Recovering mom doesn't want dog at home
I hope you can give this more time and explore common-sense ways to ease this burden for you. If there is a nearby kennel, "doggy daycare," or experienced pet sitter, perhaps your husband could drop off the dog during the day for three or four days a week and you could pick her up at the end of your workday. This would give you privacy, and might give the dog some important canine interaction during the day. Hiring a dog-walker would also give you a much-welcome break from this disruption.
It sounds as if your husband and son are stepping up when they are home, which is great.
It is imperative that your husband work with you and support your efforts. Re-homing the dog should be a mutual decision.
Dear Amy: I'm an older woman. I'm attractive, well groomed, speak clearly and enjoy socializing over a meal with others.
If I was eating and someone I know asked if she/he could sit with us, I'd welcome them to the table.
I saw a married couple I know quite well who were just sitting down in a very casual cafeteria in our church. I asked if I could sit with them. The wife acted awkward, and responded that no, she would prefer me not to.
I've eaten with them many times before. I wasn't asking them to pay for me, and they know that, from many times we have eaten together.
I don't understand this. I wonder if it is bad manners to ask if you can join someone?
I really like companionship and friendship, so this felt like rejection.
-- Wondering
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