“Sister Wives'” Christine Confirms Robyn Tricked and Manipulated Meri into Divorcing Cody

REVIEW: 'Sister Wives' Kristine Confirms Robyn Tricked And Manipulated Meri To Divorce Cody

episode of December 29 Wife's sisters offers a plateful of drama, tears and a generous dose of “wait, what just happened?” how Christine Brown dishes for tea Robin Brown manipulation and Meri finally begins to cut ties with Cody — literally.

Meri erases Cody's name and his memory

The episode begins in Utah, where Mary Brown fully embraces his new chapter in his bed and breakfast. She's been settled in for five months now and even welcomes friends Lisa and Amber for a little bonding time. But before they get too cozy, Meri has some unfinished business: dismantling the street sign listing the names of her mother's children and their spouses. Of course it means Kody's the name is there, and Meri not here to store the remnants of his failed marriage. She rips a section off the “Meri & Kody” sign, folds it in half like a real boss, and tosses it—quite literally—into the trash heap of her past.

“I'm done with these memories,” Meri announces when friends cheer him on. To be honest, we're all glad too. Hi, Cody!

Kristine brings Robin's checks

Meanwhile Meri takes viewers down memory lane to revisit the emotional wreckage of her 2014 legal divorce from Cody. While Kody's the official reason was to adopt Robin children, Meri reveals that she was convinced that she would still have a spiritual marriage Cody. Spoiler alert: It didn't stick. Within six months, Cody was gone, and Meri was blinded and thrown away.

Christinehowever, there is a theory about how it all happened. In her confession she claims Robin In 2008, he started thinking about divorce Meri's head from the start. “When Robin When she first came into the family, she started talking to us about these other families where the first wife divorced the husband so he could legally marry the second wife and adopt the children. Christine explains. “It's a plant,” she says, adding Robin subtle suggestions were not accidental.

Christine continues, “She mentioned that several times over the years, like, she posted it because she wanted it to happen.” She admits she doesn't think so Meri realized he was being manipulated saying “I mean Meri felt like it was her own idea.

Christine perspective adds a whole new layer of drama, making the audience wonder if Robin the sweet demeanor was more calculated than previously thought. It's juicy and you can practically hear the tea kettle whistling.

Robin denies everything

Robincertainly not going to let this accusation slide.

“An idea where I, like, planted an idea Meri's the head is an absolute lie. Robin insists during his confession. “I never said that.” She even claims she's never heard of such an arrangement before, saying, “I don't even know anyone who divorced their first wife so that the second wife could adopt the children.”

But Christine is not the only one to wink Robin. Jenelle also admits that she was wary of divorce at that time.

“I was actually speechless when (Meri) told us she really does. Jenelle reminds “I'm already starting to see that there's a bit of favor towards Robin from Cody at that point and I was worried.

Jenelles confession adds weight Christine claims making it clear that Robin actions raised eyebrows long before the divorce papers were signed.

Kody's Take: It's just paper work

True Cody fashion, he downplays the whole ordeal, calling it no big deal. “I think we just mixed up the legal documents,” he says. He even remembers taking Meri at dinner and then give her a “special ring” to appease her. “We probably went home and made love,” he casually adds, as if that makes any difference.

Merinot buying it though. Reflecting on the divorce, she says, “I question whether he even had that plan in mind at the time, (saying), 'If I can do this, it'll be an easy transition.'” months, she claims, Cody were missing from their marriage.

This revelation from Meri emphasizes how emotionally devastating the divorce was for her Kody's cruel treatment. It's hard not to sympathize with her in those moments.

Robin's sob story

Robin continues to insist the divorce wasn't her fault, claiming she didn't even want a legal marriage. “I was very happy and satisfied with my spiritual marriage. I didn't need anything else,” she says, adding that her previous legal divorce was traumatic enough. She claims that was all Meri's idea, and she was simply “very grateful” for the opportunity to adopt her children.

Merihowever, creates a completely different picture. She recalls feeling “emotionally unsupported” during the whole process, saying, “Emotionally, I felt like I was letting go of the whole marriage.”

Contrast between Robin and Meri's accounts leave viewers questioning which version of events is closer to the truth. In any case, it is clear that the effects of the divorce continue to ripple through the family.

Robin and her daughters face their past

gear shifting, Robin takes center stage in another storyline, this time with daughters Aurora and Breanna. The trio meet with pastors at a local Flagstaff church to discuss their troubled religious pasts. Robin explains that their extended family in Utah faced threats of criminal prosecution, which partially motivated their move to Arizona.

“We basically moved because we were trying to be a family without falling apart,” Robin promotions. Despite their hardships, she remains true to her faith, even if it means another judgment. “Usually when I tell people about my religious background, they look at me like I'm wrong or a sinner for coming from a diverse family,” she says.

Her daughters echo her sentiments, sharing their own experience of feeling left out. It's a touching moment that highlights the challenges of living in a plural family, especially in a society that doesn't always understand or accept one's way of life.

Kristine finds her dream dress

In a much lighter moment, Christine begins the main mission of the bride: finding her wedding dress. Joined by her daughters Aspyn, Ysabel, Mykelti and Gwendlyn (via FaceTime), Christine tries on a lacy white dress, which immediately makes everyone swoon. “It's beautiful,” Christine flowing in his confession. “I'm already in love with it.”

Her daughters are just as enthusiastic. “It's great,” Mykelti says as Ysabel declares it her “favorite.” Christine the joy is palpable when she says, “I had no idea how incredible it would be to watch wedding dresses with my daughters.”

Reflecting on the experience, Christine admits that he has never felt this way before. “Not like that,” she says when asked if she's ever felt like a bride. “I have a dress and it's perfect and my girls are here. My God, I had no idea being a bride could feel so much fun.

This happy scene provides a much-needed contrast to the heavier moments earlier in the episode, reminding viewers that new beginnings can be beautiful.

A little insight into what's to come

The episode ends with Christine giddy anticipation of her wedding David Woolley. The two tied the knot in an outdoor ceremony in Moab, Utah Christine dream of a big white wedding. “I want the big white wedding,” she says, and it's clear she's finally getting the fairytale she deserves.

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