My immediate priority is that I have the kids 24/7 with me during which time I'm proving that I can care for them on my own and they are getting settled back at home. A childcare plan is being put to W that would follow-on. The concern is that W may not agree to it and try to take the kids away. That is why for the next couple of weeks, my GAL is going to have to revolve around days out etc. with the kids (and it's going very well).
I have been in touch with an old friend who is very keen for us to socialise together but given the circumstances it's best I'm around full-time for the kids at the moment until the childcare issue is agreed. There are concerns that W may take the kids away (again).
Single ladies... It is a good point about R potential. I have only been in touch with one and that was regarding things to do for the kids. I will get in touch with another who is doing some training that I want to do and would like the details. I have identified some new things I want to learn and they would involve group activities but likewise the childcare issue is so vital that I have to focus on GAL with the kids right now following the legal advice.
If no progress on MR then I will need to deal with finances (L and I have already agreed how to preceded with that and have a draft prepared).
As far as W is concerned, I'd want W to deal with her issues and want to rebuild a R with me. I'd want to start again as if it were a new relationship. I have a clear vision of what that could become.
