You would love Shakespeare and Company, I guarantee it. Watch out for seeing it in high tourist seasons, though. Last time we were there it was July, the line went way around the corner.

Hadn't heard about the ETH thing. That's worrying. (Though I hope you're right about being on the verge of something)

also indeed, it's a big question. Personally, of what I know of you, it seems to me another dog would be a good choice. Maybe wait until after you wrap up whatever travel plans are in your immediate future and go for it? It wouldn't mean no traveling - where there's a will, there's usually a way.

I feel like my heart already knows the answer but my head is getting in the way.

Sounds a bit like it. :)