I’m a non-custodial parent. This means I don’t have physical custody of my children, though I may have legal custody. My goal here isn’t to seek pity but to shed light on what it’s like for parents who don’t have custody of their kids. Often, we picture a dad in this role, but about 10% of non-custodial parents are mothers. Many non-custodial parents are not neglectful. They simply found themselves at a disadvantage in the court system and must live with the consequences unless they have the resources to continue the fight. It’s disheartening to see parents who don’t treat…