Well put, Kay.

I too have been understanding. To my credit - as hard as it was - I stayed out of Tina's previous train wrecks and as much as it is not in my nature, gave her the benefit of the doubt. Today, however, was the last straw.

It is beyond ridiculous. I understand depression, but I too believe that holding her hand time after time is only enabling her. I echo everything Micki76 said. It's beyond that point for me. I can no longer sympathize, or empathize, with her because her behavior is disgusting.

It breaks my heart to see animals in shelters that deserve to be in extra loving forever homes. I wish I could save them all too. But rather than put myself, my husband or my existing animals into a difficult situation, I give those shelters and rescues money instead. That is responsible. What Tina is doing is the epitome of irresponsibility.