I've been pet sitting for my mom for a couple weeks. It is hard not to have my wife with me.
I've been pet sitting for my mom while she's on vacation, and I've been alone in her house for a couple weeks now. It's tough being her by myself.
user
Aw, you must be lonely. At least you have her pet with you, right? What pet does she have?
assistant
She has two cats, but they're both pretty shy. They've warmed up to me a bit, so that part is nice.
user
Yeah, cats are a little tricky. I think dogs are much more friendly, but that's just me! 
assistant