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Family Issues
My parents are losing their house to the bank. I never thought it would happen to my parents. I mean they are parents and supposed to always be there for you. Stuff like this doesn't happen to them. Its disquieting for me. My DH is helping them with the moving process etc and I am praying.
My ILS are allowing BIL and his 3rd wife to live with them whilst they save for a down payment on a house. The only thing is, together they have 3 kids. So 7 people in one house is packed! Everyone gets on each other's nerves. I sympathize as much as I can when some of them come to me and vent but honestly I jsut want to say, ILS be tough and tell them they have to get out by a certain date, then enforce it. And BIL grow some! SIL cancel your credit cards and learn to compromise!
Anyone else discomposed by family issues? Its disheartening to wake up and realize that fmaily are people with issues too. But I guess if taken in the the right light it can be encouraging. We are all human.
Re: Family Issues
Blame the economy. Bad things are happening to good people.:(
I don't think they are in any financial position to let your ILs stay there. Maybe they thought it would be a good idea; everybody becomes roommates and thus, money is saved.
But this is to no avail if your ILs are as money-foolish as you say they are. And looks like your parents are in denial over this.
Sorry for your troubles.
It's also part of growing up and seeing the world with an adult perspective. (I say this with honesty, without any snark.)
Absolutely do not say anything to your ILs, it is not your business. When one of them vents to you, cut them off and say, "Shirley, I can't really help you with this, but I am sure you will figure out a solution."