Jane, I have talked to my in-laws a couple of times, saw them in person the last time, and everything went just fine. I had planned on being positive, upbeat, and make things with me like they were going great. If I were you I would just go with "hell, she could greet me with open arms, and ask what's going on." Just use the "ACT AS IF" approach. Sounds like you are worrying yourself to much, which you really have no idea what to expect, but don't let your mind manifest these ideas before you even get there. Just let God reassure you on your trip and have some confidence, you can do it. Good luck and may God be with you.