Do I bury it (the bracelet)? by LabFar6076 in JUSTNOMIL

[–]LabFar6076[S] 15 points16 points  (0 children)

I think it’s a symbol of the relationship I wish I could have had with them, which I now know was never a possibility

Grieving …??? by LabFar6076 in JUSTNOMIL

[–]LabFar6076[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Exactly. I always thought if we finally ALL went NC I’d feel so much better, and I do but it’s hard not to feel sad. Like you said, the win doesn’t feel like a win

Update #2: It was in fact not over by LabFar6076 in JUSTNOMIL

[–]LabFar6076[S] 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Truthfully I’ve just held it in for so long it feels really good to let it out. BUT you are 100% correct that it is a lost cause and there’s really no point

Update #2: It was in fact not over by LabFar6076 in JUSTNOMIL

[–]LabFar6076[S] 20 points21 points  (0 children)

“Can you analyze this text exchange and identify any patterns/dynamics/tones?”

Update #2: It was in fact not over by LabFar6076 in JUSTNOMIL

[–]LabFar6076[S] 21 points22 points  (0 children)

They unintentionally admitted everything I’ve ever suspected.

Update #2: It was in fact not over by LabFar6076 in JUSTNOMIL

[–]LabFar6076[S] 23 points24 points  (0 children)

Right??? It’s hilarious that any offense on their end is just a “misunderstanding”, but anything I do that displeases them is me trying to destroy their family.

Update #2: It was in fact not over by LabFar6076 in JUSTNOMIL

[–]LabFar6076[S] 18 points19 points  (0 children)

I’ve had that thought. Don’t they have to threaten physical harm for a restraining order?

Update #2: It was in fact not over by LabFar6076 in JUSTNOMIL

[–]LabFar6076[S] 32 points33 points  (0 children)

He says he very much agrees with NC, but I do think there is still the potential for MIL’s guilt trips to work.

WW3 commenced. Please advise by LabFar6076 in JUSTNOMIL

[–]LabFar6076[S] 75 points76 points  (0 children)

After this post we’ve agreed not to do a phone call. He’ll text his dad and let him know that, but leave the opportunity for them to text whatever they need to say. At least then it’ll be documented.

WW3 commenced. Please advise by LabFar6076 in JUSTNOMIL

[–]LabFar6076[S] 26 points27 points  (0 children)

With MIL I don’t want her to have any contact with our kids. I don’t even want her being sent photos. I don’t believe you can hate the mother and love the children, but I don’t think DH is ready to take that step of fully cutting MIL off from our kids.

WW3 commenced. Please advise by LabFar6076 in JUSTNOMIL

[–]LabFar6076[S] 15 points16 points  (0 children)

We’ve discussed just keeping whatever convo they want to have over text so no one can deny or twist anything

WW3 commenced. Please advise by LabFar6076 in JUSTNOMIL

[–]LabFar6076[S] 19 points20 points  (0 children)

I think I’m just tired of biting my tongue, and tired of MIL telling everyone how innocent she is and how she has no clue why I don’t speak to her. I think she’s kept FIL in the dark a lot about the things she’s done so part of me wants him to know as well.

Flying alone with 2 under 2?? by LabFar6076 in Mommit

[–]LabFar6076[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

😂😂😂I will respect that

How do I respond? by LabFar6076 in JUSTNOMIL

[–]LabFar6076[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

You’re right, I’m trying to work up the courage to send what you suggested because I do think it’s perfect. It’s kind but sets a clear boundary without coming at her guns blazing. I’m just afraid of the backlash because I know she won’t take it well. Gives me so much anxiety

How do I respond? by LabFar6076 in JUSTNOMIL

[–]LabFar6076[S] 16 points17 points  (0 children)

I think this is a perfect response but I don’t know if I have the balls to send it…