Her Age Was Manageable
It made Dale’s life simpler because Lise was already six years old. She was already independent and well behaved, so he didn’t have to cope with the continual attention a newborn needs. He was there to provide the family and kindness this girl so desperately needed!
A Behaved Girl
Lise was already so disciplined after spending so much time at the orphanage, which made things simpler for both her and Dale. The only challenge was making a real connection, which Dale attempted to do by showing kindness, support, and compassion. He was desperate to start a family because Lise needed one.