Wendy, I had to chuckle about the birthday part for your DIL's sister's dog. I went to a "puppy" shower many years ago and that was fun, but different.
I'm glad to see that you are trying different things. If you finish last, so what...at least you will have tried the SUP and had fun in the process.
I don't know about the NG/CT person. I don't blame you, I would have canceled too. I wonder why he was insistent on wanting to use your board and not a rental...I wouldn't allow him too much say over you or what you are doing...he sounds like he may have a control issue.
BTW, I'm glad your son has noticed the changes in your h. Your h isn't able to keep his behavior hidden very well. I, too, thought my xh had a brain tumor, but it ended up being mlc.
Yes, you do have a fine crazy magnet!
Enjoy your weekend!
Sit quietly, the answers will reveal themselves when you least expect them to. The past is gone, the present is a gift and you need to focus on today, allow the future to reveal itself when it is ready.