Several days went by with Arizona spending every waking moment spoiling Sofia. They made daily trips to the hospital to visit Chloe and then would spend the afternoon doing anything Sofia wanted. They went to the aquarium and the zoo. Sofia made nightly calls to Callie and tonight they were doing a family dinner. Callie was leaving to go back to New York the next day. Arizona was surprised that Callie had not mentioned her discussion with Bailey and was wondering if she would tonight. She didn't know if Callie was going back to New York for good or if she was going back to prepare for her return. Callie had told Arizona previously that it was a different atmosphere in New York but she had adjusted to it. It didn't compare to Grey-Sloan but what could? Arizona was curious about what Callie's plans for the future were. She hoped they would have to opportunity to discuss it tonight.

Arizona decided she would cook considering that Callie doubted her ability in the kitchen. She was making chicken tacos because she knew Sofia would like it. She was making last minute sweep through the house to make sure it was perfect when the doorbell rang. Sofia ran to the door but waited for Arizona to open it. She ran into her other Mothers arms and hugged her. "Mommy I missed you. Come into the kitchen. Momma and I made chicken tacos."

Arizona greeted Callie " Hi come in. We're glad you could make it."

Callie smiled and said "It smells wonderful."

They walked into the kitchen and Sofia showed Callie all that she had done to help prepare the meal and set the table. She was really proud that Arizona let her help cut up the vegetables.

Callie looked to Arizona and said "Don't you think she is a little young to be using a knife?"

Arizona replied "I was right there holding it with her. I wouldn't put her in a situation that would harm her Callie." She resented the implication that she was reckless with her daughter's well being. She turned her back and went about finishing up the last minute meal prep.

Callie touched her arm and said "Arizona, of course you wouldn't. I just haven't allowed her to help before. She is so young."

Arizona replied "Callie, we can't keep her in a bubble. We have to allow her to have responsibilities and to trust her. We have to let her try new things. Sheltering and protecting her do more harm than good."

"I know, I know. You're right. It's just hard. She's not a baby any more and that's hard for me to accept." She replied.

Sofia interrupted "Is it ready yet? I'm hungry."

Arizona smiled at her daughter "Yes of course. Go fix your plate."

Callie said "You let her fix her own plate?"

Arizona sighed "Yes Callie I do. I can't baby her. I have a baby that will be home really soon and I need for Sofia to be a little independent."

Sofia looked at Callie "I'm a big sister now, I have to be sponsible now."

Callie smiled and said "Responsible."

They ate and let Sofia carry the conversation. Finally Callie asked "How is Chloe?"

Arizona and Sofia both started talking at once. Arizona let Sofia talk first "She has gained weight and Aunt Maggie says her heart is getting stronger and Aunt Amelia says her brain is probably fine." She smiled at her mothers, she was proud that she could remember all that.

Arizona replied "She is getting bigger, she is almost 5 pounds now. She is improving everyday. It won't be long before she gets to come home. So... what are your plans? I mean, Penny's grant is almost over and I know she will be fielding offers, any idea where you both want to go?"

Callie wasn't prepared to answer questions of this nature "Um not sure yet." And she started to talk to Sofia.

Arizona was confused. She wondered if Callie changed her mind? She knew Bailey told her about her conversation with Callie in confidence so she couldn't really bring it up to Callie without betraying Bailey. She guessed she would have to wait until Callie was ready to bring it up.

Sofia finished with her plate and asked "Can I go play?"

Arizona nodded and said "Rinse your plate and put it in the dishwasher please."

Sofia got up and did as she was told. Callie looked surprised "Wow, she is like a different kid here."

Arizona said "Sofia has always cleaned up after herself when she is with me. She can't always be waited on and catered to. She does chores here, she knows what is expected of her and most of the time she does what is expected without any fuss. I know this is different than the way you were raised but I don't want her to grow up privileged. I know she will never want for anything but she needs to know what it's like to earn things and not just getting what she wants all the time."

Callie responded "Arizona, I don't just give her everything she wants. At least not all the time."

Arizona said "I know you don't, and I'm not questioning your parenting Callie. You are a good Mom. It's just... we were raised differently." She felt the need to explain further.

"I remember having to take out the garbage when I was 4. The Colonel ran a tight ship."

Arizona proceeded to clean up their dinner mess. Callie stood to help and Arizona said "Callie you are our guest, you don't need to help. Why don't you go join Sofia? This won't take me long." Callie left to find Sofia and Arizona finished cleaning up. She made a pot of coffee and headed to Sofia's room. She could hear Sofia telling Callie that she was going to play soccer with Zola and Bailey. "Are you going to be able to come to my games?"

Arizona hung back, she didn't want to eavesdrop but was curious what Callie's answer would be. Callie said "I will try okay?"

Arizona walked in at that time and said "Callie I made some coffee if you would like some?"

Callie smiled and said "That would be great." She stood and Sofia asked "Can we watch a movie?"

Callie looked to Arizona for guidance. She didn't want to intrude. Arizona told Sofia "If you Mom is up for it?" Callie smiled and they made their way into the kitchen. Arizona asked Sofia "Why don't you go ahead and put your pj's on in case you fall asleep?"

Sofia soon joined them in the family room holding her favorite stuffed turtle and asked "Can I pick?"

Both women nodded as she picked a movie. As expected she fell asleep halfway through the movie. Callie picked her up and carried her to her bed. She was awake enough for the two to say their goodbyes.

Callie came out of Sofia's room and met with blue eyes. She could tell that Arizona had questions but she really didn't know how to answer them. She said "Well, it's getting late and I should be going." She grabbed her handbag and keys headed for the door. "Thank you for dinner, it was really good."

Arizona followed her, she didn't really know what to say. "Callie, have a safe flight tomorrow. Let me know when you land?" Callie nodded and Arizona reached up to hug her goodbye. It lingered. Neither wanted to let go but finally Arizona pulled back and said "I'll make sure she calls and FaceTimes you."

Callie nodded and walked out the door. Arizona leaned against the door for a long time lost in her thoughts. How did they get here? Is this how their relationship is going to be from now on? Co-parenting from different states. She knew how hard the previous year was being away from Sofia. She also knew that she didn't want to experience that again. She didn't really think she had too. She did have full custody. She wasn't going to worry about it now, she had a year. She turned on the porch light and locked up and headed for bed.