It was a pretty, awesome prize! And pretty prize. And awesome prize. And ... you get the idea. :P

I could see how it would be draining. Everyone wants to give support, but if it's support that needs to be acknowledged, then you have to use more energy on it. You're doing a lot of work on both ends to keep things going: the take care of Brian and taking care of the people who care for Brian. You're one of the really good ones!