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[quote=Anonymous]I don't particularly click with my in-laws, either.  But it would never occur to me to try to get out of seeing them a few times a year.  My husband loves them, they are nice people who adore their grandchild, and they have always gone out of their way to be kind and welcoming to me.

So I go and I smile and I make polite chit-chat.  And when it starts to be too much, I suggest that we all go for a walk or to the nearest playground.  Or I say I need a nap and go chill in my room while they play with my daughter.    Or I say something like, "I'm reading a really great book right now.  Do you mind watching Larla for a little bit--I'm at such an exciting part?"  or, "Wow, I'm really tired!  Does anyone mind if I go take a nap?"  And I return to the group refreshed and ready to participate again.

Keep in mind, you are teaching your children how to treat you when they are older and married and have kids.  What lesson would you like them to learn?  What pattern do you want to set?[/quote]

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