As someone who has been suffering from depression for almost 10 years, I've definitely considered the idea that he's depressed. I've brought it up a few times, but he keeps denying it and insisting that that isn't the problem. I do know that there are some contributing factors to all of this though - he's very sedentary and his diet is terrible. We've talked about making some changes, so hopefully things will get better by maybe getting out for walks more and eating a wider variety of foods.

We've discussed the doctor and therapy as well. He's a little reluctant to see a doctor, but I think we'll both schedule a check up sometime soon. He doesn't have a problem with therapy though, thank goodness. We'll check into that as well.

I'll try not to badger him as much. I do have a bad habit of that. I guess it's just easier for me to cope with this "separation" when I know what he's feeling. I'll work on that though.

When he wants to be alone, I try to occupy myself by watching TV, surfing the internet, reading, napping, etc. Anything really. It's hard though because I miss him so much. I'd much rather be with him than doing all of those other things.

I try to do nice things for him. Last week was really rough for him, so I bought him two cards - a sort of thank you card for always being there for me and a get well card just to let him know that I'd be my best to be supportive and understanding. Today, I surprised him with a pizza and his favorite soda. That cheered him up a bit, I think.