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[Dawn of Hope]

Hooz,
I am so terribly sorry to hear about your dog. I know how heartbreakingly hard it is to lose our beloved pets.

I do seriously worry about D. This is such a critical time in her emotional development relationally, and we all know that girls who feel lacking in their relationships with their dads tend to compensate in their future romantic relationships, and don't choose wisely. He is in such denial and self-justification that he blows that off, but he's the only one who can "fix" it.

Not being a parent, I am always very hesitant to give parenting advice, but I do want to mention that although I know worry is part of a mom's job description, your H is the only one who can "fix" this, as you have pointed out. Therefore, it is outside your circle of influence. So although I know it is impossible to stop worrying, perhaps you can keep reminding yourself that since this is NOT under your control anyway, you need to do what you can to protect/prepare your D, and then hand it over to God. I hope that helps.

Take care of yourself. Thinking of and praying for you.

Peace and blessings,
Dawn