Iriesistah, I am so sorry you had to put down your beloved dog. I know how painful that is and it never gets easier no matter how many times you go through it. I also sorry about your hen, that's awful.
Your boys are simply gorgeous! Love their long hair!
I know this trip will be so wonderful and healing for you. Just getting away from all those negative vibes at home (from hubby) will do such wonders in lifting your spirits. I used to be with a very controlling man who eventually made me soooo miserable. I thought I had nothing to complain about because we lived in a beautiful home, and had the best of everything (or so I thought). Some of what you wrote sounds all too familiar and my heart just breaks for you because I remember feeling that way too and it sucked. My ex also convinced me to quit my job and I realized he did that so I would become dependent on him for money and yet another way in which to control me. Thank God I finally had the strength to leave him and I have never looked back. I am now with the most amazing man ever, and I think my past relationship has helped me to appreciate him so much more. I thank God every day for giving me another chance to believe in love. Hang in there. You and your boys certainly deserve much better. Never forget that.
I can't wait to read about your trip! Now, go have some fun!!