JL, you made it through the weekend while they were sick. This time you said if they were crying like that again, you would probably cave again. Let's work on that. How do you escape the constant high pitched squeal that could drive any human to the brink? Maybe put them safely in their room (kiss their forehead) and walk outside, put on headphones, or call a friend or relative? Not sure what will work for you, but they are little and it will probably happen again. Not drinking is actually a huge gift to them and will save them many tears in years to come.