Six weeks had to pass through inspections, closing preparations, and the trustee’s accounting.

Maya learned not to spend that money in her notebook before it existed in the receiving account.

Life during those weeks was smaller and less dramatic than the file.

Claire bought groceries when Maya’s immediate funds were short.

Maya cooked, cleaned, and kept track of the costs she could cover.

They discussed childcare around appointments.

Lily’s preschool needed updated contact information, not a history of the marriage.

Maya supplied what was necessary and asked that adults speak directly to her about any changes.