Well, my dad pretty much took care of his younger siblings, and he was both masculine and firstborn, but I think that had more to do with how my grandma raised him. He also did most of the cooking and cleaning while he was still alive since my mother "didn't do it right." (Which is true, every since I was tall enough to reach the top of the laundry machine I've done my own.)
They're also Candadian! So, you know, go with the Canada love.
Not disputing or making a general point - my Dad could break the mold as his Dad died when he was 2 and he was raised by his mom and at least 5 older sisters being the youngest of 9. Just my thoughts on your bro - no offense meant.
Oh, no offense is taken at all. I just feel it has more to do with Andrew being my mother's firstborn, not him being a firstborn or a masculine child in general. Though I will never deny that I most def. suffer from "Middle Child Syndrome."
It can, by no means, have been easy growing up as a caretaker :( I always feel both a deep sadness, but also a great respect when I hear stories like yours. *HUGS*
If you ever need something I can help with (even on the other side of the Atlantic), ask me! (Whether it is fic or just a chat or I DONT KNOW).xxx
I mean, you get used to it, b/c really, there is no other option. I mean, maybe there is, but not for someone like me. I can't live with myself if I turn my back on my mother and twin sister.
And I will let you know, bb! Thank you. I am seriously fine and really, I had 8 years on my own, 8 years I never thought I'd get, and when I'm older I will be thanking anyone who is listening for having this time with my family. I might be having to delay my life for a few more years, but in all likelihood, I'm going to be the one around longer.
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You had me at "Sarah McLachlan-esque" to be honest. Will give them a listen when I can/find them.
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They're also Candadian! So, you know, go with the Canada love.
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...but that's a story for another day.
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Glad things are looking up for Carrie. You're still in my prayers.
((HUGS))
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And thank you so much! *hugs*
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It can, by no means, have been easy growing up as a caretaker :( I always feel both a deep sadness, but also a great respect when I hear stories like yours. *HUGS*
If you ever need something I can help with (even on the other side of the Atlantic), ask me! (Whether it is fic or just a chat or I DONT KNOW).xxx
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I mean, you get used to it, b/c really, there is no other option. I mean, maybe there is, but not for someone like me. I can't live with myself if I turn my back on my mother and twin sister.
And I will let you know, bb! Thank you. I am seriously fine and really, I had 8 years on my own, 8 years I never thought I'd get, and when I'm older I will be thanking anyone who is listening for having this time with my family. I might be having to delay my life for a few more years, but in all likelihood, I'm going to be the one around longer.
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