Rory Feek is confronting mounting family tensions amid ongoing disputes over the care of his youngest daughter, Indiana. In a candid blog post, Feek details a recent attempt to mend relations with his older daughters, Heidi and Hopie, which ended in disappointment and heightened conflict.
On September 17, Feek, 59, shared insights into his strained family dynamics through a blog entry titled “canceled,” following legal actions taken by Heidi, 37, and Hopie, 35. The daughters allege that Feek has restricted their access to Indiana, 10, and jeopardized her well-being. Legal details remain confidential due to Indiana’s status as a minor.
Feek, who married Indiana’s former teacher Rebecca in July, described his family as “a work in progress” and expressed a deep desire to resolve their issues. He recounted driving to Alabama in an effort to address the disagreements with Heidi and Hopie directly. Despite his hopes for a meaningful conversation and reconciliation, he was met with silence, as no one answered his knock.
In a turn of events, Feek later received a message from Heidi stating that they would only engage in discussions with a licensed therapist or attorney present. Feek criticized this approach, suggesting that familial issues should be resolved internally rather than through professional mediation.
Heidi, however, expressed her concerns to PEOPLE, noting that she was not home during Feek’s visit. Her husband Dillon and sister Hopie were present and experienced distress upon discovering Feek’s unannounced arrival. Dillon reported that Hopie had a panic attack, and Feek left before any discussion could take place.
Heidi labeled the visit as “intimidating” and reiterated their request for structured communication through a third party. She confirmed that legal documents against Feek were filed on the day following his trip.
Feek’s blog post also revealed the professional fallout from the publicized family dispute, including canceled events and distancing by peers. Despite these setbacks, Feek remains optimistic, focusing on his new life with Rebecca and their growing family.
In a previous open letter to PEOPLE and Instagram, Heidi detailed her frustrations with Feek’s lack of response to their outreach. She included screenshots of unanswered messages and emphasized the need for a mediator following past unsuccessful attempts to resolve their issues directly.
Heidi also voiced concerns about Feek’s involvement with Homestead Heritage, a community with a controversial history of child abuse allegations. Feek, in response, acknowledged past abuses within the community but asserted that they have been addressed and reported.
Amidst the turmoil, Feek reported that Indiana is thriving in her new homeschool environment under Rebecca’s guidance. He remains hopeful for resolution and continues to focus on his family’s well-being despite the ongoing challenges.