Hi Irish, for me you are answers to Exw were spot on. I dont see any over stepping or defending , just truth. I admire how you handle yourself and your compassion is also to admired. Just my humble opinion here , your girls have given their thoughts on communications with their mum , im sure you don't need me to tell you that they may not currently share your compassion so maybe aby steps is what springs to mind. Just my thoughts.

Sorry to hear of Ds heartbreak but it is a life lesson we all went through as teenagers ( again and again !!! ) and once again if nothing else shows D that her dad is the rock in her life.

Once again , you are an example to us all and your Ds are very lucky girls. Do you best to stay detached when dealing with Exw but it does appear she may be having a ' break' in the fog and long may that last.

Take.care , Rd