Section 3: The Arrival of Friends (500–600 words)
Describe the friends’ arrival: their energy, expectations, perhaps obliviousness to your injury.
Husband’s behavior: possibly hands-off, or treating your discomfort lightly.
Your inner monologue: growing resentment, feeling unseen or unappreciated.
Section 4: The Turning Point – His Mother Arrives (500–600 words)
Describe her arrival: timing, demeanor, authority in the household.
Immediate reaction to the situation: observing your condition, husband’s behavior, chaos.
Tension builds: confrontation, subtle or direct criticism.
Your relief: someone finally notices your struggle and validates your feelings.
Section 5: The Aftermath (400–500 words)
Lessons learned about boundaries, marriage dynamics, family involvement.
Reflection on the emotional and physical strain of hosting while recovering.
Conclusion (200–300 words)
Summarize the emotional journey.
Empowering takeaway: advocating for self-care, setting boundaries, speaking up.
Close with a reflective or slightly humorous note to resonate with readers.
