My ex had a mechanic business in the shop behind his house. Supposedly it is closed and he can't work. He has had two short lived jobs where they garnish wages.... I think the longest one was about 3 months. This is the only income he has shown in the last 5 years. He is very knowledgeable about vehicles. He could easily get a job that won't effect his "bad back" and use his mental skills rather than physical ability to earn a paycheck. He could go to any of the dealerships, auto zones, pepboys.... whatever and sale parts BUT he would have to pass a piss test.... he can't do that. He has not filed taxes at all since I left him. He just plain out doesn't care. As far as where he is getting his money... I have no idea. For all I know, his momma and sister are giving him money or he may be selling illegal substances. I do know the house is still in his name because the tax records say so. As per the divorce if he sells the house Son gets 1/2 the selling price. I did not ask for any of the house for me b/c it was his family home and honestly, I didn't want to make him sell it.

I try so hard to turn the other cheek for Son's benefit. Days like today make it so hard to be the better parent. I want to scream at ex... demand he stand up to his responsibilities... Kick something... but none of this would be productive... I would end up looking like an evil ex wife and deranged mother. I am barely holding on to my composure.