Yes, these short days are brutal. Tops, are you drinking plenty of water? Your activity rate is high, so I'm wondering if you ever get a bit dehydrated. Hope you find a way to get a full 8 hours sleep too, it's so difficult working shifts, your poor body clock must be constantly confused. When do you cut down on these hours?
Mariah, it is difficult to know how best to support your uncle. Similar thoughts have gone through my head regarding my parents (shall I move closer, find a closer job, should I visit during the week too....), I feel torn, but I know that my parents want me to be happy and not "duty bound". It's often on my mind, and I'm not sure if I've got the balance right or not.
UP, hope you're doing OK bud.