Husband does not take his wife to visit rich relatives

What if the negative opinion of your husband’s relatives about you prevents you from living calmly and attending family meetings? This question was addressed to us by Valeria from Mogilev.

To find the best solution, we decided to involve our dear readers in the discussion, because we know how wise and responsive you are! We hope that this time you will help us solve the difficult situation with your advice. We'd really appreciate it! Before that, we share all the details and nuances.

Last weekend, her husband’s sister celebrated her anniversary. The father-in-law made a fuss and arranged a real banquet for his beloved daughter. All close friends were invited to the holiday, there were even several people from other regions. The only person who didn’t have a place at this celebration of life was me.



After receiving the invitation, my husband subtly hinted that I should not go with him. He, of course, knew perfectly well that his relatives did not like me and wanted to avoid conflicts at the holiday.



I'm not saying I'm against it. Of course, it was much wiser to stay home. But, on the other hand, I was still offended that my husband took a neutral position in this situation and did not defend me in front of his relatives. I'm his wife after all, not just a girlfriend.



They disliked me when they met me. I did not have time to say the crooked word, as I immediately got into the list of unwanted guests in their house. The first thing to show negativity in my direction was the mother of my spouse. Then came the sister-in-law...



Both are sure that I am not a couple for their Taras. He's constantly being persuaded to leave me and find someone better. Like, I dress like a simpleton, and behave like a hillbilly.



I tried to talk to my mother-in-law several times. She explained that her anger at me was groundless, and it was stupid to feud. But it's useless... I don't know what I have to do to get this family to accept me. Is that how I get through to them?



What can you advise our heroine? Have you ever put up with hostile relatives?