A Mother-in-law

We all have many roles in our life and one that we acquire through the ongoing lives of our children is that of a mother-in-law (MIL).

I was blessed to have had a wonderful Mother-in-law who welcomed me into her life from the moment I met her.  She was one of the most compassionate and caring people I have ever met. She also had a wicked sense of humour (she had to with five children) and although she didn't lose her temper often it was a good idea to hide when she did. We became close friends and shared similar interests. Even after my divorce we maintained our relationship until she passed away. I miss her physical presence in my life but know she is there in spirit.

Now the shoe is on the other foot and I am a MIL. I have a son-in-law (Dad to my two grandchildren) and more recently a daughter-in-law. I hope I can be as supportive to them as individuals as my MIL was to me.  These are the people my children have chosen to share their lives with and are an important part of our family.  Unlike my children, I haven't known these people all their lives but they have become a much loved part of our family and have blended well into the ebb and flow of our life. 

Another part of becoming a MIL is the addition of the other side of an extended family. Again this is a unique opportunity and it's been an enriching experience to share family celebrations with my children's in-laws.

We're not all perfect (except me) kaggklfklfg........ (whoops I lost track, my halo crashed to the floor). As I said we are not all perfect and make mistakes but for me I trust my children's judgement and welcome all those who share their lives, in particular their partners.