It was a great bonding with my parents in law. The parents to my husband who I adore a lot. I feel so lucky to have them as my in laws. In fact, I feel as though I have 2 sets of parents!
I can’t imagine how my life will be without them. They really take care of my kids and giving all the attention to them. They are so patient and actually listen to my requests on how to handle the kids. They are understanding when I lay the dos and don’ts even though it may be tough for them. But of course I always explain to them on the reason and my thoughts. I really took my hat off my small size mother in law to handle the 4 kids on her own, especially with 3 active boys in hand. I deeply appreciate their dedication and no amount of wealth can replace that. The other thing that I feel so blessed is the relationship between my parents and parents in law. Their teamwork is remarkable, making our parenthood more breather. They actually teased one another that they are like passing baton when one taking over the other 'duty'! Whenever they met, they could nonstop talking about the kids antics and sharing their experiences with them!
My parents in law never bothered us whenever if we are at work. Even if the kids were unwell, they use the initiative to send them to clinic themselves and observe the whole situation. Should an emergency or mishaps happen, only then they would give us a ring. I’m so touched by their sacrifices and never a day they complaint about tiredness. My father in law never failed to bring them out for morning and evening walks and my mother in law will diligently teaches them ngaji every night. We are at ease leaving the kids under the good and safe hands of them. They even pampered us and encouraged us to go on dates! They are being accommodating to agree on looking after the kids at our house instead of us sending them over as per our previous practice. It wasn’t that simple to get them to compromise since they own a house and more comfortable at their own place. But when we expressed on the kids’ education and siblings bonding, they agreed wholehearted as they truly understand our plight as they themselves are parents too. I highlighted to them to just concentrate on the welfare of the kids but they went extra miles with the cooking, cleaning and laundry. I’m speechless when they skipped their class on Wednesday night if both of us not back from work and changing their Friday afternoon class to weekends, all for the sake of the kids.
My parents in law deserve a treat from us. But this dinner treat is nothing compared to the amount of time, sacrifices, love and care that they had to devote to my kids. Dinner reservation was made at Sedap Corner. Fusion was the menu. I’m glad to witness that my parents in law were pleased with their food and cherished this quality moment. Behind the smiley faces, is the happiness surrounded by their grandchildren and favourite son.
lucky u!!
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