I hear what you and Mach are saying. what you are saying is to try to reach some sort of agreement. I have asked her to go to mediation. she doesn't want to.
Something that I always tried to keep at the forefront of my thoughts...
I wanted to step back, and think about what was best for my children.
The question that I pondered, and still do, everytime there is a situation is.
Is this really what is right for them, or am I so engrossed with "winning" that I am overlooking their best interest.
IF you can let go of the anger, and the " I am entitled to this " and really think about that before you make any decisions regarding them.
THAT is what you fight for my friend...That balance.
I agree that you should fight for your relationship with them.
I just see a lot of victim there too....
Find that balance for you with them.
How is it that they are living across state lines again ?