It's heartbreaking to read stories like yours with the realization that your experience is still common in our society. No child should be made to bear the burden of adult responsibility, not even if a parent was lost. But here we are, all because our communities have all failed in stepping in to act as family and guardians to the bereaved.

You didn't have to go through all of that but you did, and I'm proud of you. Even more glad to know you are resisting the idea that you owe your life as a debt to your family. I hope you continue to assist them but never neglect your own needs in the process. Hugs!🫂❤️