Thread: just need to vent... in-laws related

Hi everyone- I'm not really expecting anyone to respond, because i don't know if there is a solution to this problem except prayer, but i think writing helps to clear the mind, you know? This past weekend, my in-laws came to visit on a whirlwind. On Friday morning, I found out that my family (DH, me and DS) would be hosting my sister in law, her husband and my niece. So I spent all day Friday cleaning and getting things ready for the...

I am sooooooooooo sorry! I'm all for inlaws living on the other side of the planet, or while we're at it, how about another planet completely? I feel your pain, vent away.

Venting is good for the soul, In my opinion of course. I can not stand my in-laws, except DH brother. My DH knows that I dislike them, and don't care how they feel about me. They chose to live lives that I don't approve, therefore I will not subject my children to it. This is the same for my brother. After our last visit with them, I told DH I had no reason to go back except for a funeral. Sounds harsh, but if you knew the whole...

Quote: Originally Posted by sunshinejanie I hope you feel better! As for sil, I think I would tell her where she could put her specialty butter Yeah...in her vegan buns

I hope you feel better! As for sil, I think I would tell her where she could put her specialty butter

I would tell them the next time they plan on visiting and spending the night to stop at the store and pick up the things they will be needing. Just let them know you have no need to buy them items. Its not being mean on your part, but it's not nice on their behalf to expect you to buy them.

Next year, have you and/or your DH send out invites witht the wording "Due to the current financial circumstances, no substitutions please. Or "Due to financials, we cannot accommodate special requests, however you are welcome to bring and store any special dietary needs, yourself. HTH, Lauren

Now this is JMO about SIL. I would not go out of my way to buy her any "special organic food" I would offer to take her to the store. Then let her pick out what she wants. Then get into a different line so she can pay for her self. If she expects you to pay for it then shes got a problem, in my OP. She works for a living, she can pay her own way when she visiting. as far as gift's it's a hard one for me...my BIL informed me...

I Am Glad You Were Able To Vent. For Another Side Of The Story, I Just Wish My In-laws Were Still Alive!!

I think if you did them a stockpile basket they could leave yours alone and the gift thing is handled................kill two birds with one stone.....