Hi there, boncliffkennels.

You are absolutely not "nothing". As you've pointed out, you have two beautiful daughters and they will need you, even if they/you sometimes don't know it. I'm 27 - I for sure still need my dad. Just being there for them will mean a lot, in the long run. Running around with them isn't everything; sure, it's nice, but being there when they need you for advice or general support is what truly matters, in my eyes. I'm sure they understand, and if they are too young to do so, as they get older, it'll make more sense.

Do you receive professional help at all? If not, I think it's time to consider it, because you shouldn't feel alone like this. I don't suffer with chronic pain (forgive me if I've no right to say any of this - I just didn't want you feeling unheard) but being alone and restricted in some way is something with which I am familiar. Without support from therapy, a support group, my dad, my best mate, and of course PC, I certainly wouldn't be as strong as I am now. It's OK if you need help, ... as far as I'm concerned, you've more than earned it.

Take care of yourself.