My dBPDw is visiting with her family without me. They don't know her diagnosis, but have experienced her behavior. They live out of town, and the last couple of visits haven't gone well. She has really struggled over the last couple of years, and seems more calm since she left her job several weeks ago. I have hopes this visit will go better.
One barrier is that she feels unloved by her sister and sister's family. The sister is frustrated with my wife. And I think that combo could start them off on the wrong foot.
I'm tempted to call my brother-in-law and tell him that she's in a better place than she has been, but she's sensitive and if they could show her a little love that'd help their visit.
Or, should I just shut up more.
There have been several postings about dealing with inlaws lately.
Have you read those?
What is the potential downside of calling?