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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote]We are very different. I was taught to accept and embrace differences in people; and do not understand people who are so set in their ways, that everyone would ever be expected to be just like them. Apparently with MIL, it is either her way, or the highway. That strikes me as the wrong approach - especially for a grown adult whose family is growing in size.

I like to embrace people's differences. But "miserable", to me, is not something I am able to embrace. Nor is "abusive", which everyone (who) knows MIL (and certain siblings with her disposition) was to DH.[/quote]

If you were raised to embrace differences, why aren't you accepting her for who she chooses to be?  It doesn't matter if you think it right or wrong.  It's her choice and you need to respect.  She has clearly communicated to you that she's not interested in your gifts, your DH, you or your kids.  Why can't you let it go?  Why do you keep pursing this?  And, she abused your DH?  Get your ass to therapy and figure out what the fuck is wrong with you! [/quote]

It is slightly frustrating dealing with a family that refuses therapy.  One person can not move mountains.  Have you tried?  Were you successful?  Do tell!

Do you "force" your DH to reject them entirely?  Or do you try to "play nice" the once per year that you communicate?  Can you answer any of this? [/quote]

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