I am so sorry you are having to deal with this, jrae. It's so disappointing. What I finally had to learn--the hard way--is that, just because I am biologically related to them, doesn't mean my family can be counted on to provide any level of support. It was hard to let go, but I feel much better having done so. I haven't spoken to my only brother in seven years. Which is just fine with me. He's an *********. Now, I get my support from the few people who actually care and are there for me and from the awesome people on PC. Wasting time chasing a family that doesn't give a s*** is like wasting time chasing a girl (or boy) who doesn't really want you , but likes toying with you. It's just heartache. Forget that crap and move on. Focus on the people you can count on. They're your real family. I really believe you'll feel a lot better. And I hope you do feel better very soon.