I would never realize I was quite helpful in my family until 【1】(I) mum became ill. Last month, she went to hospital. The doctor said she needed to stay in bed and have 【2】 good rest.

My dad works in a restaurant and 【3】 (return) home late every day. He doesn't have time to do housework. This time, I had to depend on myself the w【4】week. I was 【5】 (provide) with a chance to do housework. It was not as easy as I thought. As soon as I got home from school, I had to make 【6】(meal). It was always quick when my mum did it,【7】 for me it took a long time.

After dinner, I washed the dishes. Then I washed my clothes. This took more time. I didn't even start to do my homework until late in the evening. By the weekend, I was 【8】(real) tired. I didn't play with my friends because I needed to rest.

My mum feels 【9】 (good) this week. I know how much work she does for our family t【10】 this time.