"You treat the girls differently." Carl pulled the covers up to his neck as Carmen crawled into bed. They had been married for almost two years and the girls were a very big part of their lives. Carmen couldn't deny it, because she knew she did. Now it was time to explain why! Toys, candy, television, bedtime, dating, mini skirts, R rated movies and curfews. Carmen realized that each child had a different personality and their ages alone could make things difficult. So from the time they met, she decided to take each day as it came to know how to treat each child based on their needs. Different age, different needs, different desires, different decisions..." "Getting the Lumps Out of Blended Families" is Step parenting with a different perspective. By focusing on simple truths and applying them to the great responsibility of parenting, you can make adjustments that will help you to nourish and enjoy your new family. If you or someone you know is struggling with, or planning to enter a step family, this book is for you.