Mark says his boys are “always on my mind.” Sweet, right? Except when you realize thinking about your kids isn’t the same as showing up for them. Because the moment “being a dad” involves actual work — court-ordered assessments, evaluations, following a care plan — suddenly his mind is elsewhere.

The judge laid it out like a connect-the-dots puzzle for toddlers:

1. Domestic Violence Assessment
2. Mental Health Evaluation
3. Follow the care plan

Finish those, and he’s in the room with his kids. Fail, and he’s right where he is now — posting sentimental captions for strangers while his boys grow up without him.

And here we are, months later, with exactly zero of those steps done. Not delayed. Not “almost done.” Not “in process.” Just not done.

And here’s the kicker: In the court-appointed communication tool, Our Family Wizard, he hasn’t even asked once how they’re doing. Not. One. Time.
The very place he is supposed to communicate about his children? Silent.
But on Facebook? Oh, there’s plenty to say.

It’s not the legal system blocking him. It’s not “alienation.” It’s not God’s test. It’s Mark. He is the roadblock. He’s the traffic jam. He’s the hazard light blinking on the side of the road, waiting for pity instead of making progress.

Because as it turns out, “always on your mind” doesn’t require an appointment. Or a phone call. Or accountability. It just requires a Wi-Fi signal.

Mark’s Mind vs. Mark’s Actions

🧠 In His Mind:

• “My boys are my pride and joy.”
• “I’m being kept from them.”
• “I’ll never give up on my kids.”

🛑 In Reality:

• Hasn’t completed the DV assessment.
• Hasn’t completed the mental health evaluation.
• Hasn’t followed a single care plan step.
• Hasn’t even asked once how they are in OFW.
• Has, however, completed 100% of Facebook posts required for the role of Martyr Dad.