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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Why do you discuss money with her?[/quote]

We often talk about work bc it takes up a big part of our life. It’s just hard to relate to someone who never had to work hard.[/quote]

All you talk about is work, argue about money, and demean MIL who never had a job of consequence?

Some self awareness, grace, social skills, and a hobby or sport might help. Unless arguing and putting others down is your hobby/skill/job.[/quote]

I’m frustrated that she lives in an ivory tower and looks at me in a puzzled manner when I discuss cost of living. We absolutely are pushing for that promotion to get us to the next level.

She seems to dreamily long for the good old days when you could be a stay at home parent and not hang by a financial string.[/quote]

I have spent the last 15 years fighting tooth and nail to move up in my career to try to provide for my profoundly disabled child that will require 24/7 care until she dies. This has almost never come up when I’ve been with my in-laws. They don’t have much of a clue about my career, how expensive this kid is, etc. We find plenty of things to talk about. They love us even if they are the type to live in denial. I love them anyway. It is bizarre that this is a huge topic for you with your in laws.[/quote]

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