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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I feel the same about my SIL.  She doesn't do anything deliberately mean, we are just very different people and I find her draining to be around.  I am not really a huge fan of my DH's brother (her husband) either. I have noticed that all family events that include them are high stress for everyone because they ratchet up the energy in any gathering and have to be the center of attention.

We also stay at my IL's house for days during the holidays and I have found that it is possible to retreat to another part of the house, volunteer to help in the kitchen, take my LO upstairs for a rest, go for a walk with the dog, etc. every now and then during the visit to get a break.  It might also be worthwhile to take charge of a few things during the visit - plan a meal, outing, activity, craft, etc. for the whole group - so that you are the one making decisions and directing the group.  It is easier to deal with a dominating personality from a position of strength and authority, even if it is only for a little while. [/quote]

Take walks, bury myself in playing with the kids and helping in the kitchen.[/quote]

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