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What a fabulous idea! Since we live is a society of disposable relationships why not set up a way that we can divorce family members as well.

Recognizing that divorce is a legal term, not an emotional term, there would have to be laws. Then of course there would need to be attorneys who specialize in the field. We could set up non-profit organizations so that people who could not afford to divorce family members would be able to get free help to go through the process.

Yes, it's dripping with sarcasm. However, the thought of divorcing a family member seems extreme. If the parents are the problem the courts already have a way of taking custody and protecting children. It is not a perfect system, but we do have something is place. Most young adults can also choose to be emancipated. As far as siblings and extended family members, since they have no legal rights, there are not any legal options needed.

So let's do this the tried and true way. If there is abuse, report it to the police and get it taken care of. Don't give up until everyone you love is safe.

If you can't stand your brother because he is arrogant, rude and you don't want to be associated with him, ignore him. Don't take his calls. Don't talk to him when you see him. Shun him. If you want to be as petty as him feel free to gossip and tell others he is a no good, rotten jerk and you wish he would have be born to a different family. This is behavior that you are probably already familiar with. It may be why you aren't speaking to him now.

Remember when we used to hear that someone had "disowned" their children. The term came not because they were divorcing them, but because they were not leaving them an inheritance. It normally meant that they were not included in family reunions or gatherings either. It works fairly well and doesn't clog up the court system at all.

Family bonds can be an important part of life. If you are fortunate enough to find that with your biological family, hooray. If not than feel free to create a family of your own making. The rules are pretty loose here. In today's society no one would blink an eye if you introduced your best friend as a brother or sister. You define your family relationships. If forced into an explanation, just say "Oh, I was unaware you meant my biological family." Once you say that they probably won't probe further anyway.

So, no need for divorce, just control your actions.

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