The Latest With Lewis – May 2025

Not everyone qualifies for alimony in Texas. In fact, the law sets strict rules about who can receive financial support after a divorce. Texas courts do not order alimony directly. Instead, they may order spousal support (also called spousal maintenance) if you meet specific requirements.

Do you qualify for spousal support?
To qualify for spousal support in Texas, you must prove that you cannot cover your basic needs after the divorce. One of the following situations must also apply:

• -Disability: you have a physical or mental condition that prevents you from working.
• -Caring for a disabled child: you care for a child from the marriage who has a physical or mental disability and needs constant attention.
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In Texas, an annulment is a legal way to declare a marriage invalid, as if it never legally happened. Unlike a divorce, which ends a valid marriage, an annulment wipes it out completely.

When can you get an annulment in Texas?
You can only get an annulment in Texas under specific conditions. These include:

• -One spouse was under 18 and married without parental consent or court approval.
• -One spouse was under the influence of drugs or alcohol at the time of marriage.
• -One spouse was permanently impotent, and the other didn’t know beforehand.
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Project Beauty is a Dallas-based nonprofit founded by Jo Lam, a survivor of abuse, who transformed her personal trauma into a mission to empower others. Established in 2018, the organization began by offering on-site beauty treatments at shelters and transition homes. It has since evolved into a multifaceted program with three key initiatives: Beauty Pamper Days, Project Glam, and the Angel Clinic. These programs aim to help survivors regain confidence and dignity by addressing both emotional and physical scars.

The Angel Clinic, recognized as the Social Innovator of the Year by United Way of Metropolitan Dallas in 2024, provides restorative therapies such as tattoo removal, dental work, and scar revision for survivors disfigured by violence. Project Glam serves approximately 400 under-resourced girls annually, offering dresses, beauty treatments, and accessories to ensure they can attend prom with confidence. At the heart of Project Beauty’s mission is the belief that empowerment begins with the ability to rewrite one’s story, fostering self-worth and breaking the cycle of abuse. Looking ahead, the organization aims to establish a Beauty Wellness Center to expand its reach and continue providing impactful services to survivors.

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This month, we’ve partnered with Cody’s Friends Rescue to feature Blossom, a beautiful terrier mix, who is ready to become a cherished part of your family.

Blossom is an approximately 1.5-year-old spayed female terrier mix, weighing in at 54 pounds. This sweet girl has some energy but is very shy and timid at first. Her favorite things are cuddles on the couch and playing chase with her friends at the dog park. Blossom won’t miss a chance to splash in the water, but has not yet revealed if she can swim. She’s learning how to ‘sit’, ‘stay’, and ‘come.’ She knows the word ‘no’ and is very responsive to it. House broken and kennel trained. Blossom gets along great with other dogs, and great with cats too! This girl is just a GEM!

To learn more, go to: ADOPT A DOG | Codys Friends Rescue

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