Highlights: Lauren joined me for a session with Denise. She was nervous but did share things that I thought were helpful. Before we went, she threw out the idea that we go to Monterey. I was initially not into the idea but warmed up to it given the break in the weather and the opportunity. I suggested we include Tommy. She asked, and he declined. She asked again, and he said no. As we were getting in the car, she pressed him, and he agreed. It actually went well. I thanked Lauren later for staying on it. He wasn't hugely engaged, but it was still a family trip after a tense week that I felt positive about doing. We went to Phil's new location in Castroville, the Aquarium, then Fishermans Grotto for the good stuff…! The dogs were alone 11-5 and did really well - no accidents, constrained to the kitchen. Jen and Lauren watched "Daddy's Home 2" and I worked on getting things coordinated for our flights and Vegas weekend.
