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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]It's your husband's relationship to manage.

They're his parents. If he's not asking you to push the status quo- and in fact you say he doesn't want to talk about it -- then don't push.

Your kids love your ILs enough to want to see them- which is why they were disappointed the visit was shortened. That means they have a decent connection. Plus you're doing the two trips.

The only way your kids are getting a sense that they're less valued than the cousins is if you are the one conveying that message.

This is not a relationship you can manage. So stop dwelling on it. Your kids are fine. They're not the center of you in laws' life but they do have a connection.

Don't make yourself miserable comparing yourself to the more involved cousins. That honestly sounds like ego, not that there's actually anything wrong. [/quote]

Great advice.[/quote]

I agree with this, too.

Also to whoever said that grandparents are usually closer to their own daughter's kids. Its true in our family. Its just the way it is. You need to chill.[/quote]

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