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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]MIL is like this and totally controlling about food. When we stay with her she dictates the menu (with little regard to what people actually like) and meal times and expects the kitchen to be closed otherwise. Last time we had dinner with her she prepared 3 small chicken breasts to feed 6 people - her, me/DH/BIL (all healthy, active adults who like to eat) plus a tween and a teen. She acted shocked when I offered my chicken to my hangry kids who scarfed down their small portion in a few bites, like it hasn't happened a million time before.  On occasion she makes dessert, but insists that it hs to be eaten directly after dinner when everyone is still seated at the table.  I declined once and said maybe I would have some a bit later in the night and was told a strict "No!"  :lol: [/quote]

The only thing I don't get about this - unless it's like one night a year - is why no one SAYS something. I just could not do this.[/quote]
My MIL pulled this stunt a few years ago when we were all gathered at her house. She wouldn’t let anyone cook but served teeny portions for the first day. My DH is the youngest and was unsure about saying something. Immediately after dinner was cleared on the second night his sister and brother announced that they were going out for pizza and everyone was welcome to join. The entire house except for MIL emptied out in 5 seconds. She’s been serving normal portions ever since.[/quote]

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