I guess, when it happened here, my MIL didn't need us to be strong, because she really is a strong lady. But, in your situation, I'd say be strong when you are around her, and DH, and then when your either on your own or with DH, just let it out. You can't keep it bottled up. If my experience is anything to go by (I bottled everything up until I went into a massive rage at work ) don't keep it bottled up!

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