Anyway, I went to see my nephew's hockey game, which was fun. My sibling was talking about how they went shopping for their spouse with the kids. And bought a lot of stuff. My in-law said they didn't ask for a lot of stuff. And my sibling continued, saying, "Well...we bought a lot of stuff."
At this point, I chimed in, completely joking, saying to my in-law, "Take the gifts! I don't get any presents, ENJOY!" And was laughing as I said it. My in-law was fine with that...but my sibling cut in while I was talking, saying, "Wah, wah, wah...I don't get any presents. Cry me a river." And then, under their breath, I heard, "Christmas isn't about getting, it's about giving."
OK, let's break this down, shall we?
- I was joking and it was very obvious I was joking.
- I absolutely NEVER complain to my sibling about my single status/not getting gifts/feeling crappy about single life. EVER. So, I'm not sure why they felt the need to act like I just won't shut up about it. Like, they're just so annoyed and sick of it.
- My in-law asked for gifts that could be used in the house...by the family. My sibling? They asked for gifts specifically for them...new shirts, shorts, etc. Now, that's fine. But, I find it interesting that they said, "Christmas isn't about getting, it's about giving," when they asked for plenty of things for themselves.
- And again, I spend pleny of $$$ on their kids, so it takes some nerve to belittle me and the fact that I don't get presents.
To sum it up, they're a jerk. I seriously think that I'll barely survive our family Christmas (which takes place after Christmas). I'll have to focus all of my attention on the kids. And I'm not a huge drinker, but I have a feeling I'll be drinking a lot during those few days.
I guess I better be GRATEFUL to them if I get a gift from them this year. I better show my unending gratitude.
Bah humbug.
My sister in law does the same thing. She always takes what you say and twist it into something worse. I feel your pain.
ReplyDeleteUgh, that sucks! Thanks for the support!
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