@Twisti
I guess its good to know I'm not the only one dealing with this problem. Its so frustrating! I'm right across from him but I feel like we're worlds apart. Fortunately though I suggested a hike today and he was game. Hopefully as a bonus my dog will jump in the river and have a bit of a bath

@Cant Stop Crying
Thanks for the ideas. I don't really paint (I'm not very good at it haha) but I've considered trying to start. If nothing else I think I might be able to illustrate my emotions through use of colour. As for current hobbies though I write stories with a friend but he's also absorbed in PC games now. I'm thinking about starting to garden once spring really kicks in though. Maybe by the time summer kicks in I can gave my own little oasis of peace in my backyard