I am so sorry for what has happened to you, especially before the holidays. What a totally inconsiderate jerk! Hmmmmmm......... makes me wonder if he did it NOW to save the cost of Christmas presents etc? ( 'Scuse me but my "bitchy" side comes out when I see a Sweetie Pie like you being treated this way).
Be proud of yourself Hon, you sound like you totally have your head together, even in the devastated frame of mind you are in. And just think what you have accomplished if you are only a short time from Graduation. And a big Bravo to you for wanting to hold your little doggie family together! (I see a wonderfully dedicated "skin-mama" in the future).
You have been given excellent Real Estate advice here from some very knowledgeable ladies. I have nothing more to offer but please feel free to PM me any time you are having a bad day and just wanna talk/get advice from a long-time Mom.
Big hugs to you. Your family must be so proud of you!
Lauren
Note: Please allow yourself time to grieve. It's something we all go through after the loss of an important relationship. Heal on your own time table; don't let anyone tell you to "just get over it"
