I don't know andie. I don't think so, I think perhaps she just wanted him to fancy her? Something like that.
I might buy a HUGE housecoat and hang on back of door next time she comes to stay. Will be thick and padded and made of polyester. My MIL hangs those on the back of the door when we go to stay.
Your MIL is a bridesmaid Cod? No! How hilarious. I missed that.