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Original poster

I am your Mother-in-law ask me anything - Halloween Special edition.🎃

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Milfromhades · 31/10/2019 16:50

I don't know why my DiLs consider Halloween the perfect time for me to put an AMA in AIBU, but as you know, I am always happy to help. Halloween Smile

You may wonder how I got into AIBU while you were out, well I had my own set of keys cut, I knew you wouldn't mind. I must say the place was absolutely filthy and I have had to give it a good scrubbing (I tidied up your knicker drawer while I was at it), don't worry I don't expect any thanks! Now it is looking a little better and I have time to put my feet up with a cuppa and answer some of your questions. I have opened that naice box of chocolates I found in the bottom of your wardrobe, waste not, want not I always say.

I consider myself an expert on most subjects so do feel free to ask me anything you like. Here are a few FAQS to get you started:

Should I go to MiL for Christmas? Of course, I have already got the sprouts on and nearly finished knitting you a hideous jumper with one arm slightly too short. It should be most jolly.

We have already named dd 1 after MiL, should I name dd2 after my own mother? There's no need to choose a family name for your second, I would go with a flower name, something classic like Rose (coincidentally my own middle name).

Are you in favour of Brexit? Yes, I am sorry for my friends who have retired to Spain, but I'm afraid it's a necessary first step towards restoring the Empire in time for our dear Queen's centenary year. I am not so naive as to think it will all be smooth sailing though, and I am certainly not adverse to a bit of "prepping". I have built up quite a stockpile myself. Luckily your FiL is partial to spam.

What do you think of trick-or-treating and should I decorate the house for Halloween? Quite frankly no-one would notice the difference if you turned your house into a ghastly hovel festooned with cobwebs so I shouldn't waste your time. As for trick-or-treating I used to think it a vulgar American practice not that much different to demanding money with menaces, but then I found out that, in fact it is all based on the ancient Scottish tradition of Guising so that is absolutely fine.

Now I look forward to answering any other questions you may have for me so ask away.

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Milfromhades · 31/10/2019 20:45

Why do you insist on always leaving your car at ours when you go away for long extended holidays? ( your could leave it outside your own home but no you drive an hour out of London to dump it on us). I have installed a little spycam on it so I can keep an eye on you while I'm gone.

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honeylulu · 31/10/2019 20:45

Why did you keep telling me I was "such a lucky girl" that your son shared his income with me (his wife) but then got cats bum mouth when he finally told you I earned a lot more than him (and shared it with him)?

BertrandRussell · 31/10/2019 20:47

The trouble Is, it’s not lighthearted. Is it? A lot of the questions are really serious.

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Milfromhades · 31/10/2019 20:47

I am a MIL. I find it hilarious. Shall continue to do so up until one of the posts looks suspiciously as though it could have come from my DIL... then of course, I'll be reportin' like a shot
Ah a fellow MiL sounds like you have your DiL well trained if she can make a fine roast potato well done!

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FeeLock28 · 31/10/2019 20:51

I adore my MIL, who is, in fact, the best MIL in the world (I checked). She opened her heart and welcomed me to the family the instant I arrived with my DH. She was super when my own mother died.

If I could ever be half as good a MIL as her - if either of my twins decides, etc - I won't be too unhappy.

PumpityPumpPump · 31/10/2019 20:54

Why did you say I should increase my hours to earn more to take the financial burden away from your son? You would prefer the children to be in nursery full time than to be with me. 😒

Why do you never call (twice a year) but when you do, all you talk about it how wonderful your daughter and SiL are?

NoIDontWatchLoveIsland · 31/10/2019 20:54

Oh bertrand I don't think the questions really are serious. honestly. Everyone in this thread knows it's light hearted!

NoIDontWatchLoveIsland · 31/10/2019 20:57

Ps
I like my MIL. She has her funny ways (as does DM, whom I could apply many of the qus on here to Grin) but she's lovely to me & we have a great relationship.

I find this thread to be amusing. MNHQ please don't shut it down!

AnneKipanki · 31/10/2019 21:02

Seriously? BR .

Nextphonewontbesamsung · 31/10/2019 21:03

@NoIDontWatchLoveIsland - no this thread is not all gently poking fun at mother-in-laws. I have read the whole thread. There are plenty of posts which are evidently not gently humorous. Mumsnet is not a hive mind anyway so there will never be a consensus on what is amusing/harmless and what is not.

Perhaps I'll start a thread poking fun at first time Mums obsessing over baby yoga and the like.

AnneKipanki · 31/10/2019 21:06

Never mind, tomorrow is All Saints Day , perhaps there will be a thread in praise of all the fantastic ones .
Maybe not Halloween Shock

Anniegetyourgun · 31/10/2019 21:13

Thank you Milfromhades. I prefer to think of it as having trained DS to pick out the right sort of partner. He did, of course, have the sense to seek my approval when he popped the question; and I did, naturally, warn him there would be Consequences if he failed to treat her with adoration at all times. Men so often need guidance in these matters.

AnneKipanki · 31/10/2019 21:34

Ok .
Why did you decide to come to the wedding after all when a few weeks before you said you would not set foot in that church?
How is that for serious?

AnneKipanki · 31/10/2019 21:34

Not that it has bothered me for 30 years!

BertrandRussell · 31/10/2019 21:38

@NoIDontWatchLoveIsland

“Oh bertrand I don't think the questions really are serious. honestly. Everyone in this thread knows it's light hearted!”

Just look at the post immediately before this one of yours.

pallisers · 31/10/2019 21:40

You can tell me. I AM your favourite daughter in law - right?

theoriginalmadambee · 31/10/2019 21:51

Ooh a double fun thread, something for those who want a laugh and something for those who live for something to fret over.

Double bingo.

AnneKipanki · 31/10/2019 21:54

Oh to be perfect.

MrsToothyBitch · 31/10/2019 21:56

How do you get your voice to carry through so many walls in one go? Why???

Have you ever found any of FiLs poorly stashed poor copy quality porn dvds that he buys off Dodgy Dave in the pub?

Notthetoothfairy · 31/10/2019 22:21

Why do you lie about paying for things for us? When you finally wear us down and we reluctantly agree to what you want as you will pay, you then go behind my back and demand a refund from my DH! Other times, you offer things but conveniently “forget”, yet you wonder why you never see us!

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Milfromhades · 31/10/2019 22:34

You can tell me. I AM your favourite daughter in law - right?
Yes you are.

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RainingFrogsAndHats · 31/10/2019 23:07

No, I'm your favourite daughter in law!

Whoops75 · 31/10/2019 23:30

I used to love Mrs Mills

So in her spirit, MIL

Please be a good grandma instead of a competitive parent. Your children are 51 & 47, their under 8 achievements are long over.

pallisers · 01/11/2019 01:48

No, I'm your favourite daughter in law!
Sorry raining but it is me. She does love you too though.

KristinaM · 01/11/2019 01:50

I’m also a MIL and i find this thread hilarious. It’s threads like this ( and Mn in general ) that have taught me how NOT to behave as a MIL . And reduced my helping / commenting on / advising in my adults kids lives.

Mn has taught me how to “smile and nod “ a lot.