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[quote=Anonymous]I'm in a similar situation...my in-laws are here for three weeks. My MIL is usually very helpful with cooking, cleaning, child care but this time it didn't go so well and she withdrew and gave the silent treatment for several days. I did a lot of errands at night time to get distance. They were mostly things that need to be done (i.e. grocery shopping) with some "me-time" activities (coffee/reading, getting nails done) added on. A few nights, I went to bed early but watched a movie in bed. I totally agree though - by shutting myself in my room, I missed out on the fun things my kids were doing! It's hard - I'd like to invite them for several weeks because my children love them so much, but not only is it uncomfortable for me, but that length of visit creates a situation where all our rules are fudged because grandparents are here! It's going to be tough next week when they leave. Kids will be asking to stay up late and be constantly entertained!![/quote]
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