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[quote=Anonymous]I'd start doing what PP mentioned, give them less information. This takes practice. I have to do it with my MIL, because she stores up things we say to throw in our face later. So I tell her less. When she asks a question I don't want to answer I don't give her a firm answer. Ex: MIL: How much is in Susie's 529? Me: not enough! Haha MIL: how much though? Me: she will definitely be able to buy books! did you see the news about metro closing? Refuse to engage. Deflect and then change the subject. Your DH must do the same too. Less information means less ammo. If she asks about the carpet, don't dive into all the things you DID spend money on, or why cosmetic things aren't on your list yet. Just say "I don't know!" and move on. Other comes backs: "Hmm" or "interesting" or "Oh yeah I've heard that idea" or "huh" or "I'm so glad that works for you". Use as much as possible.[/quote]
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