Am I missing something here? (two bitchy sisters)

[Writer]

So Mr. Writer gets laid off, we can't make the trip to travel to be with family because Mr. Writer needs to stick around here for the possibility of acquiring work, and my two sisters are now upset with me for not making the trip to be with them?

Am I missing something here? Instead of offering what I would think would be words of support or encouragement, as well as sorrow for our not being able to join them, I get lectured on how it's a silly decision to make, and how it's more important that we go down and be with THEM. What? :wtf:

Mr. Writer called his family to announce the news, and they were sad but understanding. My two sisters? Their selfishness and complete disrespect for my individuality never ceases to amaze me. They simply do not believe that I'm able to conduct my own life sensibly. And I am 31 years-old. Incredible!

I have no words for it!

Here's my sister's note to me after I explained that we needed to stay so we could avoid the expense of travel and so Mr. Writer could concentrate on looking for work (she has not said one word to me this week, despite knowing about it):

"If he has ample time to look for work, then you guys can come down for Christmas. End of story.

You can keep your Christmas presents! I'm pouting.

I'll email you again when I'm in a better spirits."