Family Law
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Mother in Law Question
Asked by M. from Dallas
on April 2, 2007
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My mother-in-law and I get along pretty well, but we are very different. One thing we are similar on is that we are both fairly stubborn. So here is the issue, I feel ...
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- Keep in mind that your MIL did raise your husband, and he turned out o.k. You are raising your child in a different generation so you will differ in a lot of things. ...
- my opinion is- my husband and children come first and if everyone else doesn't like it? too bad!!!! that goes for his family and mine!!! the safety of my children come...
- I agree! Until your baby can tell you what is going on, it is best that you don't leave her with someone that she has such a reaction to. It doesn't matter what the re...
Am I over Reacting with My Feelings? (Mother in Law)
Asked by J.H. from Washington DC
on December 3, 2008
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My mother -law has 5 grandchildren and only really gets to know my husbands sisters children. She never calls to see what we are doing and when she is invited to do an...
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- What I suggest and this is only a suggestion is maybe go over there with him and just let her interact with your son or maybe the two of you go out and bring your son....
- Hi J., We have a similar situation at my house. My MIL's golden children are my husband's first son (from his first marriage) and my SIL's son. My first son (from ...
- My situation is very similar. However over the years instead of feeling annoyed and isolated, I am kind of happy. I am relieved I don't have to play up to her and ti...
Husband and Mother -In -Law Issues...
Asked by S.B. from Orlando
on May 22, 2009
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My mother in law lost her job a while ago and is now living with us. She has no other place to go. The problem is that my husband feel as though she does not need to...
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- S., Hi, I think that Eileen who posted just before me has a really good suggestion. I like her response and the resolves she presented that are like efforts toward...
- Wow! I truly can feel your frustration. While I agree that children need to learn responsibility - your husband is allowing himself to be manipulated by his mother. H...
- Your kids are old enough to take care of their own stuff. My 4 and 3 yr old have their own responsibilites. As long as she's taking care of her mess, what's the big ...
Gifts for Picky in Law
Asked by M.K. from Minneapolis
on November 23, 2010
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haha doesnt it seem like this is something most of us go through? So my mother in law is as sweet as can be but is a stinker when it comes to being picky. My husband...
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- Give her the Key to the Secret Fountain of Youth. It Works! You can't go wrong here. She will love the way she looks and how her skin will take on its own youthful gl...
- Everybody Loves Raymond had an episode involving the Fruit of the Month Club. LOL "What will I do with all this fruit?"
- Try getting a gift card. You can open them and spend them however you like. I wouldn't rack my brain every year if i'm going to get the same results. They have rest...
Sick of My Sister in Law!!
Asked by T.L. from Corpus Christi
on August 30, 2010
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Strong title, I know, but I am reaching my boiling point and fear a confrontation is near. Will someone please give me advice on how to handle my SIL and her constant...
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- Hi, Have you spoken to your brother about her behavior? I know my brother 95% of the time sticks up for his wife whether she is right or wrong, but it might help b...
- T., You write that "She and my brother are very well off and want for nothing. They have five beautiful and bright children, they live in a huge home twice the size o...
- In laws are tough. Hang in there. There's a lot of comfort to take in the fact that your family seems to see her negative behavior too and so you don't hafta wonder if...
FAKE Sister in Law
Asked by K.W. from Hickory
on October 6, 2012
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I think my sister in law does things to make me miserable. There is a 10 year difference between my husband and his sister but she tries to be just like him. When I wa...
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- She's sounds young and immature. You don't have the market on a baby name, just pick another fabulous name IF you have that baby. That's always been a crazy argument t...
- Stop spending time around her. Don't worry about how people perceive you or her. They will eventually see right through her. Don't give her money or advice or tell her...
- wow. she sounds like an out of control brat of a teenager... my husband's little brother (14 years younger) was similar. he had a serious illness as a child, and th...
Mother in Law Issues
Asked by M.C. from Detroit
on July 15, 2009
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I am in need of advice on how to handle my mother-in-law. We used to get along really well until we found out that when my husband and I would tell her things about ou...
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- I'm no expert but It sounds to me that what goes on in your household should be kept in your household. It seems as if you did not have any problems with her until yo...
- I decided only to share the positive things with family, the negative with an outside friend. Good luck! A. H
- Sounds like sister/daugher is manipulating mom. I think sis has a bit of a sibling rivalry and jealousy w/brother and she is trying to get mom to side with her and ge...
Help with Mother in Law
Asked by T.M. from Cincinnati
on November 20, 2006
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I have had issues with my mother in law since I married my husband. She treats me like I am an outcast in the family and rarely even acknowledges I am around during fa...
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- Ha, ya your situation sounds like mine. My bf's mother doesn't like me and the rest of his family I'm sure are fake and act like they do yet don't. They live 2 1/2 hrs...
- I agree with Heidi S. You could drive to her once awhile for no good reason. Sending her some cards, pictures of the children and the children's funny drawing! It show...
- Hi Tara, I must say I feel sorry for you and no I don't think you are being childish! I've had similar situations but I always tell my kids, why force yourself on so...
Mother in Law Advice
Asked by T.Q. from Grand Rapids
on August 7, 2008
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Hi ladies,
I really do need some unbiased advice on how to deal with my mother in law. I could write a book about this, so I will try to keep it short. This past w...
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- I think April T gave you some good advice. Maybe the other family members don't know you'd like to be included, could be MIL is filling their heads with her opinions ...
- I would confront her, in front of your husband. You have two children to think about, too, so it's important for you to have a healthy relationship with their grandmot...
- Sorry to say it will not change most likely. Some people are unhappy in their lives and need to make others feel bad in order to make themselves feel good - this is s...
Seeking Prayers for My Mother in Law
Asked by P.L. from Washington DC
on October 6, 2008
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Why am I awake at 4:44am? fairfax Hospital just called to inform me that my mom in law, Lauretta has been moved to trauma ICU and has been sedated... She has been batt...
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- Before I pray if you are her daughter in law it does not matter who gets things in order as long as they are in order. You maybe the only one that will be able to get...
- P.: Hello! I'm sorry you are going through this. I will keep your family in my prayers. I will say that the hard questions MUST be asked NOW. IF she goes on L...
- I'm sorry to hear about your mother-in-law. I find that a lot of times, men don't ask those kinds of questions because it means "reality" has come to surface or eithe...
