Read on, and we’ll show you how to survive the next 48 hours unscathed -- or at least how to escape with only minor injuries.
Friday Night
Whether they arrive by plane, train, or automobile, have refreshments ready. Find out which drinks your father-in-law enjoys and them on hand. Does your mother-in-law have a thing for French cheeses? Put a couple of her favorite varieties on a platter with fruit and crackers. Ask about their trip and keep their mouths full to limit the complaining.
Saturday Morning
Offer an array of bagels or hot or cold cereal. Or suck up to your
mother-in-law by asking her to help out. Tell her you were thinking of making pancakes and see if she wants to show you the secret to her famous boysenberry recipe. You kiss-ass, you.
Saturday Afternoon
Hop in the car with your spouse and gang, and take a scenic tour of the town so the in-laws feel as though they’re getting an exclusive peek into your lives. Even if you don’t think it’s terribly exciting, they will. Follow it up with a trip to the park or an art gallery or catch a movie. It's the perfect convo topic if you're stalled for stuff to say.
Saturday Night
So your in-laws may not be the most exciting Saturday night duo, but try hard anyway. If they're prying too much ("When are we gonna have grandkids?") turn the spotlight on them: How'd they meet? Your mother-in-law may brag about her son incessantly, but has she shared all those funny moments from his childhood?
Sunday Morning
Invite friends over to join the group (trust us, you'll need reinforcements). Keep things casual with a buffet-style spread of breads, muffins, and fruit. When it's time for them to head out, say how wonderful it was to spend time with them (even if you're lying). Oh, and hold in that sigh of relief until they’re completely out the door.
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JCSpartan509
clr 1223, If I were you I wouldn't give up my bed either. I understand the need to make them feel comfortable but don't sacrifice your bed with your husband just to make them feel better. Put them in a blow up bed, tell them it's all you have, and you won't be lying.
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clr_1223
our inlaws aren'r traveling from very far but I still wish we had a guestrooom for them to stay in. since we don't have a guestroom I think it only appropriate to give them our bed and us take the couch or a blow up bed, my husband says "nobody sleeps in my bed, not even our parents." When I was growing up my parents always gave up their room when their parents came to visit. Any advice? We are at a stale mate on this one.
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mollysue84
I know a lot of people have in-laws that are hard to love, who complain, pry, and make themselves very disagreeable, but I frankly think it's disgusting to assume that EVERYONE'S in-laws are like that, and to talk about in-laws in general as if they were bratty children. Trust me, I have my own in-law problems, but I respect them because they are good people and older than I, and I love them because they are my husband's family, and I love him more than anyone. It's not like they live with you every day; you can actually enjoy being with them once in a while.
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mariedavid27
just be yourself and relax. You can't always please everyone, especially your in-laws. It is a good idea to invite other family members or friends, because that way you''ll be less nervous. If you are having dinner with your in-laws,you can play some nice or fun music. You could show your wedding album or even watch a video. Drinks are also important. Overall, just do what you can do and do not panic.
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