1. A method comprising: defining a first graphical diagram comprising a first relationship defined between a first object and a second object, said graphical diagram further comprising a first shape definition for said first object; copying a third object, said third object not comprising said first shape definition; selecting said first object; pasting said third object into said first graphical diagram to create a fourth object; dissolving said first relationship between said first object and said second object; establishing a second relationship between said first object and said fourth object; establishing a third relationship between said fourth object and said second object; and applying said first shape definition to said fourth object.