That is great that you have an extended time with D9 and that XW and you are co-parenting well togetter. Isn't it wreally great how it all works out in the end. I also wreally like how you spell "wrotten" - I wreally think it should be a wrequirement that no words in English begin with Arrrh.
Ah yes, boxing day. I did not know of this holiday until I had taken a vacation during Christmas to New Zealand. Banks were closed the day after Christmas. I guess all the Commonwealth nations observe that day.
I guess the best gift you can get your former MIL is your love, respect and good grace towards her.