Big prayers for you. And for Bear.

Would Andrew look out for Bear?

I realize it is killing you...but I see where your dad is coming from. You gotta be first, just for a while. Focus on you, and you do have good friends to help you.

In a way, I admire your dad - he could see this coming, and it must have hurt and been SO hard for him to not 'warn' you, but I guess he realized you would have to learn for yourself.

Of course, love your animals. But love yourself first - with all the determination you have shown, and strength, you will work wonders getting your stuff together.

HUGS!