Posted by verne on May 9, 2007, at 10:15:27
In reply to Re: Dog Situation, posted by tealady on May 8, 2007, at 19:18:25
A mutual friend who sold them their house has talked with my daughter and son-in-law several times since the blow-up. He was very tight-lipped but from what I could gather, reading between the lines, any contact from me would not be welcome by either of them.
In fact, the vibe from my friend was that even our relationship has been damaged. When I asked about my daughter he was coy and evasive.
Besides, I don't want to be around someone who has more contact with my daughter than I do. It's like he will always have something over on me. I'll want to ask about my daughter and son-in-law and he'll be unable to tell me anything.
This leaves me with no real-life friends and no family except for a sister in Pittsburgh. She said I can move in with her. She has a huge family but most have left the nest.
But I'm in no shape to travel or make a big move. I'm thinking May 2009 at the earliest. There's so much I can do where I'm at. I have a great house, big enclosed yard, and I'm only two blocks from the county park with miles of trails. (my daughter uses a different park to walk the dog)
I guess it might be awkward if I run into my daughter or son-in-law. I'm not holding a grudge but I don't think I should even say hello if I do encounter them.
This experience may be a blessing, an opportunity to turn my attention to spiritual interests, the Borderline Skills Manual, egoscue exercises, meditation, and journaling - to name a few.
If I quit drinking for a long time (months, years?) anything is possible.
Verne
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