Insulator/Cushion/Shock Absorber

There will be instances when you really have to be one. Especially if you care for the person.

To make someone feel better, to alleviate certain stress, pain or discomfort.

It's okay to be one.

Every now and then.

But sometimes, consistently being one and yet still being subject to tirades and irate remarks can just be the straw that will break the camel's back.

While it has not yet been broken in my case, I am trying to count sheep.

God, give me patience.

One sheep, two sheep, three... five hundred... seven hundred and two... one thousand...