Melani's an even newer newlywed than Lori. And by now Melani's seen her not-as-newlywedded Aunt Lori enjoying the beach in Kauai with her gross new husband, all carefree and breezy for almost 3 months. Meanwhile, Melani's honeymooning in Iceburg, Idaho (and presumably making court dates in Utah for felony trespassing.) If Melani really
did buy in to caring for the children at some point (and you're right, she's not missing
or hiding), where are the children now?
I've been to both places. If someone's in Hawaii for months and I'm in Rexburg in the winter hiding their kids in my apartment....I don't think I'd have that much loyalty to
anyone.
I would rat that out in a heartbeat.