why is everything going downhill and how can i be happy again?

[Catherine M]

Your Dad should be maximizing his time with you--someday he'll be old and you'll be the one going out and leaving him alone upstairs. However, telling him this will probably not be effective. Overworked middle-aged frustrated people think they will always be middle-aged. Suggest an activity you both could do together and after that then leave him his time to himself, if he insists. What does he like to do--cards? sports? cooking? Think about it. Your mother should be grateful for your help. Share your feeling with her --don't get mad and swear. As for your friend--well, you've got to find other friends. Several. That way when one goes bad on you, you have backup. The summer before leaving for college can be very trying. You will always remember this time. Try to be outgoing, social, and confident when you get to college.
Good luck!