Sentence 1: Randy had recently separated from his wife. 
 Sentence 3: He considered trying to patch things up with Vera, his ex-wife 
 Sentence 4:  He decided to get a puppy instead 
 Sentence 5:  His decision made him happy and he no longer felt sad 
 Option 1: He felt very lonely and sad all the time. 
 Option 2: He felt very freed and happy all the time.