@jasonbrooksf I’m alone as my partner of many years passed away in April, 2021 followed by our 14.75 yr young pup, 6 months later.
All of my family have passed with the exception of my brother. He lives about 100 miles from me, however we are estranged. He & his wife are very social & enjoy their lives. I am who I am, & finally, I make no apologies about myself. I’m relatively introverted & now have quite a bit of social anxiety because people can see no appearance of the problems with 2 autoimmune diseases…with the exception of some weight loss & gain. I have severe fatigue as well. I no longer feel like sharing with others the extent to which the autoimmune diseases impact me, so it’s just easier to withdraw & live my life in peace. I know that I’m much older than you at this point, & I really have no interest in putting myself out there, again. I was diagnosed at 58, but I now know that I had all these symptoms for probably 25-30 years prior.

How large is your Dad’s pup?
I totally understand about losing your job as I had to take disability four months prior to being able to just retire. It feels like if it’s not one thing, it always another. However, I have total faith in God, knowing He will never leave or forsake me. I do my best not to be fearful because deep down I know, He will see to my every need. That’s one reason I’ve chosen the Lord & the unconditional love and forgiveness He promises, as well as the pup & her unconditional love that God has placed her in my life. I totally believe that’s why dog spelled backward is God. I believe that they have a connection that many just don’t understand.
You can call me a nut case, but I believe what I’ve written with all my heart.🩷
I do my best to take one day, one step at a time & do my best. A couple of my acquaintances understand that I never know from day to day how I’m going to feel…& the way I feel during one day can turn around very quickly. How can a person explain to someone else what they don’t completely understand themselves. I do my best to stay positive & calm…..& as my Mom used to say, “This too shall pass!”
Hang in there, friend & continue considering a pup… not necessarily a puppy but an adult or senior. Prayers & best wishes to you!🙏💙😊🌻