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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]My grandparents lived next door and it was the most wonderful thing for me growing up. And I loved big birthday gatherings and family get togethers. I get what you are saying OP, but please consider what your kids may want. [/quote]

In that case your grandparents had their own house. Op’s issue is that she basically has houseguests every couple of weeks for a few days at a time.  That would drive most people nuts!![/quote]

I get that, but I think it's time to drop the formalities and[b] treat them as family and not houseguests. If they are visiting every 2-3 weeks then they need to fend for themselves and be put to work.[/b] This might also open up a line of communication and allow OP to be more direct with them. Seems like they are retired, maybe they can move a little closer.[/quote]

OP has a say (even veto power!) in whether she effectively lives with her in-laws.  Their wishes don’t trump hers.[/quote]

Of course she does. All I am saying is that while this is a problem for her, rightfully so, this kind of close relationship may be very beneficial to her kids and husband. I am not sure she fully appreciates the latter, but I could be wrong.[/quote]

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