“I didn’t realize a piece of paper could make it feel different.”

“It changes what we can put in place for her,” I answered.

With our attorneys’ assistance, we worked toward a parenting plan that recognized June’s existing routines and gave Warren opportunities to build familiarity gradually.

The plan addressed communication, medical information, travel, and how changes would be made.

I insisted that our daughter’s needs, not either adult’s guilt, determine the pace.

Money was discussed too.