I stayed home today. My mother is falling apart. She hasn't slept in over three days. My brother hasn't really either. Last night he was okay and then all of a sudden he was screaming. This happened right after dinner, so dad rushed him off to the clinic thinking he had an ear infection. Mom and I rented Love Actually, because she needs to chill. When they returned home Erik took his antibiotics and then proceeded to sit on the couch crying for about half an hour before mom coaxed him into bed and we finished watching the movie.

My intent today is to keep mom from burning out and to get the laundry done. Trouble is, I'm burnt out myself. I need a nap already and it's only 9:30. Pathetic.

Today I am the mother.