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Kalahari Wayrest
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Posted - 2007.07.04 16:32:00 -
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Edited by: Kalahari Wayrest on 04/07/2007 16:34:01
Not entirely sure why the they think they should or can enforce their rules on you in your home...
My parents were never like that anyway, but my roomates dad is a very 'my roof, my rules, I'm the head of this household' type person. But whenever he's stayed here, he's just fit into whatever and however we do things.
Maybe if there's a way you and your wife could assert yourselves in a united front...? A like "Look, we appreciate your concern, but this is our house and we'll do things our way?"
Or would that just cause more trouble?
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If we have an argument, my wife will take their side no matter what.
Doh I've just read that 
I take it that it would be unwise to mention to her that they're being unreasonable then...
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Shameless Avenger
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Posted - 2007.07.04 17:03:00 -
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Buahaha  the revenge...
I have spent a great deal of time thinking about how to get some sweet revenge. Up to this morning, nothing I could think of was free of retaliation. I needed to find out something subtle but at the same time infuriating.
Like every other morning, I was woken up around 5:30AM to the noise of kitchen utensils. As usual, the mother in law already had breakfast prepared. And as usual, it was something that everybody liked except me. I proceeded to make something for myself. Not an easy task, because all my kitchen supplies have been rearranged. Apparently, my organizational skill are not worthy.
Today was groceries day. But since today is also a national holiday, getting groceries is a pain in the rear. No surprise, the task was assigned to me and I was sent alone with a long shopping list. I had to drive 25 miles to find an open store. I finally ended up on a wall-mart, full of people like if it were Christmas because it's the only darn thing open.
Once inside the store, I found myself in the pharmacy section, with the shopping list on one hand, my wallet in the other, looking at the photo of my baby daughter...my precious little girl. And then it hit me!  I've been looking at this the wrong way, as a son-in-law. My wife is *their* daughter. I have to imagine myself in the future, as a father-in-law with *my* daughter and a 'despicable' son-in-law of my own. What could really mess up my cool in that situation? Think shameless! Think!
I knew my mother in law will take the bags as soon as I get back home. She will claim I don't know how to store groceries and will unpack every item herself. I looked around, and buahaha... PREGNANCY TESTS!
Then I thought, one test could mean "OMG what have we done! lets check!". But a whole bunch of them definitely mean "we are looking up to this". So I took 4 packs with 2 tests per pack. Then I went through the rest of the shopping list as quickly as I could. As part of my master plan, I also bought a few toys for the kids as "4 of July" presents.
I got home and put my plan in motion. I proceeded to store groceries on the kitchen. In a flash, the mother in law said some comments about my organizational skills and took over the task. I gave the toys to my kids and got the *video camera* to film my kids playing. As expected, the father in law said something like "a man should help in those tasks" and went to help the old lady in storing the groceries. And then... the master-card moment!
Like in slow motion, I panned the camera and zoomed on them as they took all the tests from the bag, one by one. The OMGWTF on their faces was priceless! I'm going to take some stills from that video and frame them.
They are now on the porch with my wife. They look nervous. They are telling stories about some aunt Susie that had too many kids and was abandoned by her husband. They are telling how impossible it was for aunt Susie to get a new husband with all those kids, and how difficult it was for her to maintain a job in her situation.
Buahaha, I have them on the defense. Yipikaye!
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Evil Bonzi
Fire Mandrill
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Posted - 2007.07.04 17:25:00 -
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Real Life: Return of the Son-In-Law
That was a genious plan 
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Kalahari Wayrest
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Posted - 2007.07.04 17:28:00 -
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lol!
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Derovius Vaden
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Posted - 2007.07.04 17:34:00 -
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Edited by: Derovius Vaden on 04/07/2007 17:32:41
Originally by: Shameless Avenger
WTFPWNAGE!
 I think I ruptured my spleen laughing so hard... Oh god...
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Krulla
Minmatar
Queens of the Stone Age
Anarchy Empire
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Posted - 2007.07.04 17:42:00 -
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Originally by: Shameless Avenger
[Nah, that department is up to date. Is mostly the usual "you are not good enough for my daughter" kind of attitude. Like:
Me - Welcome to our new house!
Them - This small matchbox a house? You wish!
Honestly, tell him to **** off.
I don't care who he is, if you're inviting someone into your home and he starts off by insulting it, he's not a person that deserves to be in your house. Your wife hopefully understands; After all, her father is insulting HER house as well.
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Dau Imperius
Amarr
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Posted - 2007.07.04 17:44:00 -
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Um mate. I'd hate to be the nay-sayer on this, but I reckon your plan is going to back-fire on you. (You almost had the right idea when you looked at your own child's picture. You should be shwoing them why you're a good husband, regardless of what they say, not giving them more fule for the fire.)
You stated your wife will usually take thier side on things? Now they're out there 'talking' to your wife? What do you think is going to happen?
You didn't get them on the defensive, you got them on the offensive. Big difference. Bad vibes from this. Oi, if you want to get them away, don't be having them pollute yoru wife's mind with more rubbish.
Meh, what do I know though. Still, this sounds like a really bad Tele show and/or movie.
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Derovius Vaden
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Posted - 2007.07.04 17:46:00 -
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Originally by: Dau Imperius
Um mate. I'd hate to be the nay-sayer on this, but I reckon your plan is going to back-fire on you. (You almost had the right idea when you looked at your own child's picture. You should be shwoing them why you're a good husband, regardless of what they say, not giving them more fule for the fire.)
You stated your wife will usually take thier side on things? Now they're out there 'talking' to your wife? What do you think is going to happen?
You didn't get them on the defensive, you got them on the offensive. Big difference. Bad vibes from this. Oi, if you want to get them away, don't be having them pollute yoru wife's mind with more rubbish.
Meh, what do I know though. Still, this sounds like a really bad Tele show and/or movie.
Whats the worst thing that will happen? She will tell him to double wrap next time?
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jason hill
Caldari
Nightmare Holdings
Sylph Alliance
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Posted - 2007.07.04 17:57:00 -
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funney thread  likes it a lot
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Shameless Avenger
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Posted - 2007.07.04 18:44:00 -
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Originally by: Dau Imperius
...back-fire...
Nah, I got them chasing smoke and mirrors now.
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Akita T
Caldari Navy Volunteer Task Force
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Posted - 2007.07.04 19:30:00 -
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Originally by: Shameless Avenger
I'm sure many of you had this experience before. I'm in need of some moral support. My inlaws will stay here for 2 weeks. Every time they visit we end up having... erhm... issues.
Camp the stargate leading to your house... err, I mean the entry alley.
Gank them. Pod them. That'll make them go back home.
>.>
<.<
I didn't say that out loud, did I ?
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Locus Bey
Gallente
Qalandar
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Posted - 2007.07.04 23:02:00 -
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Have you sat down with either or both of them, and explained your distaste for their demeaning manner? Unless their completely unreasonable this seems a good course of action.
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Mary Makepeace
Caldari
Neh'bu Kau Beh'Hude
Ushra'Khan
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Posted - 2007.07.05 10:11:00 -
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Edited by: Mary Makepeace on 05/07/2007 10:11:22
if they disrespect you, then the give their daughter no self worth, as she chose you as her partner.
the first thing is that you need is your wife to realize that. they are spitting in her face every time they disrespect you.
their parenting skills fail in every respect, there is no reason to listen to their good parenting advice as they have no confidence in their own ability to raise a child to freely choose its own path.
disgusting.
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Shameless Avenger
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Posted - 2007.07.05 22:55:00 -
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Well, the master plan is still working. I got them off my back. Now something came up on their family and they are cutting the vacations short. They should be leaving by Sunday morning (3 more days).
Thanks again, all of you who have gave me moral support or helped me laugh. I appreciate all your suggestions. I have already tried most of them but it doesn't work. I have observed their greater family for years and I have some theories as per why they are so different.
My collection of theories is called "The Clan". They are based on observations of this and similar families. It is quite funny and entertaining. I might post a short version of it, but that should be another thread. |
Patch86
Di-Tron Heavy Industries
Atlas Alliance
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Posted - 2007.07.05 23:17:00 -
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That was a genius plan mate. One thing though- you say you've got it on film.....? 
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Ragnarohk
Caldari
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Posted - 2007.07.06 02:24:00 -
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Oh God, that kind of act would choke me. Seriously, do you owe them a massive amount of money or somesuch? Smarmy comment at the door? Well you're not coming in then. The most worrying part of your predicament is that your wife will side with her own parents rather than the man she's supposed to love, whom they are attempting to trample.
Perhaps I'm foolish and have too much pride, but they would be booted oh so very quickly. Then I'd discuss with the woman who swore at marriage that she loves me more than anything else in the universe "until death do us part" why she keeps turning on me. Or more specifically, why she wants to help her own parents put down her own husband. That's messed up in itself! A quick psychologist profiling apparently says that she's still trying to win their love and admiration, which is a serious issue with itself. (Yeah, currently living with a shrink. It's very interesting).
Their "rules" would especially grind me. Due to my physics background, having some in-law parents dictating what is and isn't healthy due "radiation" or what not is so incredibly obnoxious that I wouldn't be able to stand it! I mean, master's degree in physics versus "but radiation is bad!".
Still, you're in a bad cage right now, trapped basically so, *manhug*. Sorry for ranting myself. I guess I get too caught up in stories occasionally. 
-Rag
(I don't mean for you to be offended or insult you or your family, obviously I know very little about this story, it's just an initial and very shallow impression!  )
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Shameless Avenger
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Posted - 2007.07.06 03:07:00 -
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Ragnarohk,
I'm not offended at all. My situation is ... erm ... challenging. To fully understand you would need to know the full history of the greater family. But you are right on track, winning parents approval/admiration is part of the bigger picture. A very important part. Not only the parents but the greater "extended family" that I call The Clan.
Patch86,
YES DUDE! I got it on film! But I don't know if I will keep it though. I fear retaliation from The Clan. So far no one noticed my master plan at work. I prefer to keep it that way.
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Chainsaw Plankton
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Posted - 2007.07.06 08:59:00 -
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Originally by: Shameless Avenger
Originally by: Derovius Vaden
Just make sure to have lots of middle-of-the-night encounters, being as loud as possible. They'll get the hint.
Sounds like a great plan, but since they will be using the kid's bedroom, the kid will sleep with us.
you must have a couch, or the kitchen, or maybe the bathroom, or the backyard?
all good places for a kid to sleep 
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thesulei
Applied Eugenics
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Posted - 2007.07.06 13:09:00 -
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My inlaws are migrating to France (1000km away from where I live in Belgium) in two weeks....so...\o/
Good luck with your situation.
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Velsharoon
Gallente
Endgame.
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Posted - 2007.07.06 13:54:00 -
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Well done that man :)
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Patch86
Di-Tron Heavy Industries
Atlas Alliance
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Posted - 2007.07.06 16:48:00 -
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Originally by: Shameless Avenger
Patch86,
YES DUDE! I got it on film! But I don't know if I will keep it though. I fear retaliation from The Clan. So far no one noticed my master plan at work. I prefer to keep it that way.
TBH, I think you know what to do...
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Micheal Dietrich
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Posted - 2007.07.06 18:02:00 -
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I know I'll sound like a ass here but seriously grow some balls and put your foot down.
It's your house, you earned it.
Since it's your house, it's your rules and no one elses.
If they have a issue with your rules, point them to some cheap hotels.
If they don't like the house or the rules, tell them they can buy you a bigger house and make the payments and you will abide by their rules.
They come to your house. They treat you like ****. They insult you. They belittle you. I don't care if their in-laws, outlaws, by-laws, or total strangers, that is downright rude and uncalled for. If they don't like it, oh well tough ****. Tell them they will get respect when they give respect in your house.
As for your wife, she needs to learn to cut the cord and stand up to her parents which is what I'm seeing here unless the whole story isn't being told.
If she gets mad at you for talking back to her parents then let her know that your sick and tired of the abuse. It doesn't matter if it's 2 weeks or 2 months you don't need that crap. You 2 have a life together and it's your life together, not the in-laws. That is your kid, and again, your rules for raising it.
If this ends up in a divorce well I'm sorry but that's just a petty reason to divorce.
You can't run the rat maze forever. Eventually you will see theres no exit.
My apologies if I offend anyone with this thread.
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Shalia Ripper
Caldari
High4Life
Curse Alliance
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Posted - 2007.07.06 19:34:00 -
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Originally by: Shameless Avenger
Ragnarohk,
YES DUDE! I got it on film! But I don't know if I will keep it though. I fear retaliation from The Clan. So far no one noticed my master plan at work. I prefer to keep it that way.
youtube for great justice.
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Griffinator
Gallente
Contraband Inc.
Mercenary Coalition
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Posted - 2007.07.06 23:04:00 -
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jesus man there is no way on this earth i would put up with 1/1000th of what you seem to go through, i would have picked up their bags at the first insult and slung them through the door saying "My house, treat me with some damned respect or don't come back!!", plan's are o.k but maybe you need to show them that your willing to protect their daughter as they don't seem to think you have a spine, personally i would have told them to go forth and multiply with 18million camels myself.
but hell maybe i'm just strange like that
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Father Weebles
Repo Industries
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Posted - 2007.07.07 04:54:00 -
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its about time u grew some balls and showed your in laws whos the man of the house ffs
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Derovius Vaden
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Posted - 2007.07.07 07:48:00 -
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Originally by: Father Weebles
its about time u grew some balls and showed your in laws whos the man of the house ffs
He has to be careful his misses doesn't cut them right back off for doing this to her parents. Speaking from personal experience, many women are irrational, emotionally-insecure wrecks; to attack her parents insults would be misconstrude as an attack on her.
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Shameless Avenger
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Posted - 2007.07.07 07:54:00 -
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Originally by: Father Weebles
its about time u grew some balls and showed your in laws whos the man of the house ffs
Nah, I have done that in the past. It only made things worst. There are times to have a pair, there are times to use the brains. There is too much at stake:
This should be avoided.
I can't let this happen.
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Derovius Vaden
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Posted - 2007.07.07 08:06:00 -
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Originally by: Shameless Avenger
Originally by: Father Weebles
its about time u grew some balls and showed your in laws whos the man of the house ffs
Nah, I have done that in the past. It only made things worst. There are times to have a pair, there are times to use the brains. There is too much at stake:
This should be avoided.
I can't let this happen.
Nickelback is a sin against nature.
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Shameless Avenger
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Posted - 2007.07.07 08:20:00 -
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Originally by: Derovius Vaden
Nickelback is a sin against nature.
True, but the video was needed to illustrate without typing too much. |
ivar R'dhak
STK Scientific
M. PIRE
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Posted - 2007.07.07 12:51:00 -
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Heh, you have my deepest sympathies.
CanŠt comment that much as I donŠt have the hands on view, but IŠll say youŠre doing quite good, up till now.
Maybe you should try to get the wifey more on your side.
I guess itŠs your remarried status that has them all(including wife) hot and bothered.
Their rules are really funny, although you shouldnŠt dismiss the microwave one lightly.
Try this experiment: boil water in a microwave and water a plant with it(cooled off of course ) . Then try the same with normally cooked water on another plant. Preferably of the same sort and if possible young plants.
Do this a couple of weeks, if the nuked water plant holds out this much.
Bottomline, microwaving DOES do weird things with food.
But donŠt believe the internets or inlaws, check it out yourself.
Maybe you even could turn it into some kind of "Your inlaws made me think" thing. Placating the missus a bit.
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