After an 8-year struggle, your divorce petition has been granted ex-parte as your wife failed to attend court hearings. You're seeking advice on the next steps and the possibility of an appeal. You've also been granted child visitation rights, even though your child hasn't been seen for six years. The advice suggests you should wait 90 days before remarrying and be prepared to challenge any attempts by your wife to set aside the ex-parte decree or file contempt of court proceedings if she disobeys court orders.