Community Chat

[DeLaney]

I admit I have little to no patience with rudeness---a quick temper is also a weakness of mine. I could tell you what I'd be *tempted* to say in the moment. . . But that wouldn't be helpful to you, or me.

It's all according to the outcome you desire, Furry, as to how to handle this awkward situation. If you want to cut her out of your life; that's easy to do---even passively, as you have been. That may cause some problems within your marriage, and your relationships with other in-laws. I don't know. . . It may also result in bitterness festering from afar---not healthy, if so.

If you decide to take the high road by honestly aiming for peace and forgiveness, at least your conscience will be clear. You and your husband will know that you did try to do the right thing, even if the SIL chooses not to.

I wish you all the best in your efforts!

[Thrive]

Hello,

You have all been so helpful in giving me ideas as to what I can/should do. It truly has given me more of a perspective as to how to handle such rudeness. I have always been a soft spoken person. Perhaps this is why she tends to insult me. I feel that I can be civil to her unless she insults me again. After that, I would have to let her know what's on my mind. I also feel that I would have to avoid her as much as possible if she insults me again. My husband will simply have to understand that I have had enough! Once again, I appreciate all of the help given to me.