Kelly,

Sure sounds like drugs to me. Either Crystal Meth or something else. You need to concentrate on yourself and your cats. Your brother is a big boy and can take care of himself. The less you worry about your family and brother, the stronger you'll grow.

And don't feel bad about your brother packing up and leaving. I have my only living sibling (brother, older by 5 years) sell his house in Shrewsbury, Mass. and move to Hendersonville, NC without even telling me!!!! I had no clue he sold his house until one day I happened to ask him. He has totally disassociated himself from the rest of the family (cousins) and hadn't spoken to my father in 20 years before he died. The only time I see him is at weddings and funerals. To this day I just don't understand why. Don't think I'll ever get an answer.

I'm so very happy for you, Kel. If anyone deserves a break, it's you. I'm excited about your new place and getting every one of your furkids back.

(((((((((HUGS))))))))))))))))))))

Donna