As a seasoned observer of human dynamics, I find it both heartbreaking and enlightening to delve into the complex lives of the Brown family from TLC’s “Sister Wives.” Each member of this unique household has their own narrative, shaped by personal experiences, choices, and relationships.
There’s a third party causing problems in Kody Brown’s marriage to Robyn Brown.
This time, it’s not his ex-wives Janelle Brown, Christine Brown, and Meri Brown who are causing stress for the Sister Wives pair. Instead, it’s the church that is the source of stress for them. After the couple (parents to Dayton, Aurora, Breanna, Solomon, 13, and Ariella, 8) moved from Utah, first to Las Vegas and then Flagstaff, Arizona, they have been struggling to find a congregation of their Apostolic United Brethren church. This has been a persistent issue for Robyn.
In the December 8th episode of the TLC show, she clarified, “I’ve always been a part of our church. As a child, I attended a church school, which played a significant role in my daily routine. I’m concerned that our children aren’t experiencing this same upbringing.
For Robyn, being unable to find a branch of their church to attend has left a hole in her life.
She shared with her kids, “In their younger years, we used to attend frequently, and then we ventured to Las Vegas, but couldn’t return. Consequently, we’ve struggled to make it a family tradition, and the experience wasn’t particularly enjoyable. As a result, we’ve stopped going to church. Kody has very strong emotions towards our place of worship.
Kody admitted that not wanting to rejoin their church has been a source of disagreement between them.
He mentioned about his wife, “She has been quite upset because I have been distancing myself from the church she was raised in.
Additionally, Robyn and Kody’s children voiced their wish to renew ties with the group and neighborhood, indicating their eagerness for reconnection.
22-year-old college student Aurora felt a longing for the faith she’d been brought up in, as she delved deeper into understanding another religious belief system.
She shared that one factor encouraging her further was the Buddhism course she took the previous semester. She yearns for it to play a greater role in her life and seeks a sense of community associated with it.
19-year-old Breanna is longing to find love at church. “I truly desire that in my life,” she expressed in the episode. “I wish to begin dating men who share similar beliefs and have the same life aspirations as me. Therefore, I believe that would be an ideal starting point.
For Robyn, it’s about rekindling her daughter’s connection to the church, focusing on the moral principles that she personally finds important.
She admitted that they seem keen on dating someone with shared beliefs, but she remarked, “However, that’s not the purpose you should have when attending church.” Instead, she emphasized, “At this stage, I believe their focus should primarily be on their spiritual journey. Once they concentrate on that, other aspects like dating will naturally fall into place.
“One of the complex situations that Kody is grappling with in his relationships this season on Sister Wives involves religion with Robyn. At age 55, he’s also dealing with the consequences of his breakups with Janelle and Meri, as well as maintaining distance from several of his 18 children.
Janelle stated in the December 1st episode of the show that Kody is estranged from approximately 90 to 95 percent of his children. She explained that he’s generally not invited to events, and even if he does come, it’s not usually with any specific individuals.
However, it’s important to note that whether Robyn, his wife, joins him or not, it does not affect the feelings of his children.
As a lifestyle advisor, I’d like to clarify a misconception that seems to be floating around: “Some folks, like Kody for instance, might think that by keeping their partner at home, they can still attend family events.” However, this notion is quite distant from reality.
For more of the bombshells dropped this season, keep reading.
Back in 1990, I, a hopeless romantic, made my vows with Meri Brown, but it seems Kody Brown had other plans hidden up his sleeve. He’d hint at fresh starts and new beginnings, like when we relocated to Flagstaff in 2018, suggesting it would be our chance to begin anew. But as she revealed during the Sept. 15 premiere, Meri shared that these promises were just illusions he’d been casting for years. “He led me to believe those things,” she said, reflecting on their long history.
She expressed her primary issue as follows: “His inadequate communication about his true feelings, desires, and dislikes, along with the narrative he has been perpetuating over the years.
Kody admitted there might have been some confusion in his messages, but as he began working on various tasks, he found himself questioning the reasons for it. He clarified, “It just seemed illogical to me now. I wouldn’t pursue a relationship with her at this point.
Either way, Meri’s friends were thrilled when she finally pulled the plug in early 2023.
She admitted, “They essentially said, ‘We’re here for you, we’re on your side. And it’s long overdue,'” she confessed. Removing her blinkers, she now believes that he had been trying to persuade her to depart from their relationship for years by asserting he didn’t love her, “Since if he could make me leave and I do, he wouldn’t be seen as the villain because he didn’t walk away himself.
After several years since their acquisition of a 14-acre plot intended for construction in Flagstaff, Ariz., Kody admitted during the season opener that he was ready to see the dream fade away. With the requirement of fully settling the $820,000 purchase price (reportedly paid off in 2023) before building, he expressed his thoughts to wife Robyn Brown, “I’d almost prefer to abandon it or sell it and then restart somewhere new.
As for Robyn, “I can’t talk about that,” she responded. “That is so not where I’m at.”
Initially, Janelle Brown mentioned to TopMob News that they were simply drifting apart. However, it was ultimately Kody’s shortcomings as a parent towards some of their children that led her to make the decision to part ways.
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 relationship with my children deteriorated, and it appeared as though he wasn’t willing to go to great lengths to mend it. She added, “That’s what I realized was keeping me here.
In the November 3rd episode, reconciling was an absolute no-go for Janelle when Kody proposed the idea.
She stated that it seems impossible for her to make peace with him and allow him to be part of her children’s lives. However, she has made up her mind and will prioritize her children above all else.
Kody provided the reason behind his lack of effort to repair the strained relationships he had with some of his grown-up kids, as a result of this issue.
In the episode on September 15th, he expressed his feelings of not belonging within the family anymore. Despite being legally married to Robyn and co-parenting their five children – Dayton Brown, Aurora Brown, Breanna Brown, Solomon Brown, and Ariella Brown – he also maintained some connections with other children, although these were infrequent. Feeling overwhelmed by this complex situation, he questioned, “What am I supposed to do with all of this? It doesn’t feel like a family.
Even though they’ve been genuinely monogamous for the first time in their 14-year marriage in this instance, Robyn admitted in the season 19 premiere that things between them are at an all-time low. “It’s been quite challenging for us,” she said. “Kody isn’t sure whether to blame himself or one of the other wives. He feels a lot of rejection and I think he’s worried that I might reject him too.
In my own words, I find myself constantly vigilant, ensuring he doesn’t undermine our bond. The most challenging aspect for me is the lack of guidance in navigating a situation where I’m wedded to a man who seems to be going through multiple separations.
Meanwhile, Kody was grappling with a wave of self-doubt, expressing, “I find it hard to stand before a mirror and tell myself sincerely, ‘Hello there, me. I admire you.’
In the October 27th episode, Robyn observed that her ex-sister wives were transitioning into a new phase of life. She commented, “Everyone seems to be advancing, while I feel like I’m stuck in the past and left out.
Add Madison, the eldest daughter of Janelle, to the list of children who are currently not in a relationship with Kody. As stated during the premiere, “I know that Maddie hasn’t had any communication with her father,” explained Janelle. Neither has called the other, and there is no existing relationship between Madison and Kody or Robin. Essentially, she has cut them both off from her life.
The core concern, as expressed by Janelle, revolves around Kody not fully engaging in a relationship with Maddie’s children Axel, Evangalynn, and Josephine. She stated that Kody would only be allowed to maintain contact if he could make a firm commitment to it.
During the September 22 broadcast, it was revealed that Kody had effectively ended communication with Maddie and her spouse Caleb Brush when the family unit began to disintegrate significantly.
In his absence, Maddie has taken on a fierce maternal role, as my best friend Janelle put it. She’s been like a protective mama bear, feeling that until Kody can reliably visit and avoid theatrics, it might be best for our family if he stays out of the picture for now.
Moreover, Robyn mentioned that she’s been urging Kody to make amends, but she also feels that the children ought to take similar steps towards reconciliation as well.
Currently, it appears that Kody is not prepared to bridge the gap. He’s expressing frustration by saying that each conversation with his daughter felt like fishing for rumors, and he grew weary of it.
During their 32nd anniversary celebration, Meri confided in her friend Brandi that Kody had hinted he never truly loved her and felt compelled to marry her. She responded, “Kody,” I told him, “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 select a woman from among many, then promise to marry her even when he doesn’t feel love for her, claiming he’ll grow to love her over time? Seems unfair and heartless, like saying, ‘I pick you at random, and now I’m going to try to convince myself to love you for the next three decades.’
In a personal reflection, Kody stated, “Meri is making some allegations. Well, let her speak as much as she desires. I have no intentions of commenting on the matter.
Though, he would share that they never enjoyed a honeymoon period.
He emphatically stated during the October 20th episode that the marriage was in trouble from the start. And why do I know this? Because I had much stronger relationships with Janelle, Christine, and Robyn.
He admitted he “should have gotten out of the relationship 25 years ago,” but he stayed out of fear, noting, “Leadership will never allow you to marry again if you’re discarding wives.”
Despite being unsure whether to develop Coyote Pass or sell it, Janelle mentioned that the first thing she needed to do was settle the Arizona property debt. With Kody refusing to discuss the matter, she expressed to her former sister wife Christine Brown on September 22 that “I believe I’ll need legal representation.” This is because I think that’s the only way I can possibly get any resolution out of him.
In her own words, Janelle admitted that since she doesn’t have a legally recognized marriage with Kody, she has no legitimate claims on his property, explaining that it’s not as simple as seeking a divorce because there is no legal union to dissolve.
Kody doesn’t feel comfortable discussing the Arizona property with Janelle anymore, as he has lost trust in her.
He emphasized during a private moment on the September 22 episode that he will settle the property when necessary, and he’s choosing not to share any details about his actions or plans because he’s grown weary of divulging information that gets distorted through the rumor mill of our fractured family.
A bit of a pot calling the kettle black, Janelle said in her own interview.
In my line of work, I often come across individuals who can’t seem to keep their personal matters private, much like a leaky bucket. Recently, I had a conversation with someone who unintentionally spilled details about his past relationships and multiple wives – information that I wasn’t expecting or comfortable hearing, as I believe such confidences should remain within their respective circles.
In the past, when the family’s affection was growing instead of dwindling, they would combine their earnings in a common fund.
Janelle clarified during the September 22nd broadcast, “We’ve always been ready to utilize every resource for one individual, then we’d unite to aid the other. This was our practice until around a decade ago. But now, it seems, it’s more about personal property and everyone wants their own share.
When Robyn required a house in Arizona, everyone contributed to purchasing her $1.65 million five-bedroom property – it had been up for sale since August.
Initially, Robyn mentioned that buying the property would benefit the entire family. However, when Janelle proposed that they all be co-signers on the mortgage, she faced resistance. Kody responded, “No, no, we need to safeguard, you understand, protect Robyn’s inheritance,” as Janelle remembers. Now, with her departure from the family, Janelle expressed her wish to receive her share of the Coyote Pass earnings and also recover some of the funds she invested in Robyn’s house.
But that could be a tough sell.
In Robyn’s words, she remarked, “We’ve been collaborating for such a lengthy period.” When Janelle mentioned the debt she was owed, Robyn responded, “It’s just… how does one quantify it? How do you even start to calculate that figure? It’s all so perplexing.
Speaking about their ongoing financial struggles with Coyote Pass, Janelle pointed out that Kody often mentions having numerous other debts. However, she has observed him acquiring additional assets such as trailers and home decor items. “I notice all the artwork on Robyn and Kody’s walls,” she commented. “I see all these things. And I understand, I too have spent money on various things.” (Meanwhile, Kody explained that a significant portion of his funds were used for purchasing vehicles—”Basically, I had a collection”—and insurance for the children.)
Janelle often marveled at the well-maintained backyard and abundance of possessions at Robyn’s house, expressing her surprise by saying, “Wow, really? That’s interesting.
Essentially, she expressed that he didn’t give importance to her needs or desires, which became a significant problem over time. Eventually, she realized this herself and even her grown children were frustrated by it, often expressing their exasperation with phrases like, “What on earth, Mom?
Instead, let me rephrase it for you: After her first marriage ended, Robyn became quite diligent about managing her finances.
She admitted during the September 22 episode that she wasn’t very good with managing money in the past. Growing up, she faced several financial difficulties, and it was only after her divorce that she learned effective budgeting skills. Regarding her fellow sister wives, she remarked that they may have had different spending priorities than hers.
Currently, as shown in the September 22 episode, it’s been noted 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 interaction taking place between them and Meri or Robyn, nor does Kody. She doesn’t anticipate this situation changing significantly in the near future.
Reflecting on the period when four homes on a single cul-de-sac in Las Vegas represented the zenith of his life, Kody expressed, “Things were running smoothly, with Maddie and Caleb present, it made for an enjoyable experience. And I deeply admired Caleb; he was more like kin to me.
However, in Arizona, disagreements arose concerning coronavirus safety measures, which ultimately led to disarray. When his marriages dissolved, he lamented that the connections with his children deteriorated as well, expressing it thusly: “This situation tainted all those relationships.
But Christine insisted their were issues well before she announced she was leaving in late 2021.
She mentioned during the September 22 broadcast that the children who appeared frustrated had been feeling that way long before she departed. She explained that her departure did not affect the dynamics of their relationships with Kody, suggesting that he still has the ability to mend those connections with his kids.
Though it’ll definitely take some work.
Kody expressed his feelings, saying, “I’m still deeply upset about how I’ve been perceived because of my experiences. To clarify, I can’t accept blame for incidents that my wife or ex-wife insists I was responsible for. I pray for the day when our resentment fades and we can rediscover forgiveness and love.
At the age of 21 and 19, Kody and Meri got married, both legally and spiritually, but they weren’t particularly well-acquainted with each other. They later filed for divorce in 2014 so that Kody could adopt Robyn’s three older children from a previous marriage.
In our wedding, she seemed quite distinct from what I later came to know about her, and there appeared to be some past issues or emotional baggage she carried which I wasn’t aware of at first. Initially, I felt capable of dealing with it, but as time passed, everything seemed like a constant struggle because she was often angry with me. In essence, I can no longer live in a state where this anger is a recurring theme.
Despite his desire to depart, he found himself bound by the circumstances. Kody explained that a man in plural marriage cannot seek a divorce if he wishes to remain loyal and devoted. Consequently, he was unable to escape from that partnership. However, it’s important to note that he didn’t necessarily yearn for an exit; instead, he sought understanding as to whether they could salvage and mend the relationship.
Admittedly, there were times when I believed we could resolve our issues, as Meri seemed to think so too. However, whenever we interacted, I found myself expressing frustration. She didn’t seem warm or engaging, and our conversations often left me feeling uninterested and bored. I yearn for curiosity and excitement in our relationship, but at this point, it feels elusive.
In a sense of fairness, he mentioned, it was understandable that Meri might feel deserted, “However, I didn’t force her out. Instead, Christine, Janelle, and Meri each decided for me to depart from our shared residence.
Even though Janelle and Christine perceived that they didn’t require a divorce from Kody since their union wasn’t legally recognized, Meri sought an official church-sanctioned separation, known as a release, towards the end of 2022.
In the recent episode on September 22nd, I shared that when my four fellow brides and I tied the knot with Kody, it was within our faith community. Now, I know we can’t all be legally married, but we referred to it as a covenant. Given where we stand now, with no future marriage plans in sight, I feel it’s necessary to dissolve this covenant entirely. I don’t wish to remain bound to him for eternity if he doesn’t want that connection, and so, at this point, I think it’s best for us to separate everything completely.
Kody appeared reluctant, as she put it, since she didn’t feel comfortable accepting the leadership of the church officials.
Kody clarified his position: “The harm is so extensive that we can’t reconcile, no matter the circumstances. Consequently, regarding our accountability to God, I don’t wish to be held accountable by this church and its complications. Therefore, I plan to let Meri pursue her own path because if I’m upset with her, it leads to conflict. Frankly, I needed her to move on because it seems she hasn’t fully accepted that things have been over for quite some time.
2021 holiday gift exchange conversation among the 18 Brown offspring took an unpleasant turn, as Christine explained. “Things fell apart, things went wrong,” she summarized. “Kody, Robyn, and their children were on one side, and they seemed to have no interest in including Janelle, me, or our kids. The situation deteriorated following this text exchange, leading to a division within the group.
In Robyn’s perspective, her older children expressed that the interaction felt uncomfortable and they wanted some distance in their relationship. However, she clarified that it wasn’t a matter of them wanting to cut ties completely or avoid her, but rather, they were indicating that things had become unpleasant, much like saying, “This has gotten messy.
For his part, Gabriel is hoping that they could find their way back to each other.
“The thing I want most is to just have a relationship with Robyn’s children again,” he confessed in the Oct. 13 episode. “In middle school, Aurora was my favorite person to hang out with. And in high school, I would always try to hit Dayton up. But I’m, I’m not hopeful for a relationship with Dad And Robyn.”
Aurora firmly maintained that she was informed, both directly and repeatedly by various individuals, that she was not welcomed as a part of the family when her mother married Kody in 2010. She said they never acknowledged or regarded her as their sister.
As an ardent admirer, I can’t help but echo the sentiments of her sister Breanna. It seems to me that there were opportunities for our family bond to be nurtured more deeply, and unfortunately, those moments seemed elusive.
But Christine isn’t sure how they could have opened their arms any wider.
As a lifestyle expert, I’d rephrase that statement as follows: “My family and I are always welcome at any gathering,” I emphasize. “Feel free to drop by our home whenever it suits you best.
Simultaneously, she mentioned, her daughter Ysabel Brown had a particularly close bond with Robyn’s children, and in fact, Mykelti Brown Padron resided with them for a period. She explained, “There were challenging times, and my children felt exasperated at times, but they consistently regarded Robyn’s kids as their siblings regardless.
Speaking enthusiastically about plural marriages, Janelle expressed, “When it’s functioning properly, you become an integral part of an extraordinary family system, connected to a community that nurtures and supports you. You have a husband, enjoying a wonderful bond with him, and yet you maintain your personal freedom – for me, that’s the beauty of plural marriages.
Kody, however, wouldn’t say “I do” to polygamy again.
In his perspective shared during the Dec. 1 broadcast, he stated that polygamy tends to stifle emotional intimacy. He explained that it often creates a defensive atmosphere, and what he truly yearns for is a deeply intimate, emotionally vulnerable relationship with a woman. However, such a connection may be challenging to achieve in a polygamous setup.
According to Janelle, Kody found it more challenging to split 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 manageable in terms of being apart. Occasionally, she had to remind him to visit her home. He’d often make excuses about fatigue, but she pointed out, “You’re tired? You can rest just as effectively at my house as you could at Robyn’s.
Janelle explained that her children were often reprimanded for going into Robyn’s refrigerator, indicating a sense of distance or separation they felt with Robyn. Christine’s kids, on the other hand, felt distanced because they noticed that Robyn was their father’s partner and he wasn’t living in their household.
And Robyn said her crew definitely felt the divide.
She mentioned that Meri, in particular, welcomed my children and me with open arms, but the rest of the family found it difficult to embrace us. We simply desired to become a part of their family, she shared during the September 29 episode.
However, Gabriel might contend that he and his fellow siblings made considerable efforts to welcome them into their group.
In last Tuesday’s broadcast, I expressed my viewpoint: “Robyn seems to carry a sense of being a victim,” I stated frankly. To clarify, I don’t hold her responsible for this perception. Instead, I believe that each individual has unique coping mechanisms, and Robyn appears to have developed strategies that help her navigate through life.
Yet, he added, “If Robyn truly thinks that we were unfairly treating her or her children while she was receiving special attention from Dad and we were actively trying to build relationships with them, if she genuinely believes this, then there’s no possibility of me maintaining a relationship with Robyn in the future.
During a recent episode on September 29th, Kody shared how moving between four homes affected his eighteen children, particularly an instance involving his youngest with Robyn, Ariella, who was born in January 2016. One day, when he attempted to depart, she clung tightly to his leg, showing a clear impact on their family dynamics.
Kody put it this way: “I told her, ‘I have another wife and children who require my attention,’ and she was clinging to me, crying, ‘Don’t abandon me, Daddy, don’t leave me.’ It’s a difficult situation for me.
Unfortunately, that’s just a reality of plural marriage, insisted Janelle.
Right from the start,” she clarified, her children “were aware their father wouldn’t be a constant presence. To me, Kody and Robyn didn’t handle the situation appropriately with their kids. He needed to stay away for no more than three or four days because Ari gets so upset. It feels to me like that was neglectful parenting. Throughout family history, the other children managed without him for extended periods, and they turned out just fine – they’re well-adjusted adults.
Among the relatively few children of the Brown family, Mykelti maintained relationships with Robyn, Kody, and also their sister-wives Christine and Janelle. In times of Kody’s divorces, it was Mykelti who often acted as a mediator or peacemaker within the family.
From the instant Robyn joined the Brown clan, Mykelti warmly welcomed her to such an extent that she requested her presence during the delivery of her twins in November 2022 – namely 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 myself. She made me feel valued and noticed, she said. When I needed someone, Robyn was there for me. In my times of need, she was the one who listened, cared for me, and showed me love.
Christine was overjoyed beyond words when she saw how well her daughter Robyn got along with Mykelti. As Christine said on the Oct. 6 episode, “Ever since I dreamt of having a large family, I always hoped my children would have strong bonds with other mothers. And it seems like that dream is becoming a reality.
Kody believes that it’s not just his wives who are choosing to exclude him from their lives; instead, he thinks they’re deliberately doing so as a form of retribution for a crime he didn’t commit. During the October 6 episodes, he shared this perspective on why some of his older children have distanced themselves from him, stating that his guilt primarily stems from 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 explained that the strain in his relationships with his kids is predominantly a mental struggle for him, stemming from the negative chatter he’s encountered. Essentially, he feels a whirlwind of disillusionment from the family separation, and it seems as though people are assigning blame to him, suggesting that he is the one who has made mistakes.
But while he can shoulder a bit of that blame, he takes umbrance with the name-calling. Revealing, specifically, that he was struggling to connect with Hunter, Maddie and Gabriel, Kody shared that one of his kids responded to a text “saying, ‘You are a piece of trash. I would never speak to you again anyway.'”
On another occasion, he shared with the cameras that one of his children had said to him, “You’re behaving terribly. I’ll no longer speak to you. You’ve been deceiving me and indoctrinating me.
I’ve been trying to engage, but it seems like he’s unwilling to address the issue at hand. As I mentioned earlier, I believe our elders should take more responsibility in resolving these matters. I’m prepared to put in the work, but it’s crucial that someone else steps up and reciprocates the effort as well.
For Robyn, watching Kody’s estrangement from his adult children hit far too close to home.
Growing up, I experienced the challenging reality of my parents’ separation. At that time, my biological father resided in another city with his spouse, while my mother bravely navigated life on her own. One day, filled with curiosity and longing, I approached him to understand why he wasn’t around during my formative years. His responses, however, were less than satisfactory – a string of feeble explanations that fell short of addressing the void in our relationship. It was an emotionally difficult period for me.
Instead of letting Kody’s hurt emotions deter him, it was clear that he wasn’t going to back down from exerting effort. During their heated confrontation, captured on camera towards the end of 2022, she candidly expressed her feelings, saying, “I’m finding it hard not to question your respect a bit.
While Kody admitted there’s room for improvement in rebuilding his bond with his children, he stressed that healing his own heart is a crucial step first.
Currently, I find myself feeling as though some of my children may be banding together against me. In all honesty, I’m so enraged by the recent events that when I engage with them, I fear they might provoke me with accusations. At this point, my emotions are running high, and I’m concerned that I might only exacerbate the situation further if we interact.
Despite the fact that many members of their family were present at the wedding of Logan and his wife Michelle Petty in October 2022, it appeared that they weren’t exactly overflowing with affection.
In the October 6th episode, Kody expressed frustration to Robyn, saying he had noticed Madison quickly taking her children away from him. He mentioned that his daughter hadn’t informed him about her third pregnancy, which resulted in the birth of their daughter Josephine in February 2023. Essentially, Kody was upset because he found out she was pregnant.
Frankly, Maddie doesn’t tell her dad much of anything with the two rarely speaking.
Janelle clarified the reason for Maddie avoiding Kody at the wedding was because he has no connection with him. Maddie prioritizes her children’s safety and well-being, which is why Kody, who hasn’t been around since Evie was born more than three years ago, wasn’t allowed to suddenly appear as their grandfather without proper introductions. This way, the children wouldn’t be confused about his identity.
Kody opined that it’s not feasible for grandparents to be constantly involved in their grandchildren’s lives, considering the situation of Maddie living in North Carolina, and his own commitments in Flagstaff. He referenced the challenge when children are moved across different coasts.
It seems that despite the apparent disparity between Kody and his grown-up kids regarding their ongoing rift, a major disagreement lies in him asking for an apology or acknowledgment of wrongdoing.
Following the end of the COVID-19 concerns, we returned to our usual routines, but there was still a lack of reconciliation within our family. Kody expressed that his sons particularly needed to apologize to him and especially to Robyn, as their issue had escalated into something more serious. However, it essentially boiled down to the fact that they simply needed to speak with me about it.
In Janelle’s perspective, what troubled Kody was his belief that his children hadn’t remained loyal to him, and added that the most cherished family member who had given so much love and care had been disregarded or faced insincerity, as she put it. She expressed her frustration by saying, “Whatever Kody, yeah, whatever.
In my own words, Gabriel conveyed a similar sentiment while narrating a talk with his father. He explained, “He often made it seem as if I needed to apologize to him.” Later on, I said something along the lines of, “Unless you’re genuinely prepared to repair our relationship and make amends, we won’t continue this conversation.” A few days later, he reached out to me via text. He admitted, “I’ve been contemplating your words. I forgive you. Please forgive me.” To which I responded, “For what exactly do I need to ask for forgiveness?
Out of Kody’s six children with Janelle, it’s only Savanah he spends time with occasionally. He contacts her every few months and they go out together. The other kids don’t have a strong or regular connection with him.
Regarding Savannah, who completed high school in 2023, it is evident that her four elder brothers have assumed a paternal role in her life. In fact, Savannah has admitted to Janelle that she might ask her siblings to accompany her down the aisle someday.
Janelle shared, “I discussed the matter with Savanah, and she expressed, ‘Basically, I’ve understood that this is his character – he’ll be the kind of father who joins us for fun times but then leaves again. I can adapt to his style. It’s alright.’
Janelle, however, is less forgiving.
She expressed her exasperation about Kody, saying, “I can’t help but feel frustrated because this situation reminds me of so many other instances where a man disappears from his children’s lives after a divorce.
At the start of their conflict, Gabriel found it particularly difficult as Kody often invited Gabriel along during his business travels, a role that showed Kody’s deep involvement in his son’s life. However, Janelle noted, this changed over the last few years, with Kody becoming less involved as a father.
Although Gabriel is puzzled about what he might have done to upset his father, during the Oct. 13 episode, he stated, “I told Dad that if he doesn’t change 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 solace knowing his father isn’t part of his life. And similarly, she wishes the same peace for all her children, and it seems they are all gradually understanding this.
For his part, Kody also seems resigned to the situation.
In a private moment, I expressed my sincere regret for how Gabriel seems to be feeling. Despite making numerous attempts to reach out to him, I’ve unfortunately been met with rejection. However, let me clarify that this isn’t due to a lack of effort on my side.
Meri was possibly the latest wife to part ways with Kody, and she formally severed their relationship in late 2022, by petitioning for and obtaining what their church refers to as a release, based on allegations of abandonment.
She observed on October 13th episode that he dislikes that particular word because it doesn’t resonate with him that he left her. Instead, she feels it was her who was left behind.
To put it more straightforwardly, she believes he didn’t pay much attention to her until she decided to depart, which enabled him to claim, “I have no involvement.
And Kody didn’t totally deny that he had a bit of a strategy.
He clarified in a private moment, “I’ve left that behind a while back. To put it plainly, I was nervous about her reaction if I ended things decisively. The truth is, Meri had never been faithful to me, and that’s always been my concern. It’s more of a reputation issue, since when you go through a divorce, your standing gets tarnished.
Instead, alleged Meri, it was hers that was being tarnished.
She expressed her disappointment, stating, “It’s truly disheartening to hear Kody speaking about our marriage in such a way. It seems like his perspective on our relationship has shifted, yet the things he’s telling others about me aren’t accurate and unfortunately, some people are buying into it.
Before parting ways with Kody, Christina became aware that they might not have been well-suited for each other based on a suggested exercise from their marriage therapist in Las Vegas.
Christine noted down the traits she desired in a potential partner, such as excellent communication skills, strong family presence, and romantic feelings towards her. However, Kody didn’t possess these qualities, as she disclosed during the Oct. 20 episode, stating “Kody doesn’t fit any of those descriptions,” and later adding, “No, he’s not.
The letter played a significant role in helping her identify swiftly that David Woolley turned out to be her match.
She enthusiastically shared that family holds the highest value for the widowed father of eight, who runs his own drywall company. Known for his integrity and authenticity, he is an exceptional communicator.
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