Where did you get it?

[Ohjustpeasoff]

This is a lighthearted post. So there.

My SIL (DB’s wife) asks “where did you get it?” for pretty much every item I have ever worn, carried, or had on view in my home. Yesterday at DP’s for lunch we covered my shoes (Adidas, from their site), my trousers (New Look, pathetically I felt embarrassed for this as am 45 years old), my t-shirt (M&S, didn’t mention it was via Vinted, sorry Vinted) and my bag (Olivia Bonas).

On previous occasions at my house we’ve done the sofa, rug, dinner plates, a mug, a lamp… and endless more things I can’t remember right now. Aaarrrggghhh!!

Oh, and the equivalent from my MIL? “How was the traffic?” Every time we visit her (5 minute drive). Every time we have had a day out, been on holiday, popped to the supermarket, or walked down the street. Aaaaarrrrgggggghhhhh!

What eternal endless repetitively frustrating questions do you have in your families? Have you ever snapped?

My mil always asks about DS clothes, where did you get that from? How much was it?

Or if we go out for a meal, what did you have?

I have a friend who asks how much everything cost me. Doesn't matter whether it's a holiday,a new pair of shoes or a coffee,the first thing she says is 'How much was that?'. I've started being a bit vague and saying 'Oh I can't remember'. Personally,I find it a bit intrusive.

Another one here wanting to know what your conversational gambit is when trying to make small talk with your SIL.

Maybe she feels you don't have many interests in common so she is falling back on a standard, "showing an interest" kind of response.

A bit like hairdressers asking you where you are going for your holiday, for example.

My mum always used to say.....you know ray, your ex husband??? I had a Christmas card from him!!! Been divorced for 20 bloody years and yes, I do remember who he bloody is 😂😂😂

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