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[quote=Anonymous]I just need to vent a bit. We have had a rough month (my wife is having some health issues) and my FIL and MIL (who got divorced at 65 and passively aggressive dislike one another) decided to visit at the same time to "help out." They are understandably worried about DW, which is why they both wanted to come at the same time (we usually keep them separate). DW is stuck in bed for the week recovering from a procedure.

We have a 18 month old and 3 year old. My wife doesn't have the greatest relationship with her parents, but agreed because we need the help. Let's just say, not helpful. They expected to be entertained. Didn't watch the 18 month old carefully (the kid is on a mission to kill himself). Complained (passively) about how early we get up (not our choice the kids are up 6 am sharp daily). Complained about the traffic. Refused to help with cooking/meal prep ("because we don't want to mess up your kitchen and don't know your systems"). And when the kids and I are at work, they sit around sniping at each other. When I walk in with the kids and chaos, my FIL runs to the basement (because the noise is too much) and my MIL aimless wonders around asking what she can do to help.

I've been as specific as possible and give them specific guidance ("can you hold the baby so he doesn't run into the wall repeatedly. I'll get dinner together." MIL holds the baby, gets a text, puts baby down, baby runs into wall. Cries.

They left yesterday and I just feel the wave of relief that I don't have to care for two senior citizens while keeping my small children alive, working, and taking care of my wife. It's just too much.

Rant over, thanks, DCUM.[/quote]

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