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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I have a really wonderful MIL: she is warm, welcoming, and generous.  She does not nitpick or criticize.  And yet, she can drive me nuts anyway -- just like any beloved relative including my own mother.  A couple things that would make her a "great" MIL"

- Give us some space.  We already see you weekly (often 2 or 3 times per week).  You do not need to also come to church with us, grocery shopping with us, etc.  It's to the point that we're not telling you about weekend plans, because you would ask to come.  Absence makes the heart grow fonder and all that.

- Don't be nosy.  My medical issues (including pregnancy issues) are my own business; if something dire happens I will tell you about it, but I am not going to report every little issue I have and you are not entitled to know what my doctor's appointment was about or what that prescription box in my bathroom is for.  
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I totally agree with the nosy part!  If MIL makes you feel like you are fodder for bridge group gossip, that is a sign you should not share information with her.  If she says she is "supportive", but shows otherwise, then realize that she will not have your back.  Probably because no one ever had hers.

I love the examples of MIL's who stood up for the DIL's. :)

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