Christmas - The Never-Ending Annoyance Part II
I know I just posted about 1 Christmas quandry, but I also have a major gripe to toss to the masses for feedback. Bear with me, please.
I sent my in-laws a Christmas card from DH, SS9 & I. I made sure DH & SS9 both personally signed it and wrote a little note. In return, my MIL sent a Christmas card back to SS9. It was a Hallmark card specifically made for grandsons and addressed to him, so there's no question that maybe she intended it for all of us. I've waited another week plus to see if one comes for DH & I, and nothing has arrived. What is the appropriate response to this type of blantent rudeness? Do I say anything, or should I leave it be?
More info if needed: She and I do not have a good relationship, but that is caused by actions she takes like this. We will be spending 3 Christmas celebrations with her, and I already got her a gift from all of us. I really wish I hadn't. She and FIL live 30 minutes away, so I have to see them frequently. I'd prefer not to see them, but I don't want to make huge waves during the holidays with the rest of DH's family because of her behavior.
I think you're right,
I think you're right, MazzyStar. I've tried for 3 years, and this is still what happens. I have become the definition of insanity. Keep trying; keep getting the same result. Boo.
This is so true!!! My dad
This is so true!!! My dad was the biggest tightwad I know. I was lucky to get $20 for a birthday gift, but with my nephews he has bought them cellphones, and even bought one of them an iTouch (before iPads came out). I keep wondering who is this crazy person who has taken over my dad's body.
I definitely see your point.
I definitely see your point. And for the record, no, I do not keep track of who responds and who doesn't. The reason it irked me is that we sent her one as a family, and she sent one back to a singular individual in that family. Honestly, I wouldn't have cared if she had only left me out because I know she doesn't like me, but to neglect her own son as well seemed rude. But again, I see your point, and I need to let it go. In the big scheme of things, it's piddly.
yeah its just a card....I
yeah its just a card....I think you made it special and nothing special that you did got recognized....rude true, but next year...stuff the cards....dont do any....
I got heaps still sitting on my kitchen table,....ill write them today and send them 'hopefully'
I HATE XMAS...Its too stressfulll