I did have really one particularly amazing moment with one of the kids. I am grateful that I was clear headed through all this.
I also have a puppy that is goofy and full of life, so that gives all of us a positive place to redirect our energy.
Losing dogs always sucks, though, even if they are old, like he was, it came out of the blue.
No doubt in the past I would be hammered right now. I have no taste for it, however.
Thanks for all the kind words.