Green Lady, it's good in the end. You could always have a chat with your parents about your hobby- I told my dad 2 weeks ago that I'm a grower- he's super straight laced but took it well- this could be an opportunity to talk to your parents, adult to adult. I found it really refreshing to have that chance and let my dad know who I REALLY am!
I'm glad your parents are safe.
You can always get going on the seeds on a really small scale so as not to lose time.
Now go call your brother and tell him what a selfish twat we all think he is. BOOOOOO!
just kidding, but you might send him a copy of the little red hen story, just to give him the heads up of why no one is gonna help his ass out of a bind!