Started my simpler job and expect an easy ride through YE. People are great. Senior dogs aren't enjoying it as I'm in the office more than I used to be which means quieter days for them.
Dog1 is vibrant and the discharge from his glands seems to be better than it was this summer. Not cleared, but better. His arthritis and various lumps aren't stopping him just yet! Dog2's eyesight is progressively worse and thankfully he's only 11 pounds as I've been carrying him down staircases. Stairs are officially out of the question - perhaps it's depth perception that's off in addition to other eyesight issues he's faced. Actually, he's good with going up the stairs.
I've been out with several friend groups and done some catching up over delicious meals. One of the dinners provided for both laughter and tears. Apparently, it's not just dogs who are getting older and facing health concerns. Unbeknownst to us, we have all been going to the big city for different health issues since we last dined in Dec. We agreed to get together more often.
As for Pitch, Brother made some crazy decisions last week and I followed him up with crazy decisions this week. We're both laughing at our thought processes and decisions. It's been fun. Thankfully, neither of us is banking on the big payout. LOL
We're going on 7 weeks since H has needed his belongings. H has gone dormant. Nothing! I know it isn't recommended that we stage watch but certainly this is a change. Didn't attend the large volunteering event over Labor day weekend. A dog, antidepressants - neither of which I've been made aware of. And silent. No outreaches at all. What do we deduct? Could he be in depression/withdrawal?
Also, SIL (H's sister) sent an invite through a group text that included H, me and our kids to an event for nephew. I reorganized my schedule to ensure I could attend and then responded via text "Just changed my plans. I'll be there." H hasn't responded in true avoidant fashion. Not sure if he plans on attending but this would be the first family event we would attend since BD2 when family was made aware of his unhappiness...and I haven't seen him in months as I've detached for over 4 months.
And now I question if that was the right decision. With this being his blood family, should I have taken a back seat? Asked him if he would want me to attend?
