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Overstepping My Boundry?
Asked by A.R. from San Francisco
on May 9, 2011
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My brother has a 5 year old step son he is turning 6 in a few days.. He is literally the sweetest little boy ever. My brothers wife well she is nice, and she is a good...
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- I would let your brother do the planning. Or, you could call or go over and see her and ask her if she wants any help from you in planning his party.
- No mama bashing.... That honestly sounds to me like depression :( I've been there, so I know the signs. Approaching that subject with her will be harder than your dec...
- Of course, plan his party. It sounds like she won't mind -- she will probably be happy to have you do it. Just say, "Do you want me to plan Timmy's party?" I'm su...
Is My Sister-in-law Overstepping?
Asked by W.R. from Norfolk
on August 15, 2009
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Hi!
My sister-in-law is visiting from overseas. Since she lives so far away, she doesn't get to see my daughter very often. I try to give her all the time with her ...
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- Does she have kids? It doesn't sound like she's purposely overstepping, just 'not thinking' about it being your house, and waiting for you to say or not say something....
- My mother is the same way and I do believe it's just the personality. She is a control freak and she thinks her way is the way everyone sees it. She is crazy about m...
- she sounds pretty overbearing and she'd pluck my last nerve. that being said, big kudos to you for being accommodating and sensitive enough to realize that she loves a...
Upset Because Mother Is Overstepping Boundaries AGAIN!
Asked by K.M. from Dallas
on May 11, 2009
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I have a very strained relationship with my mother as it is. She is controlling and judgemental, and we're all certain she is bipolar (all siblings agree). That bein...
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- Hi K! I agree with Jodi. I too limit my mother's exposure to my children. She is only allowed to be around them while supervised and at that...it's only for 2 hou...
- You're letting your mother and her actions get to you! I also have a 3 yr old (and 6 yr old) and we don't typically pray before sitting down to a meal, however, when ...
- I don't see what the big deal is? You should be glad someone is teaching her about prayer.
My Mother-in-law Is Driving Me Crazy
Asked by J.M. from Dallas
on August 22, 2009
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I just gave birth to my first child 15 days ago and My MIL is driving me crazy. She snatches the baby from my arms when she comes to visit (she lives 2 blocks away - ...
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- J., I agree that your MIL's behavior is over the top. You've received a lot of different advice and responses on that. I just wanted to add that you are probably als...
- If this is her first grandbaby then you are going to have to deal wtih the excitement. She is just reacting like any other MIL. At least yours is close by and able t...
- I understand that you are wanting quality time with your baby. You should have this time. I also understand that the MIL is very excited and I think that is understand...
Will I Ever like My MIL?
Asked by K.T. from Chicago
on May 23, 2010
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I have had numurous problems with my MIL and it keeps getting worse. I think my MIL hates me and my husband agrees that she hates me. Before I had my daughter everythi...
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- I have had a rocky relationship with my MIL too! I read everything in your post and I have had the same problem. When I couldn't take anymore my husband spoke wi...
- Okay - just curious what is was like for her raising her family. In her own life, does she feel love and support from family and friends? Is she a confident strong p...
- Kay, It's so exciting and wonderful, especially with the first child, sometimes we forget how exciting and wonderful it is for grandparents too. It does sound to...
Help with Mother in Law
Asked by N.S. from Minneapolis
on February 27, 2008
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OK well she's technically not my MIL, she's my boyfriends mom. We have been together for almost 5 years and have a three year old son and I have a 11 year old daughte...
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- Hi N. So I think as far as the passport thing goes…………yes, just let her do it. But if you don’t want her to have all your personal info make sure you fill o...
- Firstly, I do think it is a good idea to have passports for the entire family. You never know when you might have to go out of the country and trying to get one at the...
- I have a Mother in law that is very controlling also. It has taken many years of trial and error to figure out what to do when she gets overbearing. She recently gave ...
Mother in Law, Siter in Law Reeking Havock in Family
Asked by L.B. from Portland
on February 5, 2008
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My in-laws have crossed their boundaries too many times and in my husband and I opinions have some control issues. They are very critical, dramatic, and stubborn with ...
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- It sounds clear that they have crossed the line on numerous occasions. I have similar family issues and it was hard for me to deal with but I have unfortunately had to...
- No, you are not crazy. My mother in law is crazy. She gave us a puppy and then took it away from husband and daughter after my father in law gave it to them as a bir...
- oh, i can relate very much to these difficulties! my husband and i sought couples therapy as a result, and if there is tension between you and your spouse as a result...
Parent Vs. Grandparent
Asked by M.G. from San Francisco
on October 18, 2010
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If a parent clearly states their beliefs about not having their child attend an organized religious belief, but the grandparent does it anyways...should the grandparen...
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- MG, WOW WHAT A QUESTION!!! I have not read any of the responses so am sure to repeat some of what is said. I will have to assume that the Grandparents have the custo...
- Grandparents do have rights - to give children cookies and presents unhindered by parents - but they do not have the right to override parental decisions such as how a...
- I get what you are saying but am not understanding why this has to be a fight. Is the organzied religion that the grandparents want to expose the child to illegal? D...
Stepping over the Line?? or Is It Just Me??
Asked by K.C. from St. Louis
on October 29, 2011
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Alright guys!! I have a question to ask you guys because I desperately need an outside opinion!! My boyfriend and I have been together for 7 years and I generally get...
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- The women you are describing sound to me like they have lived confused, chaotic lives themselves and simply do not understand limits or 'normal' family interactions. M...
- K., you're not wrong. But you will have to change your strategy in dealing with them. Unless you break up with your boyfriend and move away, you'll have to deal with...
- There are other ways to look at it. How about, she has one at her house and you have one at yours? My grandson was given a lavish birthday party by some people that ...
How Do You Deal with People Who Try to Lay Guilt Trips on You?
Asked by D.I. from Medford
on October 18, 2008
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I work part time as a teaching assistant for headstart and I am running two business on line. My store takes a great deal of time so in reality I work more than full ...
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- Sounds like a situation for tough love. I would tell her just what you've stated in your message. Maybe to compromise (if you want to) set up a schedule with her, some...
- i agree with you maybe you should write a letter to her and tell her how you are feeling. Good Luck!!!!
- I'm sorry that you are feeling that way. Honestly sometimes I feel like I am inconviencing my mom and my husband's mom at times when I have to have them watch my son ...
