I'm just catching up with your situation, and I wanted to say I'm really happy for you regarding the custody outcome. You must feel so relieved! How are the kids coping? I hope you can all move on from now on.
It sounds like you are doing really well in managing the complaints / conversations. I don't think she is ready for too much honesty yet, but hopefully she will start bring more honest with herself soon.
Take care
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