Out With the Old, In With the New
More people file for divorce today -- the Monday after New Year's -- than any other day.
It makes perfect sense. As divorce lawyer Suzanne Kingston points out, absence makes the heart grow fonder, or at the least, distracted from the deeper problems by the static of day-to-day existence. The flip side of that means the end-of-year festivities can translate into way too much togetherness. It reminds some people how much they can't stand their spouse, or their in-laws, or the entire package put together:
Over Christmas people are spending longer periods of time together. There is also the financial worry and the impact of relatives. And at New Year people often make resolutions and think about what they want for the future.
So if you're looking to shore up a rocky relationship, consider celebrating Valentine's Day early. Like today. Because it's hard to be mad at someone bearing chocolate and champagne.
Busiest day for divorce [Ananova]
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