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[quote=Anonymous][quote]There were a few tears after we asked her why she was sulking and pouting. She first accused me of purposefully leaving her out and then yelled at my mom about the same thing. She then cried to my DH (in public) because nobody could see her side. It was infuriating. We were all really upset she acted this way. We didn't talk for a few weeks (she wouldn't talk to us, rather.) It was all so high-drama.[/quote]

I don't understand why MIL was questioned about pouting and sulking. If an adult in our party is pouting I leave them alone and ignore the behavior. It's not my problem. It's not behavior that's necessary to correct.

You said your relationship is not close. Your arrival with your mother probably reinforced to MIL the lack of closeness she has to her son's family, and she thinks your mother sees the children more. Not your problem! However she was asked and responded. Ignore sulking MILs.

[quote] I'm thinking if only inviting my own parents this year, and maybe planning a cider mill trip when DH can attend or something. [/quote]

Whatever you decide to do, she needs to hear the plans from her son. Your telling her may lead to her blaming you for not seeing your family enough or getting to do the activities she expects to do with your family. Your husband needs to take the brunt of any disappointment his mother may have.

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