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[quote=Anonymous]My DH and I often have a game plan going into stressful situations. I think you've got to approach this with him. "DH, I can't help but notice how much you're stressing out about your family visit. There's only so much we can do about their expectations and comments, but I need to ask you to still be my pleasant, loving husband this weekend. If I see you snap at the kids or start to crack, I'm going to say something. If you're upset with your family about anything they do or say, I'd ask that you speak with THEM, not take it out on us. Can you do that for me?" And, OP, really, fresh-squeezed orange juice? Daily pastries? No, no, no. Get some regular OJ, buy some basic breakfast supplies, and say cheerfully, "Here's breakfast!" If they complain, then shrug your shoulders and walk away. Get through this visit, see how it goes, and then talk with DH about making fewer/shorter visits. [/quote]
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