind that we mistreated her or her children while she was receiving preferential treatment from Dad and we were making efforts to build relationships with them, if she genuinely believes this, then there’s no prospect of me maintaining a relationship with Robyn.

Sister Wives’ Kody Brown Explains Stance on Daughter's Bisexuality

It was evident during the September 29th episode that Kody’s frequent moves between four homes significantly impacted his 18 children. He recounted an instance where Ariella, Robyn’s youngest born in January 2016, became upset and clung to him as he tried to depart, highlighting the emotional toll this lifestyle takes on them.

Kody stated, “‘I had to tell her that another wife and family require my attention. I have other children who need me as well,’ he expressed. “She clung to me, crying ‘Don’t abandon me, Daddy, don’t leave me.’ It’s incredibly difficult for me,” he added.

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 due to his frequent absences. I’ve often felt that Kody and Robyn mishandled this situation with their kids. He was unable to stay away for more than a few days because Ari gets so distressed. To me, that seems like a lack of good parenting. Throughout the family’s history, the other children have handled similar situations and turned out to be well-adjusted adults.

Sister Wives’ Kody Brown Explains Stance on Daughter's Bisexuality

Among the scarce young individuals from the Brown family, Mykelti was the one who maintained a connection with both Robyn, Kody, and also Christine and Janelle. During Kody’s separations, it was Mykelti who assumed the role of mediator to keep peace within the family.

From the very start when Robyn joined the Brown family, Mykelti extended an invitation for her 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 discovering myself. Robyn made me feel unique and understood. She was a source of comfort when I needed someone. She was there for me when I needed somebody to listen to me, to care for me.

Christine was overjoyed beyond measure when she saw Robyn joining the family and forming a wonderful bond with Mykelti. On the October 6 episode, she expressed her feelings by saying, “I had always dreamt of having a large family where my children would have strong relationships with other mothers. And now that I see my kids getting along so well with each other, it’s everything I ever hoped for.

Sister Wives’ Kody Brown Explains Stance on Daughter's Bisexuality

Kody believes that his wives aren’t just distancing themselves from him; they are deliberately excluding him as a form of retribution for a crime he didn’t commit, according to his explanation during the October 6 episodes. This estrangement, he added, seems to be primarily due to the fact that he did not fall deeply in love with their mothers.

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

He stated, “The strain in my bond with my kids primarily stems from negative chatter in my mind.” He further explained, “I feel a vortex of disillusionment due to the family separation, and it seems as though, subconsciously, I’m assigning blame – ‘It must be Dad’s fault. Dad made a mistake.’

However, though he accepts some responsibility, he strongly objects to the insults hurled at him. In particular, he admitted that he was having difficulty bonding with Hunter, Maddie, and Gabriel. Kody confided that one of his children replied to a text message 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 behaving badly. I will no longer speak to you. You’ve deceived me and indoctrinated me.’

He’s unwilling to continue addressing the issue with venom. “I won’t stretch out my hand indefinitely,” he stated, pointing out that he believes his elders should contribute more towards resolving matters. “I’m prepared to put forth effort, but someone else needs to reciprocate by putting in effort as well.

Sister Wives’ Kody Brown Explains Stance on Daughter's Bisexuality

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

During the Oct. 6 episode, she shared that when she was small, 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 recounted one instance where she questioned him about what had happened and why he wasn’t around during her childhood. All he offered were weak explanations, which left her feeling disappointed.

As a devoted fan, I must admit, it wasn’t easy to watch Kody’s heartbreak not deter her from giving her best. During their intense confrontation, captured on camera towards the end of 2022, she candidly expressed, “I can’t help but feel like my respect for you might be waning a bit.

Although Kody admitted that he could put in more effort to repair his bond with his children, he stressed the importance of healing his own heart first.

Expressing his frustration, he admitted, “Some of my children seem to be working together against me, and I fear that if we converse, they might provoke me with allegations. I’m currently too emotional and easily upset. I’m afraid I’ll only make things worse in the heat of the moment.

Sister Wives’ Kody Brown Explains Stance on Daughter's Bisexuality

Although many members of their family attended when Logan married Michelle Petty in October 2022, it was evident that they didn’t share the same warmth or affection during the event.

In the October 6th episode, Kody voiced his displeasure to Robyn, mentioning that he was surprised when Madison hastily removed her children from him, as he hadn’t known about her pregnancy with their third child, Josephine, who was born in February 2023. Essentially, he expressed that she didn’t inform him about her expecting condition.

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

Janelle clarified why her daughter, Maddie, avoided Kody at the wedding: “Maddie has no connection with him,” she said. “She’s extremely cautious about her kids. Kody hasn’t been around since Evie was born, who is now three-and-a-half. She didn’t want him to suddenly appear and claim he’s their grandfather, leaving them confused and asking ‘Who is this man?’

Kody expressed that it can be impractical for grandparents to constantly be present in their grandchildren’s lives, using Maddie’s situation in North Carolina as an example. He noted that if you relocate your children to the opposite coast, maintaining close ties becomes more challenging due to work and personal commitments in other locations, like Flagstaff.

Sister Wives’ Kody Brown Explains Stance on Daughter's Bisexuality

It appears that Kody and his grown children hold contrasting perspectives regarding their current rift, with a notable disagreement arising over Kody’s insistence on receiving an apology or acknowledgment of wrongdoing.

Following the end of the COVID-19 situation, we resumed our usual lives, but as Janelle explained in the October 13 episode, there was still a rift within our family. Kody felt that his sons ought to apologize, particularly to Robyn, for something they had done. Over time, this issue developed and eventually, he expressed that what he really needed was for them to have a conversation with him.

In Janelle’s words, Kody was upset because he believed his children hadn’t remained faithful to him, adding that the most cherished individual in their family had been disregarded or treated unfairly. She expressed this as, “He felt like the one who’s given so much love and care has been taken for granted.” In response, she said, “Well, Kody, I don’t know what to say to that.

Gabriel expressed a comparable viewpoint, relaying a dialogue with his father. “He repeatedly suggested that I should apologize to him,” he told Janelle. “After some time, I responded, ‘Unless you’re genuinely prepared to rebuild our relationship and make amends, we won’t communicate anymore.’ A few days later, he contacted me via text, saying something like, ‘Hey, I’ve been thinking about your words. I forgive you, Please forgive me.’ My response was, ‘Forgive me for what?’

Sister Wives’ Kody Brown Explains Stance on Daughter's Bisexuality

As an ardent admirer, let me rephrase it this way: Among his six offspring he fathered with Janelle, I can only claim a sporadic relationship with my youngest daughter, Savanah. It’s not often, but approximately every two months or so, we manage to catch up over the phone and occasionally go out together. Regrettably, I find that the rest of our children share little to no bond with me.

Concerning Savannah, who completed high school in the year 2023, she perceives her four elder brothers as assuming a fatherly role. In fact, Savannah has expressed to Janelle that she might ask her siblings to escort her during her future wedding ceremony.

Janelle mentioned that she had spoken with Savanah about the matter, and Savanah said something along the lines of, ‘Well, it’s clear to me now that this is his nature.’ She described him as a dad who would visit often, we’d have great times together, but then he’d leave. Savanah understands where he stands, and she’s accepting of it.

Janelle, however, is less forgiving. 

She expressed her frustration towards Kody, stating that she has witnessed similar situations in the past. Many women she has worked with over the years got divorced, only for the children to disappear from the father’s life afterward.

Sister Wives’ Kody Brown Explains Stance on Daughter's Bisexuality

Initially, when tensions arose between them, “Gabriel found it particularly difficult as Kody often invited Gabriel along on his work trips,” as Janelle put it, explaining that Kody had been an exceptionally involved father up until recently.

Although Gabriel is puzzled about what he might have done to upset his father, during the Oct. 13 episode, he declared, “I told Dad that if he doesn’t transform 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 finds comfort in the absence of his father in his life, and it’s a wish I have for all my children too – that they too may find such peace. I believe they are all growing towards this state.

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

In a heartfelt moment, I admitted, “I genuinely feel for Gabriel, yet it’s been a recurring disappointment when he’s turned down my attempts to connect. Rest assured, my eagerness hasn’t waned; I’ve made numerous efforts to reach him.

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Meri was likely the final spouse to part ways with Kody, and she formally ended their relationship around late 2022, after seeking and obtaining what their religion terms as a “release,” based on allegations of desertion.

On the October 13th episode, she pointed out that he dislikes that particular word since it doesn’t resonate with him feeling as though he didn’t leave her. Instead, she believes he did.

To be completely honest, I felt like he paid little heed to me, almost as if he was waiting for the perfect moment – when I decided to move on – to proclaim, “I had nothing to do with it.

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

He admitted that he had moved past the situation a while ago, but felt apprehensive about confronting her due to her lack of loyalty and concerns about his reputation if they were to divorce.

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

She expressed, “It’s truly disappointing how Kody is discussing our marriage the way he is. It seems like his perspective on our relationship has shifted, but the statements he’s making about me to others, which people appear to be accepting, aren’t accurate.

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Prior to Christina parting ways with Kody, it became apparent to her that they were not a compatible pair according to written criteria, as suggested by their marriage and family therapist based in Las Vegas through an exercise he had proposed.

Christine penned down a list detailing the traits she desired in her husband. She was looking for someone who could communicate well, would be actively involved in her life and that of their children, and who found her attractive. However, Kody didn’t fit any of these criteria, as she shared on the October 20 episode, saying, “He isn’t one of those things on the list,” and further added, “No, he’s not.

The letter played a significant role in helping her realize swiftly that David Woolley was indeed her match.

She enthusiastically praised the widower father of eight, stating that family means everything to him. Known for his integrity, he runs a successful drywall business and is highly regarded for his authenticity and excellent communication skills.

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2024-11-11 14:23