@taty111 I sure do understand what you are saying. I, too, try to stay away, keep busy, and avoid as much as I can. Today, I spent most of my time outside tending to my lanai garden. We, too, do not sleep in the same room or eat together. In fact, the only thing we really do together is take him to doctors, because he cannot drive. I can't really say that I have any support. His family has totally closed the door on him and tells me that they are sorry I am going through this, but that sure doesn't help. I only have my daughter, who is so sweet and tries to help as much as she can. I really don't think I would still be on this earth if it weren't for her. You're right, my dogs, long walks, and my books help me to escape. I live in a beach town. I had an idea to go to the little beach shops and see if anyone is looking for any summer p/t help. No company is going to hire a 74-year-old
, but maybe a little Mom & Pop might. I could use the money and the time away. Enjoy life when you can!