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[quote=Anonymous]Today is my kid's first birthday.  She is the only grandchild on both sides of the family.  My MIL, FIL, BIL have not called, sent cards, emailed to wish her a happy birthday - nothing.  My family has done all of the above and more. I just feel so angry, sad, and resentful - these are not bad people, just not very thoughtful, emotive, or warm.  But my daughter deserves better - I'm not looking for a singing telegram, but birthday wishes on her very first birthday doesn't seem too tall an order.  I can't help but compare my ILs to my family, and it's night and day.  Has anyone else out there experienced similar?  Tips for coping, including dealing with spouse?   If I try to raise it with my DH, he just becomes upset and defensive (of course he's not responsible for his family's behavior, and he agrees with me that they are short on thoughtfulness. But he refuses to tell his mother how we feel and doesn't want me to do it either, for fear of ruffling her feathers.  FWIW, this is a recurring issue.  [/quote]

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