a mother?

You are a truly wonderful, selfless person. Your siblings are so very lucky to have you in their lives and to have you to take care of them. I know that it can be hard at times, but it is so wonderful what you are doing. You should be very proud of yourself and of how you are making a difference in your siblings lives. I wish you all the best. Keep your chin up. You are doing a tremendous job.

Trust me, there is no comparison in my opinion. I am the eldest child, and even basically raised my youngest sibling whom I am 18 years older than she is. The major difference for me was that with my siblings and other relatives it was optional. I had a choice as to whether or not I would respond to the need or want. As a mother you have no choice. Everything for and about that child is your obligation. For your siblings it sounds that they were older and could provide for themselves. If I don't feed my child he doesn't eat. If I don't provide shelter he is without. You are responsible for molding that child's life. You are responsible for there ethic and moral foundation. You are the first role model. You are their introduction to life. Their view of life is first seen thru your eyes. For me there is no role in life that compares to that of a mother. There is no role that I would rather play. There is nothing that makes me happier.

Hi there Barigwak! I think that they are really lucky to have you as part of their family. Sometimes, when you're always giving, you might feel abused, used and tired. But being family, loving them, you can just not turn your back on them and find pleasure in helping them when you do even just a bit.