In Matter of Sauers, 13-07-04 (7-2-2007)

OPINION

{¶ 1} Appellant Rhonda Sauers ("Rhonda") brings this appeal from the judgment of the Court of Common Pleas of Seneca County, Juvenile Division, modifying residential parent status from her to the father, Russell Sauers ("Russell").

{¶ 2} Cheyenne Sauers ("Cheyenne") is the 14 year old son of Rhonda and Russell. During Cheyenne's life, he has primarily resided with Rhonda. Approximately three years ago, Cheyenne went to live with Russell in Florida due to his claims that Rhonda's live-in boyfriend, Chester Matthews ("Matthews") verbally abused him. Cheyenne lived with Russell less than a…