Pat,

First of all, I'm glad to hear from you. There have been so many floods in Texas this year.

Thank you for sharing your story in making a niche for yourself and four-footed family.

What I feel I'm getting out of staying put at this point is that I am staying true to my marital vows, and the way I was brought up. I still remember how painful it was to separate and divorce my first husband.

I appreciate everyone listening and advising when I can't make sense out of things. Take this week for instance. Please someone take this week.

EJ