EMIL strikes again
Mollie sent the Evil Mother In Law (EMIL) a text just now, asking what was happening on Saturday. Mollie was fully aware of all the emails that were flying around.
EMIL texted her and said she was really sorry, but she wasn’t feeling well and wouldn’t be able to make it. Hello? Today is Wednesday. The birthday celebrations are on Saturday. Must be something badly wrong! So Mollie texted back along the lines of oh, that’s a shame, hope you feel better, what a coincidence! And got no reply.
I rang EMIL, who told me she was feeling very upset and quite unable to drive. I asked what the problem was, and she began to tell me that she doesn’t like the way I speak to her and was ’sick to death’ of all the driving she’s had to do lately. I pointed out that the only times she’s been to Cessnock recently have been for funerals (there have been two since last October), and she made some sarcastic remark. Then, she hung up on me! I phoned her back, and she hung up on me again! The great balls-less FIL wouldn’t answer the text I sent him either!
So, I went to Mollie, who is in bed, trying to get to sleep, anticipating the big 11, which occurs tomorrow, with all this shit going on. I hugged her and apologised. I explained to her that I didn’t mean for her to be more hurt by my actions. I thought carefully before I confronted the old cow in the first place. I was angry, but I didn’t say anything uncontrolled. I guess it’s all just blown up in my face.
The precious child, old and wise beyond her years, told me that it was ok. It wasn’t my fault, it was EMIL’s. She said ‘I understand what you were trying to do and this is not your fault’. Somehow that doesn’t make me feel better.
Darling girl, mummy should have kept her big old pie hole shut. I’m so sorry that this has happened. I hope with all my heart that this doesn’t ruin your very special day. I honestly believed I was doing the right thing, but I should have bitten my tongue. All I’ve done has been to make things worse.
Note to self: Next time, SHUT THE FUCK UP!
you did what you thought was right and tried to include the EMIL for Mollie’s sake even though she is ‘evil’.
What a biatch to take it out on Mollie … she should have considered a precious little girl’s feelings not her own ‘mock ‘offended ones.
Her loss really.
Comment by Babyamore (Trish) — March 26, 2008 @ 11:02 pm
never mind the ol’ hag
Comment by Xbox4NappyRash — March 27, 2008 @ 4:44 am
Mum you did the right thing. Think o it this way: You won’t have to see bitch face on sat!!!!!
Comment by Administrator — March 27, 2008 @ 6:41 am
I don’t think when you are honest and stand up for yourself, kids, or just the simple truth, that you do make things worse. I think it is a good example to set for your daughter. I think it only hurts when you pretend and play the game and become bitter (as EMIL has obviously). Don’t blame yourself - that belongs elsewhere. Just have a brilliant day with your gorgeous daughter knowing you’ve done your best to meet her wishes.
Comment by Joh — March 27, 2008 @ 7:49 pm
My MIL is in south aus.. Woo farking Hoo!!!!
You did the right thing.. I did the same thing years ago.. except with snail-mail..
(((hugs))) kim
Comment by frogpondsrock — March 27, 2008 @ 8:03 pm
You went to Mollie and took full responsibility and Mollie appreciated your honesty. But you did NOTHING wrong. Unlike EMIL you don’t hide behind excuses or try to shift the blame. No wonder Mollie is wise beyond her years… she gets it from her mum. Hugs to both of you.
Comment by Anja — March 28, 2008 @ 7:19 am
Hugs, I don’t see what you have done wrong.
Still, the situation sucks huh??
Mollie is lucky to have a Mummy like you.
Comment by Widdle Shamrock — March 29, 2008 @ 11:11 am
You are an awesome mother and wife. She just sucks bananas.
Comment by Tiffany — March 29, 2008 @ 4:45 pm
You know she would have ruined the day anyway with all of her whining anyway.
The only way for her to have a relationship with Mollie is for her to earn it.
Stupid old cow…
Comment by Kelley — April 2, 2008 @ 8:02 pm