I've always been close to my Mil, we love close to her and she's always been there without being interfering, she's happy to have my dc and has a fantastic relationship with them.
I recently lost my own mum and she's been so supportive, not wanting to step on toes but being there to help out and thinking of my dad this time of year.
She helps positively with raising my sons and did such a good job with her son, my husband, I'm happy to listen to what she says
At this time of year I wanted to share the love for the good in laws