Sotto, You sound stronger and more grounded today. I think you handled the email very well. Sometimes they do tend to poke their heads out around holidays or special events. Even though he was contacting you about the house, he was, in his own little mind, wanting to see if you remember his special day. Well done!
I hope you enjoy the rest of the week!
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.