Seems different to me...before no help, now he wants your help...definitely positive...and taking him...that's great.
I tried asking to get WAW mail while she was gone...she said "no thanks, it's not a big deal, I don't get that much mail anyhow." I said, "just wanted to offer, have fun on your trip, I know you'll have a great time." Maybe next time I can get the knee...I mean mail...lol. I do get to keep the dog...