u/I-Spot-Dalmatians

Hadn’t spoken to my brother for about a year, we didn’t have a massive falling out or anything but we had pissed each other off so just stopped talking. I’ve always been very on and off with him anyway, we have a great time when we’re together but he just lies and tries to stir the pot.

I was feeling quite vulnerable and was missing him in February so messaged him as you can see in the screenshot. Woke up this morning to this message, not sure what to do.

Katie is our younger sister, neither of them speak to dad (their own choices and I’ve never tried to persuade them otherwise) but my brother owes my dad £4,000 which I think is probably the cause for the hesitation in speaking to me.

I miss having a relationship with him but I just don’t know what to do.

Edit: I replied

Hey man, things are okay here thank you. Feel like a catch up is pretty long overdue though!

Fair enough mate, it did hurt at the time to be honest but I can see why you thought that way. Just so you’re aware though I have no intention of getting involved in any issues you and dad have, and I wouldn’t even if he asked me to.

Next time I’m in *home town* it’d be good to meet up? Go for a coffee or a pint or something? I do really miss you.

Have also got several scotch whiskey bottles in a cupboard

This is my boy, he’s 4 years old and I’ve had pet insurance for him all his life. Just got his renewal through though and they want £62 a month. That’s a mental amount of money for a young healthy dog. I’ve already lowered my coverage amount. I’m debating just putting £50 a month every month into a separate account and reserve it for any vet bills just in case I do need it. Just wondering what other dog/ animal owners do.