He didn’t look at me at first.

The magistrate asked about the hospital records and the safety assessment.

A caseworker explained my stated fears, the current status of the investigation, and Colleen’s willingness to care for me.

My attorney, appointed to represent my interests, asked that I remain with Colleen pending further review and that contact with Dad be structured in a way that would not pressure me.

Dad’s attorney said Dad loved me and wanted reconciliation.