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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I have had the same situation. My dh is notoriously awful about planning and gifts. So I often just do it for him, which I resent as I do not like his mom. I am trying to not do this anymore, but I do hate awkwardness. This time I went to a store with him to pick a gift. Still, I had to remind him and go with him but he picked. Not ideal. And my mil doesn't even like me either! It all feels a little stupid.[/quote]

So learn how to accept some awkwardness.  It sounds like neither wants you in the middle of their relationship. [/quote]

Oh mil definitely wants gifts and attention and dh definitely does not want her to feel upset not to have those things. It's just that he is not making it a priority. But yes, I need to step back and let him deal.[/quote]

Stop trying to rescue him and get from his laziness and dysfunction. Let him experience the consequences of his choices. Let her experience the son she raised. It's fine. If she thinks she can pout and hassle him into gift-giving, let her try.[/quote]

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