Do you thing it's weird that and ex-spouse would call the other and tell them happy mother's/father's day.

Stephen K

Not all divorces are on the level of "War of the Roses". You can amicable split and still care for one another; you just can't be in contact for too long of a time

kitty10185

no not if they have a child together

Abs

No, not at all. It is a nice gesture. After all, they were married at one point, why not still show a little respect?

bailey

Not if you have a child together.

glbenner

not at all. my ex came over and helped my 3 yr old make me breakfast

Pammie aka Lil Miss Perky

No, I don't think so. If you have children together whether or not you are married, I would hope that parents would have a good relationship for the child's sake. And, it is great that one would show appreciation to someone who parents their child even if they aren't still married.

alex l

not at all unless the couple didn't have kids. if they have kids then that is sensible polite and good .

salemgirl1972

No....my ex and I have said this to each other in the past. Not so much anymore.....but it has been a couple years since our divorce. It was for the first year, normal for him to call or text me on my birthday or our wedding anniversary. Divorce is hard, and what harm is there in saying "happy mothers" day, especially if its from one parent to the other???

retropink

Actually, I think that's very nice. Sounds like they appreciate the fact that they had children together. Sounds very healthy to me. You should consider yourself lucky to be with someone so mature and unselfish.

Katana1971

Only if you werent a mother....., i mean if your the mother of his child, its probably the decent and cordial thing to do...

Hot Lips

i don't think so my mom and dad still phone each other even if there is no occasion. Why do people always expect people who are divorced to be mad at each other???

i think it if sweet and polite. except if they didn't separate in a good way ex. either cheating in the other etc...

Orion

No I don't find this weird in the least if they have children together. You have to remember that they have a history together. That doesn't mean he's still wants to be with her it just means he appreciates the job she's doing as a parent. It's particularly important to know this from other parent regardless of whether their together or not. Don't read too much into his jester, he's obviously moved on and is working on a history with you.

jujl62

Not if they get along. It depends on how things ended. My ex has not talked to me since that day I left. so if he would have called yes it would have been weird.

kellyfl59

Not at all. Mine brought me a dozen beautiful roses. When I questioned him he stated, " I know you are not my mother but you are the mother of my child." How can you argue with that? I thanked him and he went on his way.

Justin H

Depends on the kind of relationship they have now and/or whether they have kids together. If it was an ex you hadn't heard from in years and you didn't have kids with, then yeah, it would be very weird.

nyman

Not if they have children together.
Otherwise, you had better start monitoring phone calls and credit card charges.

c_my_blueeyes

Not really. I suppose it depends on how the relationship ended. If it was peacefully........and kids involved. No reason not to be kind to the other ex. They are still the parents of the child/children. It is hard enough on children during divorces...so when two adults can be nice to each other that is a good thing. Also, it should be a Happy Mother/Father Day. They both rec'd something wonderful out of that relationship.

arizonaprincess2

no, mine does all the time

bookish

I think it's great! You can move on emotionally and still appreciate that you ex is a good parent-that's the most important part. It's a thoughtful, mature and gracious.

superthunda

no i think it is a respectful thing to do if you have children together. Just becuase you arent together no more doesnt mean that the respect has to leave. Also it is good for the children to see that the parents respect each other and still take the time to wish each other happy days and merry christmas it is a good way to raise the children it teaches them morals and respect.

Plus he could still love you .... A little

poodle mom

no way...as long as they share kids

Tsotsi

I am not weird!

Krystin C

It may be sort of weird to both, but respectful at the same time. I'm sure the Mother was appreciative of the call.

squealy68

I would say it all depends on the relationship the ex's have. In my situation, my husband would croak if his ex called and said happy father's day because they really don't talk. However, I know of ex's that have a good relationship and intend to stay friendly for the sakes of the children, or they realize that being friends is what is best for them and they should have never married, etc. In this case, I'd say, it's a friend-like thing to do....... not so weird.

Been There Done That

No, I don't - I think that it would be a good thing for the child. Personally I have no idea because my husband's ex is horrible and selfish when it comes to the child.

coolbreeze

Why would it be? especially since you two shared so many things together. The only time it would really be weird is if the breakup was nasty, then you would probably know the other partner was on a guilt trip. Most ex, always have that silent hope that they might hook up again even though it aint realistic, so they tend to cling on by keeping in touch and monitoring every thing the other ex does. Are you having probs with an ex?

Travis McGee

Not at all. They have kids in common. As a matter of fact, I sent a Father's Day card to my ex's new husband since he is a decent stepdad to my boys.

Kyleontheweb

No, that's just being nice.

navind

Not at all, read the hidden signals to accept the mistake done in life. If you think the same be positive to retaliate. If that is not possible then at least keep friendship and he may prove to be a good guide 'coz he knows you better due to past relationship.

Lydia

Not at all, it's lovely. And birthday greetings are, as well.

UnKnOwN

No, it's not weird at all. Just because you're divorced doesn't mean you can't be nice to each other.

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