So the basic story of what happened is that the house got away from me, compounded by having way too many cats, and we had to leave. They also took Ben, but we're working on getting him back. Meanwhile, we moved and are now sharing a house with friends in Saint John. It's a really nice house and they're on top of housework, so I'm learning from them. We have FAR fewer cats, too. (That hurt, seeing them take the cats, but it had to be done.)

I'm treating this as a learning experience. We did end up in a much better situation, and they're helping us get Ben back, there's just so many hoops to jump through. The adjusted situation works well for everyone; they get help with financial stuff and with the little girl who lives here. (She's adorable, so I don't mind helping.)

And I help with the puppy. She is very sweet and well-intentioned, but she's 4 months old, so still very active. I'll post a picture as soon as I can figure out how from my phone. :)