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[quote=Anonymous]OP, it sounds to me like there has been an incident or possibly multiple incidents in your past where "I love you" was used to manipulate or control or make you feel guilty. I've been there. It sucks. Now, it doesn't sound like MIL is doing that, but it's hard to get past your instinctive self-protection and squirrelly reaction. Try to remember that in some families, I love you is just a goodbye that can be tossed off casually. Have a safe trip! I love you! It actually makes people feel good. I know you don't want to be mean, and you can't help yourself. It's not helpful to say "get over yourself" because you are who you are. Can you start by saying "You too Joanne!" Is that comfortable?[/quote]
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