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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I am probably not as warm as they wish I was. My husband grew up in a family that's very close. He talks to his mom almost daily, and they have a big family call each weekend. I grew up raised by nannies and haven't had any contact with my mother in 15 years.

Any time they call and ask to come visit, I say yes even if work is hectic or I've got a lot going on. I make sure we have foods they like, make reservations at restaurants they like, that they get alone time with DH.

If I'm going to their area for work I haul the kids along so they can spend time with them. I make sure we get cards/thoughtful gifts out for mothers/fathers day, their birthdays, christmas. I try to get together with them for either thanksgiving or christmas.

To be honest, I'm not really sure HOW to be a better daughter in law. I feel like I SHOULD do better or more somehow, but I'm not sure what exactly to do. 
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You sound pretty darned great to me.  You're generous with your time and energy, you get things like they like, you buy nice gifts...all that is extra effort on your part, and you should feel proud of yourself for being so kind and giving.  I hope your ILs appreciate all you do for them.[/quote]

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