Lorraine asked to meet the triplets.

I declined.

The children were still adjusting to Callum, and no one had shown that a visit with her would be healthy or safe.

We could revisit the question later, if circumstances changed and the professionals agreed.

When Lorraine sent me a letter describing her sorrow at the “misunderstanding,” I didn’t answer.

I placed it in the file with the other records and went outside to help Wren water our tomatoes.

“Why do plants need different amounts?” Wren asked.