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[quote=Anonymous]I have this theory that the MIL/DIL relationship is difficult for many people when the MIL tries to assume a position of power/dominance/authority in the family. Before I married my DH, my relationship with my MIL was so easy. Greeting cards were signed with her first name, she didn't insist I call her mom (I still don't), she didn't dispense endless amounts of unsolicited advice, she didn't insert her opinions into how DH and I parent. I suspect that if DH were still just dating, my relationship with her would not be so difficult. I'm curious, if there was no power imbalance in your relationship with your MIL and your dynamic with her was similar to what you might have with a trusted friend or colleague, what would be different? [/quote]
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