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It is with a sense of dispassionate observation that one must consider the unfortunate disintegration of the union between Jacob and Stormy Bragaw. Married on December 3, 2011, in Blue Springs, Missouri, and residing in Jackson County, their marriage, like many, has succumbed to an irreversible fracture, leading to a petition for dissolution. Despite cohabitation, the bonds that once held them together have been irrevocably severed, leaving no hope for reconciliation. The petitioner, Jacob Bragaw, represented by attorney Dana M. Outlaw, asserts the marriage is “irretrievably broken,” a phrase pregnant with the finality of their estrangement.

In this sorrowful proceeding, the well-being of their four children stands paramount. Jacob seeks sole legal and physical custody, citing the children’s best interests and continuity of care within Jackson County. The petition meticulously addresses financial independence, asserting that neither party requires maintenance, while both are capable of shouldering their respective legal costs. Furthermore, Jacob implores the court for a fair division of marital assets and debts, or the ratification of any pre-hearing settlement the parties might reach.

The filing paints a stark portrait of a marriage that, despite its longevity and shared offspring, has reached an impasse. It highlights the petitioner’s determination to ensure stability for the children amid the turmoil of familial disintegration. Thus, it stands as a somber reminder of the complexities and ultimate frailties of human relationships. “Petitioner Jacob Bragaw seeks dissolution with Stormy Bragaw in Jackson County, as their marriage ends after twelve years.”

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