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BIL from hell... a vent

Discussion in 'Married Life' started by confusedwoman, Feb 7, 2015.

  1. confusedwoman

    confusedwoman Silver IL'ite

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    Dear IL's,

    I have written in length about my husband's brother in earlier posts and have stopped all communication with him from my side. Please note that I have not objected and in fact encouraged my husband to maintain contact with him and continue his relationship with his brother as is. I just do not want to take his calls or visit him. Now BIL does not want to attend my son's birthday, this evokes no emotion in me, neither good nor bad. I just am so detached. Maybe a little easing of stress as it would caused some uneasiness.( it is difficult to maintain stoic face when faced with your ill wisher).

    My in laws have tried to force my dad to stay in BIL's place(another state 6 hrs away by flight) until my son's actual birthday date, almost two weeks after he came to usa, saying he is needed to cheer my BIL up. I wanted none of this and booked my dad's flight to my place one day after he arrived. My dad is very happy as he is with me, but my FIL is upset as the initial plan was for all of them to arrive at one time to our place. of course it was my BIL's plan. Now BIL is stating this is the reason why he doesn't want to attend my son's birthday. My husband is putting a long face and sulking. Not taking part in son's birthday preparations.


    Also BIL requested my dad on three separate occasions ( in 2 days span) to make me speak with him, saying he does not want relatives to know that the two brothers are fighting!, which is not true as both brothers and FIL speak for an hour everyday. Also that he sincerely apologizes for whatever. Now i don't trust him, its just a ploy to get the foot in the door. So he can pounce when my relationship with DH is vulnerable. All this nonsense is giving me headaches.

    Now for sure my FIL( who is a good man blessed with an evil first son unfortunately) will corner me when he comes to our place saying why am I hurting his first son so bad?!. I just am not talking to the person, otherwise i haven't even so much as raised an eyebrow!

    Please give me suggestions as to what I can reply to my FIL diplomatically about why I am not talking with his first son?, the truth won't work as it will hurt him which I don't want to do, and which will also make my husband super mad

    Am I right in thinking so? Please let me know what your perspective is here, thanks.
     
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  2. abla

    abla Gold IL'ite

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    Isn't this the guy who called your son "Autistic " ? Isn't it already pretty evident to your husband and FIL why you have nothing to do with that dude anymore ? I feel you owe no explanation to anyone .
     
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  3. yellowmango

    yellowmango IL Hall of Fame

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    Seriously ....What kind of stupid excuse is that.Your father should cheer your PIS bil????
    Your in laws take the cake when it comes to ridiculousness .

    You can tell fil that you will talk to him separately.
    Then calmly tell him all that his nasty elder son has been up to.Tell him he is harming your marriage and if fil has goodwill for your married life,then he will not interfere in your attempts to keep piece in your marriage.

    Tell him you are not against the brothers having a relationship,but you won't be a part of it because you are sure that your bil wants to hurt you,your marriage and now your child.If required...remind him of what happened to your husband's first marriage.

    Don't worry about your fil's feelings....if you want this unfair pressure to end.As for your husband....is there a guarantee that if you spare your words now....he will stand by you against the evil bil?

    And tell your father everything in private.Tell him you don't want him to interfere.He should just tell fil to not involve him in matters that he cannot control .He can say he has talked to you but your behavior is a reaction to abuse and since he has no control over that....there is not much he can do.

    As for Bil....no matter what....never ever let your guard down.That creature is pure evil.
     
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    Dear op,

    When you go against the tide expect to have a tough time.The only way to win the situation is to be frank about your reservation and refuse to back off.You cant expect your DH to cheerfully support you against his families opposition( how much we long for it doesnt count).Ignore his gloomy face to do the necessary arrangements.Dont make the mistake of opening yourself for negotiation to lose the hard won protection ring.Its natural for your BIL to try everything in his power to smash your protection ring.

    Be frank with your FIL ,tell him unless they arrange the BILs marriage you are not ready to back off from your resolution(give them the tough task).Explain to him and put in record how BIL is after to destroy your marriage and tell him how he names your son(this will make your BIL back off from doing something to your marriage). Be frank in telling that you are not ready to deal with his frustrated tandrum of unmarried status.Telling truth is better than trying to find a way out.

    You cant make your Dh happy while you go against his dear bro.Just be careful not to get yourself in a negotiating position.Declare yourself and move on.Like YM suggested ask your F to not interfere and find a reason to get himself out of such a situation.
     
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    abla Gold IL'ite

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    Yes !!! I thought I have seen it all when it comes to ridiculous ideas from many in laws regarding how DIL and her family should be ...But this is just :wowSUPER RIDICULOUS !!!
     
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    indoc Gold IL'ite

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    Ignore that jerk..
    he calls your son names and now he is dying to attend your DS's birthday party.. yeh baat kuch hajam nahi hui...
    and tell your father to stay out of this...
     
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    Tell what you feel about Bil to your fil if he asks. You have valid reasons to be vary of him . If everything is open it is better for everyone.IF you BIL apologises , accept it with grace but do mention if he is back to his antiques , you are free to ignore him and any amount of apologising then will not work.
     
  8. confusedwoman

    confusedwoman Silver IL'ite

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    I am thinking I will deny everything and say no such thing to FIL, or any family meeting. Just because its not up for negotiation. Then continue not talking. If someone puts a phone in my hand....I will say I need to use restroom urgently and go away, after that my son has dirty diaper and have to change it...etc etc. Don't think anyone can stop me from using restroom. If questioned about number of time using restroom, will say food poisoning and diarrhea.
     
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    If anyone knew what your bil has done in reality to hurt you, no one in their right mind will ask you to speak to that sad sack of bones! Please dont get sucked into it. If your fil asks, tell him that you dont want to speak to a man who does not understand your son's situation and makes fun of it. As a grandfather how can you expect me to forgive this ??!!
     
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    HasteRaho Platinum IL'ite

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    Why is your father being dragged into your ILs' issues? whaatsmiley Why are there any expectations placed upon him at all? and who are your PILs to expect your father to stay away from coming to your home when he or you wishes?

    Is your FIL aware of everything your BIL has done? If not, it's high time to list it all point by point and tell him you've exhausted your efforts to no avail and you are not obligated to owe anything else to anyone. This is not an explanation but rather, let him be aware.
     
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