Dana explained the order afterward, including what I needed to do.

Protection came with responsibilities for me too: communicate through the agreed channels, make the children available as directed, supply necessary care information, and avoid turning every difficulty into a unilateral change.

I read the instructions before we left.

“What if he arrives and asks to take only Owen?”

“Follow the order.

Let the supervisor manage the visit within the plan.

Record the facts and contact me if a change is needed.”