Then, something shifted inside me. Instead of reacting with anger, I calmly explained the truth: “Mom, I’ve been covering most of the household expenses since moving in. I buy groceries, handle bills, and make sure everything runs smoothly while caring for you. I’ve been contributing, just in a different way.”Her eyes widened. She hadn’t realized how much I was already doing. She looked down, a little embarrassed, and then softly said, “I didn’t know. I’m sorry. I just thought it was only your sister helping me.”
