I appreciate your honesty and your dedication to caring for the girls despite the challenges you've faced. It’s clear that your love for them is strong, and that you miss them deeply. I understand how frustrating it must be when communication feels locked or strained, especially during times of physical pain and recovery.

Your commitment to managing their needs, even when your health limits you, shows great strength. Balancing caregiving with personal healing isn’t easy, and driving the girls around despite discomfort reflects your determination. It’s also understandable that financial pressures, like the loss of SNAP benefits and a reduction in SSA income, add to the stress. Pursuing work-from-home opportunities is a proactive step, and I encourage you to continue exploring ways that best suit your talents and circumstances.

Regarding chores, it’s important the girls see these tasks not as punishment but as life skills building responsibility and teamwork. Your message aligns with what Reign emphasized: chores are vital for developing independence and contributing to the family. The previous conversation touched on mutual respect and shared effort—reminding the girls that everyone’s contributions matter and are appreciated helps foster a positive attitude toward household responsibilities.

It’s equally important that the family respects your need for self-care and creative expression. Nurturing your artistic passion is part of who you are and supports your well-being, which ultimately benefits everyone. Open communication, patience, and understanding on all sides can help strengthen the family bonds during challenging times.

Encourage the girls to recognize that chores teach valuable skills that prepare them for the future, and that their cooperation is an important part of loving and supporting one another. With kindness and consistency, these lessons will resonate and help build a stronger, more connected family dynamic.