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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I have the most selfish, passive aggressive, overbearing and difficult MIL on the planet. My DH understands how difficult she is but wants me to grow thick skin and not let her phase me. He insists she has always been the way she is and that she is not changing. For 8 years, I have kept my mouth shut and ignored her acts for attention. I feel like I am at my breaking point but am hanging on because I do not want any drama for DH. ...Again, he insists that I need to just let her be, move on and kill her with silence. Anyone been here? Words of encouragement, please! [/quote]

I could have written this post, exactly. My MIL is sooo passive aggressive - SUCH an attention ho! And a huge control freak! She must command the show - no matter what. Amazing! I know my DH is embarrassed by her - and I try to not rub it in -

And as my DC get older and more aware of their surroundings and relationships, I realized that my interactions with her demonstrate to my DC how to interact with difficult people. Sure, it's easy to just check out (and believe me, I do NOT attend each. and. every. family dinner!) but major holidays/birthdays - sure. And I smile and nod and hope that my DC develop a meaningful relationship with her, as well as take cues from me on how to deal with difficult people. Good luck! [/quote]

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