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[quote=Anonymous]I think having a list of things to say isn’t as helpful as understanding how to navigate a new relationship. My MIL is generally critical. Of everyone. When someone pushes back on how mean or uncalled for her comments are, she cries or lashes out more and generally takes a very “wounded” type stance. She sees only her good intentions and can’t see AT ALL how unsettling being mean is ON CHRISTMAS MORNING. Ahem. Learning how to bite your tongue, working to be genuinely happy and glad for time you are together. Accommodating new people in the family with love (new spouses, new children) and realizing that duel working families are BUSY. Visits born out of obligation aren’t nearly as fun as visits born out of affection, even if they happen on the same schedule. [/quote]
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