“I understand.

Or I’m trying to.”

We worked through a practical agreement with our attorneys.

It included child support consistent with our circumstances, reimbursement for documented past expenses as negotiated, medical and educational arrangements, and an introduction plan guided by a child therapist.

I could provide far more than the minimum, but Hannah insisted that any additional support be structured for the children’s benefit and not controlled through my whim.

She asked that I attend several sessions alone before meeting the twins.