I wanted to recognize Kristie Franken and Tammy Moeller for the wonderful job they have done with the Children of Divorce class offered at the United Methodist Church of Luverne. This is the second class they have offered, with a wonderful impact on the children. With divorce rates as high as they are, it is great to have this opportunity for the children to share their feelings with one another. They understand that this is not something that has happened only to them, that they can love both parents without thinking they are hurting one of their parents’ feelings. Our children didn’t decide to get divorced, we as parents did. The hardest thing to hear a young child say is that "I am divorced," not "my parents are divorced." We always assume they will be fine, that kids are so resilient. They do accept divorce and live with it. But living in two different homes a week as some do or only two months in the summer like others is a lot to put on a child. Mary Gehrke also spoke with the parents to help us understand our children’s feelings. Maybe that outburst is not just a bratty child but someone so confused and stuck in the middle between two people they love. I strongly recommend this class whether you are recently divorced or have been divorced for years. Just think of all the adjustment we ask our children to make: dating, remarriage, blending families. They may seem fine and probably are, but I think it is great for them to have others to talk to so they know they are not alone in this situation we have created for them.Michelle UshijimaLuverne