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I'm not sure why PPs are dumping on you, OP. Perhaps they come from certain parts of the country that you would never dream of visiting :-)

Do you feel that you are wasting precious free time and money on a trip to see people who, decent and well-meaning as they are, aren't that exciting?

I get that feeling with my ILs. I squelch that feeling, because they love my children and love me and can't help being from a generation and country that simply does not cater to children. They are also painfully frugal.

My advice is to accept it, lower your expectations to rock-bottom and try to eek out some enjoyment out of these trips. Your children will be fine without kid-centric activities. It's probably good for them to follow the grown-ups along for once. If they absolutely need a nap or to go to bed or eat at a certain time, then you or DH excuse yourselves and get it done.

The grandparents won't live for ever. [b]If they're even only vaguely benevolent to your children, it's worth it.[/b]

(And don't get sucked into SIL's, or anybody else's drama.)
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NP. here.  I would feel different if this were true.  I hear you, OP.  It sucks.  [/quote]

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