Well, duh, what does this judge think he's going to "see"? You've been taking good care of Alex, so he's not going to see a child that "looks" to be in the middle of a horrid abusive situation. I don't see much point in subjecting Alex to traveling to AR - it would be very hard on him to be in his mother's presence, no? Seems like it should be the adults debating this. His so-called mom sounds like a looney, lets hope the judge will see that, too. Will keep Alex & you all in my prayers.