1. Don't even try to win her over. Life's too short.

2. No need to be friends - just be civil.

3. Try to get full custody. Since you're a man and your wife isn't a diagnosed loon, you'll have a better chance at getting struck by lightening 4x and winning the lottery 5x - in one DAY. If nothing else, try to get as much physical custody as possible.

4. In your divorce decree, make sure YOU are the one to claim your daughter as an exemption.

5. Tell your daughter you love her and will always be there for her - whether you tell her in her ear, on the phone, or whatever.