Cross-Country Move Is Sure To Bring Changes
Dear Abby | December 30th, 2025 | Letter 2 of 2
DEAR ABBY: My daughter and son-in-law have decided to move his mom from California to our home state of Tennessee. The kids have a lovely home about an hour from my husband and me. Both are professionals. They have been married 10 years and have no children. The mom, Anita, has an unmarried daughter with two kids living with her now and using her money. Anita wants to escape and be left alone. I'm afraid this could spell disaster for my daughter's marriage. Their plan is to remodel their attic so they have the upstairs and Anita has the downstairs. Should I express my concerns to my daughter or both of them, or keep my mouth shut? We have a great relationship, and I never insert my opinion into their business. -- PROTECTOR IN THE SOUTH.
DEAR PROTECTOR: If this is still in the planning stage and the project has not yet begun, mention your concerns to your daughter and son-in-law together. One problem that occurs to me might be if your son-in-law's sister plans to bring the kids and live with her mother in the future. However, once you have brought this up, do not insert yourself any further.
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