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Created on : Friday, October 05, 2007, 11:16:21 am
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(Original Air Date: 10/08/07) Going through a divorce is tough enough, but imagine going through a second divorce with the same person. Meet Frankie and Gwen, a couple whose roller coaster relationship involves twists and turns like you’ve never seen! While dating, Gwen got pregnant, so the couple decided to get married. After less than two years of marriage, they filed for divorce. When Gwen discovered she was pregnant again, they reconciled and stopped the divorce. After Frankie did a secret DNA test and discovered their first child wasn’t his, he filed for divorce a second time. Although this divorce was finalized, Gwen says she wants to remarry Frankie because, despite all the drama, she still loves him and wants to remain a family. Frankie says there is no way he’s going to marry Gwen just to pay for a third divorce. So why is this couple still living together and calling each other husband and wife? Share your thoughts, join the discussion.

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October 13, 2007, 9:04 am PDT

10/08 Frankie and Gwen

Quote From: justmeandmy

you sound upset that others are trying to encourage someone that is very much feeling down...no one has said leave the jerk.....we've just said right now, unless both parties want a marriage...its not a marriage....a paper to sign really doesn't mean much...The real divorce is when one leaves emotionally...and moves on..with or with out someone else...Right now all she can do is work on herself...and let him see what a great thing he is letting go.... I'm all for marriages staying together,  but I think we need to re-define marriage as more than just a piece of paper...to sign or  "un" sign...  and by not signing what exactly are you saving...  the marriage?   I think relationships are deeper than that paper thing.  And I also think you have a better chance of saving a marriage by being strong, and proud of yourself and the family you've help build....and maybe...he'll see that  too...and come home....  
oh my god you hit the nail right on the head. i was going to reply to that message because it was meant for me but i am glad you broke it down.  she 's talking about it is a pride thing. we women need to be empowered and have a little dignity and pride for ourselves. when we do not respect ourselves, our men, our children,even friends and family will not respect us. i can talk because  i have been there several times. you know at the age of 39 how i wish i had known what i know now. things would have been different. staying for the kids does more harm than good. you need not be in the same house to be good parents to your kids. some people divorce their spouse and children. the poor kids never or very rarly see dad or mom on a regular basis and that is sad. again she should let that man go. he wants out. SHE CANNOT MAKE HIM LOVE HER. people need to understand that. your right, the real divorce is when emotions fade or when he is she starts a new  life with someone else. back in the day there were no marriage "papers". i heard that in some places in the middle east all a man has to say is "i divorce you" 3 times to your face and the marriage is over. now isn't that special??
 
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October 13, 2007, 10:35 am PDT

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Allow me to elaborate. I say you make Frankie appear as a monster for the fact that you have obviously had time on YOUR hand to read these messages and reading these people's ideas about who you are, what you are (Hispanic not white) and even comparing Frankie to OJ. Don't you think that is appalling? Or do you not care? All you do is justify how you pulled you wicked scream over a young mans eyes. Gwen, just because Frankie and America know your faults and bad decision-making, does not mean your sorry excuses are right. When you live in an unrealistic world of your own (selfish) you can never become a real woman, wife and mother. You need to find out truly who you are and Frankie as well. We all do things in our lives that are not all favorable to ourselves and the ones we love. I am not perfect and you are not perfect, OK Gwen! Why did you not go to family (not your mom) or someone who you can truly trust with a non-bias opinion to help you? I say you because as I read your message this morning, I WAS STILL PISSED! But as I started writing this, all I now see is a person who needs to make some major changes for the good. With my experience and knowing what I know, what you are doing will only lead to more hurt sorrow, more pain and ever death of ones heart and soul. How do you expect to get through this? You meaning- you, Frankie and the kids? This is not the way to be Gwen! Appreciate the people who love you and look before you leap in the future.
 
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October 14, 2007, 6:28 pm PDT

OMG

Okay, so lemme just say how this relationship has train wreck written all over it.  It's one thing to occassionally argue with your significant other, but when it's every other day..... that's not only stressful, but extremely toxic.  Neither Gwen or Frankie seem like bad people.  They are just bad for each other.  There's only one life to live... try to make the best out of it. 

Either way, when Frankie decides to finally part with Gwen... gimme a holla.... lol ;)  Muaz!!

 

 
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October 15, 2007, 7:45 pm PDT

10/08 Frankie and Gwen

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I never made my husband sound like a monster, but one thing I will say again, is that no one knows what happens behind closed doors.  How can you give your opinion about someone, especially when you have no clue  who that person is.  Unless you have lived with Frankie or Me then I suggest you have no right to say who is a good person in all of this.  Yes, I have three kids from three different men, but you know what these are my children and Frankie's children.  Only he knows why he has chosen to stay and you want to judge.  You must have to much time in your hands to be overly opinionated or concerned about our lives.  Frankie is a grown man, and he has made the decision to stay and want to raise these kids as his own.  I have never expected him too and only he knows why he stays. He knows the door is always open for whenever he wants to leave and the same for me.  I never begged for him to stay, I never begged for him not to leave me and I never expected for him to take on the  responsibility for my actions.  Now, after taking the time to respond to your reply I have just realized that I have just wasted my time by doing this.  Walk in our shoes, and maybe even then you might have the right to an opinion, but until then stop wasting your time. 

You go on national television you are exposed to being judged.  I really don't understand why he stayed with you.   You are a embrassement to women across america.  Sleeping with various men and claming not to know who the father was, what kind of role model are you?  You put the burden of your sleeping around on your husband and have the nerve to be anger because he doesn't want to marry you again.  Do you deserve to be treated with respect?  Why don't you get child support for the REAL father's of your childern to help out.

 

I wish you some clarity, I know you're young but you must wake up and realize you caused the drama.  Don't point the finger at him turn it around and point it at you.

 
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October 22, 2007, 11:45 am PDT

Frankie's Message

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I know 1st hand that Frankie has a good heart.  I've known him since I was 13 years old.  I know what Gwen has & why she wants to hold on to him.  Sometimes things happen in a relationship which make people non conducive to each other. Dr. Phil please relay to Frankie that there is at least one person out here that supports him. Thanks - Leslie Rodriguez-Rivera

Well It's been awhile since the show aired and there a lot of people who still me from the show and they all say hey stupid,Stupid !! Like it’s funny, but I take it all in stride. I have read all of the comments made on here and have really taken a step back and let it sink in.

 First I would like to say that I never thought Gwen was stupid, she did a lot of stupid things. I really called her those names because she hurt me a lot and I felt in some sick why by calling her those names it would hurt her back the way I was hurting. I never cheated on Gwen except for that one time after I knew about Aidan and I told her I was sorry and that I regretted it, but something’s are harder to get over then we think.

   Second, I would like to say that no one will ever probably read this since it’s been so long, but I want to get it out. I say how Gwen got so upset and started writing on here and I thought it was a pretty dumb thing to do, but she did it with out me knowing about it. Any way I just wanted to thank everyone for their support and there comments bad and good. Especially Mrs. Leslie Rivera, that meant a lot to me and thank you for your comments. Something’s in life and we have no control over them, but something’s we do. I can’t say  took the advice of anyone on her or Dr Phil, but to say it was not an eye opener would be lying. I have made to me what I think to be the right decision concerning me and Gwen and hopefully everything will work out with us later in a possible friendship. We all have our faults. God bless everyone and thank you again.

 

 
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October 22, 2007, 11:21 pm PDT

I Read It!!

Hey Frankie, I still check in every now and then to this board.  I think that's great that you are moving forward and trying to learn from this whole experience.  I hope that Gwen does too.  I hope that you can continue to be a daddy to ALL of your babies!! You are the only daddy they know.  I wish you and your family the best!!
 
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October 23, 2007, 5:55 pm PDT

Hey Frankie

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Well It's been awhile since the show aired and there a lot of people who still me from the show and they all say hey stupid,Stupid !! Like its funny, but I take it all in stride. I have read all of the comments made on here and have really taken a step back and let it sink in.

 First I would like to say that I never thought Gwen was stupid, she did a lot of stupid things. I really called her those names because she hurt me a lot and I felt in some sick why by calling her those names it would hurt her back the way I was hurting. I never cheated on Gwen except for that one time after I knew about Aidan and I told her I was sorry and that I regretted it, but somethings are harder to get over then we think.

   Second, I would like to say that no one will ever probably read this since its been so long, but I want to get it out. I say how Gwen got so upset and started writing on here and I thought it was a pretty dumb thing to do, but she did it with out me knowing about it. Any way I just wanted to thank everyone for their support and there comments bad and good. Especially Mrs. Leslie Rivera, that meant a lot to me and thank you for your comments. Somethings in life and we have no control over them, but somethings we do. I cant say  took the advice of anyone on her or Dr Phil, but to say it was not an eye opener would be lying. I have made to me what I think to be the right decision concerning me and Gwen and hopefully everything will work out with us later in a possible friendship. We all have our faults. God bless everyone and thank you again.

 

I just want to let you know who proud of you I am. I always think about you and always thought of you as a very important and special young man. YOU have so much life and love in you and I know that from the bottom of my heart. I want you to take this in stride, it will not be easy but know you have so much support from a lot of people who know and love you the most. That includes people across America.

"DO NOT EVER DOUBT YOUR FIRST INSTINCT!"

Eventhough I am not were you are, remember that you are always in my heart. Not everyone out there is evil. Please TAKE THE TIME to search inside yourself and find who YOU are as Frankie, a person. Sometimes in life we all go through hard times. But God made gravity so we can always learn to stand upright. When and if you fall, there is only one way to go and that is .......! I would not be able to give you this advise if I myself never fell on hard times. Pray to God for your strength because that is where IT comes from. I will always be there for you if you need me.

Remember, KEEP YOUR HEAD TO THE SKY!

I love you muchO!

Your Auntie,
Elena aka "Miss $$ Bags" LOL
 
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June 11, 2008, 7:25 pm PDT

06/20 Frankie and Gwen

Oh..it's a straight couple proving how special marriage is...joy.
 
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June 14, 2008, 10:25 am PDT

DoctorPhil Show.

And Doctor Frankie Gwen Phil. Where did I see this before? Maybe this year or last year. I donot recall that-

but it will be good to see this again. See you on Friday June 20th, 2008. Sincerley Your. Russell Vlaander--

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June 14, 2008, 4:15 pm PDT

06/20 Frankie and Gwen

Quote From: carame

I would venture to say that Gwen is in complete denial.  She thinks she can change Frankie and Frankie has this alter ego where he likes to put her down to make himself feel superior all in the name of love? 

 

This is truly an abusive relationship where blame is constantly passed on to each other as if this will change things. If you both cant forgive, and it sounds like you wont, then you need to get out of the marriage. It is an unhealthy environment for the kids, and you both are being selfish and childish to continue this behavior because kids sense when something isnt right.

 

I do think they both need help but separately so the same mistake doesnt occur twice in the next relationship. Especially for Gwen since the kids will probably be in her custody after the divorce. In addition, I believe that Frankie is saying these things on TV about Gwen so the judge can grant him custody and prove her to be unstable. He seems like a man with a plan.

 

There is a common denominator with Frankie and that is his behavior reminds me of the man shown on tape beating and degrading his wife in front of the kids. Except he was both verbally and physically abusive, but abuse is abusive however it appears.

 

GET OUT NOW!!!

 

PS Gwen, get out of la la land

 

 

I am 100% agree with the comment.

 

Gwen, What I have learned from my past incident in the same situation that I realize now that I could not change the "PEST" in to a "PET". No matter how much time and effort that I have done and contributed to make it work for the family in the past, It was completely wasted of time and energy. The Pest is always will be the Pest. No one could change others. This selfish person has no moral issue and is always in the move to sabotage and degraded your rights and good intention. The best to deal with it, is learn to forgive yourself and start to look after yourself first. Your commitment is a mother to your kids. And they are your priority as a parent. Adapt the supportive parents' system eg take turn in child minding, car pooling etc. Make it works for you the "WIN WIN" situation. Always think positive on any issue in life. You will feel better and more happier person. You will modelling your kids to be an assertive and happy kids who one day they will understand the good role model of good citizen by contributing their skills that they have learned back into the community. Good Luck.

 
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