Family Laughs at In-Law's Hardship
Dear Abby | February 21st, 2025 | Letter 2 of 3
DEAR ABBY: I've been married a long time. My in-laws have been a problem during my entire marriage. I've had serious health issues and a lot of surgeries over the past 10 years. My cancer came back, and I had to have colon surgery just to name one. Most recently, I had hand surgery. When my in-laws found out, they couldn't stop laughing at me. When one of them saw me again, she laughed and asked, Any more planned? I didn't answer; I just walked away. I want to cut them out of my life. My husband is not supportive. Am I wrong? -- RECOVERING IN INDIANA.
DEAR RECOVERING: Your in-laws have a sarcastic sense of humor and no empathy. I can't blame you for wanting to protect yourself, especially since your husband is unwilling to protect you from his family's hurtful reaction. Avoiding people who hurt you is healthy, and you would not be wrong to do it. If you want to take a step back, do so.
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