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I'd seek out others to help communicate with your husband? Including establishing a trusted rapport where they can help him reason through some of his desires and thoughts. IMO, his doctor should also have an opinion at least in terms of how his mental & physical health may come into play in the not too distant future. Can you try to find alternastive activities like going to the movies, out to eat, going to a sporting goods store to peruse camping equipment? Going to a baseball or local sports' competition. I know it is a challenge to simply "create new interets"' but again maybe with the help of another or others that might be accomplished?
Great point about socializing! I find myself so starved for “normal” conversations that I often don’t give my husband my full attention when others are around. Yet he always looks at me when trying to find words to answer other people. I’m going to work at engaging more with him on those few occasions others are with us. The Happiest of New Years to Both of You & May You Continue to Find Moments of Joy & Blessing!