I'm still trying to keep to myself. Xh has been ringing occasionally to speak to the kids and has reported that his father is not doing well following the major surgery he had last week. Made it sound like he was not going to survive.
I've been speaking to MIL about it and she gives a much more positive version.
Friendly neighbour helped me and S14 fix our broken back fence on the weekend. I'm constantly amazed at the kindness of others.
Kids and i have been on the go. Life is full - and yet still feels empty. I assume we'll get there with the passage of time.