You're probably right, Regretful, about your husband's stuckness contributing to him feeling depressed. It seems to me that he must also be feeling confused, guilty and torn. It can't feel great being in his shoes at this point. I would guess that his depression is multi-factorial.
By the way, I don't think feeling depressed goes hand in hand with loosing a few pounds. It could lead to the opposite. Don't wish it on yourself
Yes, it's great that the L is buying you time. Good luck with the birthday idea. Make sure you don't have expectations though.
Me: 51 H: 52 T: 23 yrs M: 19 yrs S18, D16, S14 (special needs) PA: 2003/2004 Piecing: 2004 on Suspect H had EA: 8/2012-12/2012