Also, I know what you mean about me having the authority to choose what is best for the kids, but the problem is that H and MIL are feeding them so many weird ideas about me and about what is possible/allowed/okay that I am always battling a false narrative. I don't want the kids to think I am keeping them from MIL either.


I believe I will see the bounty of the Lord in the land of the living.
Wait for the Lord with courage.
Be stouthearted, and wait for the Lord.