That has ALWAYS been an issue. She's the one who tries to "buy" their love. Anytime we would go somewhere, she had to buy them something. She's always been more concerned what her girls think of her than being their parent. I've heard "They love you more than me" Probably a million times.
I simply tell her.. "I do nothing out of the ordinary. I'm harder on them than you.. they respect boundaries and discipline."
I also believe the fact that I have the house and the level of "normalcy" it presents is a factor. Plus.. they are probably just as confused not knowing when they are going to see OM.. which place they will be sleeping in.. what time.. etc etc.
You know how kids are.. D5 will get made and say "I don't love you!!" I know it's a tantrum.. W takes it seriously.
I've lost a ton of respect for the in-laws. I know they have to stand by their D, but they have to think about the grandkids. Nuts!!
