That's great of you to help out taking care of your niece. Might feel like you've got the pause button on... but I bet this time in your life will make a massive difference to hers.
Sorry you're still dealing with all of the health stuff- back pain can be so difficult to ever get a good handle on.
Urf. Busy. Not as good at going back and forth as I used to. I've come on a few times and been reading your journal entries, though. Sounds like there's been a LOT going on for you.