Do Friendly Separations Really Work


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I'm not sure a "friendly" separation exists any more than does a "friendly" divorce. But for the sake of argument let's say it can happen. I'm thinking more often than not a "friendly separation" is a prelude to a "permanent divorce" but then again, what do I know?
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