flipperjo, you are a better woman than I am. You go to so much trouble for them all, and it tells me the love you have for your husband is deep and forever. Way to go, girlfriend. How wonderful!

You have certainly earned stars in your crown. I admire you for your patience with your MIL and even more so for chosing to ignore the "games" the two of them want to play. Some people are just drama queens (like the SIL) and have to stir the pot, or they ain't happy. They think taking the focus off of them, and putting it on someone else, actually makes them look better in everyone's eyes. But trust me, people are not blind. Not even the Mother. Especially, the Mother. Mother's know their children and their worts. She knows. Shame on her but, good for you! I also admire you hubby for standing by you.

The jewels you will receive because of your wonderful caring nature and your actions (which speak volumns) will be more beautiful than anything the SIL will EVER get.

To wear out an old phrase, I say, "way to go!"

JJ