Desirae,

I heard nothing you said that showed any of this was your fault. You're a great mom, you care about your kids. You can't do it all, so stop blaming yourself. It's the people in your life who aren't living up to their responsibilities who are to blame. Your husband couldn't go to the food bank, for crying out loud? Your mom disappeared for three days? That's sure not your fault!

I'm glad your mom showed up and is helping you out, but that doesn't make what she did okay. I hope the dogs are okay.

Maybe you can find a local moms group where you can find friends who can help you and give you resources. Other moms might include struggling moms who know what you're going through.

You might also call the food bank and ask if someone could bring you something, if no other option is available in the future.