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Woman’s MIL Flirts With Her Dad, Calls Cops On Him & His Wife After Her Intentions Are Exposed
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Woman’s MIL Flirts With Her Dad, Calls Cops On Him & His Wife After Her Intentions Are Exposed

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Annoying family members can be incredibly difficult to deal with, especially when they are in your space and lack boundaries or decency. Finding a balance with them can feel like an impossible task, as they often seem to escalate the situation whenever you think you’ve made progress. This is exactly what happened to a Redditor whose mother-in-law moved in with their family and turned their lives into a living nightmare. Her behavior was so disruptive that it even led to the police being called and the Redditor’s parents being displaced from their own home.

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    Some relatives can be really annoying and push you till you have no choice but to react

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    This redditor’s relationship with her mother-in-law took a turn for the worse after she made her house unlivable for her and her parents

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    Image credits: Marcus Aurelius (not the actual photo) 

    Her mother-in-law barely got along with her mother but didn’t seem to have a problem with her father

    Upon confrontation, her mother-in-law called the police on her parents, claiming she felt threatened

    Image credits: Vlada Karpovich (not the actual photo) 

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    When the  OP returned, she gave her mother-in-law two weeks to move out

    The OP’s mother-in-law moved in after her father-in-law passed away. They had a difficult relationship initially, but eventually found a balance. Later, the OP’s parents moved in after their house burned down, needing time to sort things out with insurance. This change proved challenging for the mother-in-law who seemed to particularly dislike the OP’s mother, despite her harmless presence. Ironically, she enjoyed spending time with the OP’s father, often seeking his company.

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    Things took a dramatic turn when an argument erupted between the OP’s mother and mother-in-law. The OP’s mother accused the mother-in-law of inappropriately texting the OP’s father in an attempt to seduce him. Unbeknownst to the mother-in-law, she was actually communicating with the OP’s mother, who was testing her boundaries. The mother-in-law, believing the texts were genuine, sent explicit pictures and messages.

    The situation escalated with the mother-in-law calling the police on the OP’s parents forcing them to leave the house. This occurred while the entire family was out. While the OP initially gave her mother-in-law two weeks to move out, her husband felt she was overreacting and advocated for forgiveness.

    Image credits: Karolina Grabowska (not the actual photo) 

    OP provided an update to the story a month later and mentioned that her mother-in-law was temporarily residing in an Airbnb. Together with her husband, they decided to purchase a two or three-bedroom house, intending to rent out one room to a friend going through a divorce.

    Although they haven’t spoken in three weeks, the OP’s husband maintains occasional contact with his mother, who is reportedly experiencing severe depression. The OP’s decision to remove her mother-in-law from the house has caused tension, as she informed her husband’s entire family about the situation. Despite this, her husband fully supports her choice and has even confronted his mother on several occasions.

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    While aware of the conflict with their grandmother, the children understand they can maintain a separate relationship with her without upsetting the OP. They have visited her a few times with their father.

    The OP’s husband has not seen the explicit messages sent to his father-in-law, likely due to the discomfort of witnessing such content involving his mother. They are currently working on repairing their strained relationship, with the husband apologizing for not taking a stronger stance initially. He is actively making amends within the marriage.

    The situation has also impacted the relationship between the OP’s husband and her parents, though they are striving to rebuild it. Her parents’ house is undergoing reconstruction and will be ready for them to move back in within a month.

    Choosing Therapy highlights the potential strain a domineering mother-in-law can place on a couple’s relationship. This often arises from differing perspectives on the mother-in-law’s behavior, with the partner potentially defending or overlooking problematic actions. This dynamic can lead to resentment and a feeling of being unheard.

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    One approach to address this issue, as suggested by Focus on the Family, involves setting boundaries with your husband. Initiate a private conversation to express your concerns about the mother-in-law’s behavior and emphasize the need for establishing firm boundaries together. Communicate that you require his support and cannot navigate this situation alone.

    The article received 4.5k upvotes with the community overwhelmingly supporting the OP, condemning the mother-in-law’s actions, and expressing frustration with the husband’s initial response.

    Redditors backed her up with a general consensus that she was not the jerk

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    My name is Obinna often shortened to Obi (like Kenobi without the Ken) and I am a writer here at Bored Panda. As a kid, I always wanted to tell stories which led to my interest in writing and now I get to do it for a living. I have a background in advertising where I also get to tell brand stories. When I am not telling these stories, I am watching stories and probably ransacking my brain on how to write more stories or I am gisting with friends.

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    I am a visual editor here. In my free time I enjoy the vibrant worlds of art galleries, exhibitions, and soulful concerts. Yet, amidst life's hustle and bustle, I find solace in nature's embrace, cherishing tranquil moments with beloved friends. Deep within, I hold a dream close - to embark on a global journey in an RV, accompanied by my faithful canine companion. Together, we'll wander through diverse cultures, weaving precious memories under the starry night sky, fulfilling the wanderlust that stirs my soul.

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    greenideas
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    10 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There's an update. They bought MIL a house nearby and hubby still doesn't want to look at the messages.

    LakotaWolf (she/her)
    Community Member
    10 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How disgusting. MIL lived with OP for nearly TEN YEARS (starting at age 55) and couldn't get a job/work/make money in order to stand on her own two feet again and pay for an apartment/other rental? MIL got rewarded for her nasty, inappropriate behavior by getting her very own house, how nice. At least the update said the house is in OP's and her husband's names, so they will get it back after MIL dies or has to go into assisted living.

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    Chez2202
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    10 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    MIL was 57 in 2015 when she lost her husband. Yes, after selling their home to cover medical expenses she probably needed to stay with them for a while but 57 is not old. She has had 8 years to get back on her feet and to get out there and meet new people. Trying it on with her DIL’s father when he has his wife right there is bad enough but calling the police on them when she got caught out? This woman is toxic. I wouldn’t want to see the pictures and texts if I was the son / husband tbh but I don’t think he is going to accept what she did without the full info. I think this woman and her parents are saints for not showing him. I also think OP is a saint for buying her a house nearby. She clearly did it for her husband but she’s doing him no favours by protecting him from the full details.

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    greenideas
    Community Member
    10 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There's an update. They bought MIL a house nearby and hubby still doesn't want to look at the messages.

    LakotaWolf (she/her)
    Community Member
    10 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How disgusting. MIL lived with OP for nearly TEN YEARS (starting at age 55) and couldn't get a job/work/make money in order to stand on her own two feet again and pay for an apartment/other rental? MIL got rewarded for her nasty, inappropriate behavior by getting her very own house, how nice. At least the update said the house is in OP's and her husband's names, so they will get it back after MIL dies or has to go into assisted living.

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    Chez2202
    Community Member
    10 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    MIL was 57 in 2015 when she lost her husband. Yes, after selling their home to cover medical expenses she probably needed to stay with them for a while but 57 is not old. She has had 8 years to get back on her feet and to get out there and meet new people. Trying it on with her DIL’s father when he has his wife right there is bad enough but calling the police on them when she got caught out? This woman is toxic. I wouldn’t want to see the pictures and texts if I was the son / husband tbh but I don’t think he is going to accept what she did without the full info. I think this woman and her parents are saints for not showing him. I also think OP is a saint for buying her a house nearby. She clearly did it for her husband but she’s doing him no favours by protecting him from the full details.

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