Yesterday the delicate situation of inlaws arose, as our daughter's husband's parents are visiting. I'm pleased to say we were careful and kind to each other and feel more and more comfortable around them. I'm beginning to look forward to seeing them for dinner each time they come. But this time I made more effort. Instead of going to a restaurant, we had them here for dinner and I cooked a meal that took some time and thought. They were very appreciative, and good will abounded.
Foremost in my mind is to treat them the way my daughter would wish, and think of her and her husband's feelings. I want to be supportive, not tension producing. They are amiable people, and make it easy. We don't share interests, but that's okay. The major interest we share is loving this young couple and wanting the absolute best for them.
Both my husband and I felt really good afterward, and were proud of ourselves and them. Our intentions are honorable.
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