Great advice Mach. I've heard you say "be patient and let it settle" a number of times, and every time, it has gotten better. I'm starting to see a pattern here...hmmm
And yes, I think you are right that she is changing, that she is healing, but it is slow. She is scared, and frankly, I have done a lot of damage. I need to be understanding and compassionate.
The court dates do stress me, but I'm trying to let it go. I had too many expectations tied to the first appearance and it hit me like a hammer.
Will go back and read the bootcamp thread again. I seem to get something out of it each time.