Is it normal to be jealous of your sister in law?

Competition between sister in laws can be common in some families, which can drive a wedge between not only the women, but the entire family. Whether its your husband’s sister or your brother’s wife, nipping this competitive behavior in the bud will helpful if you want to have a better time at family gatherings.

Is my husband happy with the situation with my sister-in-law?

Your husband may be perfectly happy with the situation. But he needs to admit that, so both your needs are met. Or, he may not be happy with the situation either, in which case you can work together to buffer your family from the more negative aspects of your sister-in-law’s behaviour.

Should you send holiday cards when someone dies?

If you decide to send cards the next question is whether you want to acknowledge the loss that occurred during the year. Again, there is no right or wrong answer, but here are some things to keep in mind. Most people receiving a holiday card probably already know about the loss, so this information probably won’t be surprising to many.

How do I deal with a difficult sister-in-law?

Or, he may not be happy with the situation either, in which case you can work together to buffer your family from the more negative aspects of your sister-in-law’s behaviour. Either way, he does need to get involved. So a calm, clear conversation with your husband is needed, and you may have to listen as well as talk.

Is it customary not to send cards the first year after death?

Not only is it customary not to send cards the first year after a death, but also not to receive them. If anyone knows more about this tradition, please leave a comment. But in general it doesn’t seem to be well-known (at least not here on the interwebs) so I wouldn’t let it stop you! Sending a card doesn’t mean faking a happy holiday season.