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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]See them less Don’t discuss anything at all. You don’t talk unless spoken to, and then you act cheerful about everything that is said. If you do say anything, it’s only regarding your immediate surroundings (e.g., weather, food you’re eating). You don’t ask them questions or show interest in their lives or try to connect. You say very little. [b]This defies everything I’ve ever known about how to be a good guest, but it works with my in laws.[/b] [/quote] That last line is why it's so hard. I was raised with way more politeness than I show my in laws. But it's been beaten out of me over the years. I do worry I've lost a bit of my manners, but do make a conscious effort when at other gatherings to use my skills. But all of these things are how I cope. I sometimes fail on the "cheery" part because my MIL can suck the fun out of a joyous day, but I do my best to be be calm, kind and non-confrontational. [/quote]
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