MIL Kept Showing up with Her Whole Clan for Free BBQ at Our House — When They Came Empty-Handed Again on the 4th, I Served Them a Lesson Instead
He looked up from his laptop, already sensing trouble. “That’s… nice?”
“With everyone. The whole weekend.”
“Oh?!?” He set down his laptop. “Are you okay with that?”
Was I okay with spending another $300 on groceries while being criticized for my hosting skills? Was I okay with having my home turned upside down by people who treated it like a free vacation rental?
“I’m fine!” I said, my smile steady as a plan clicked into place. “Absolutely fine.”
Friday afternoon arrived with the subtlety of a marching band.
Three cars pulled into our driveway, disgorging the familiar cast of characters: Juliette in her oversized sun hat, Sarah and Kate with their arms full of nothing but designer purses, and six children who immediately began treating my lawn like their playground. Or rather, battleground!
“Annie!” Juliette swept me into a hug that smelled like expensive perfume and entitlement. “I hope you’ve got everything ready. We’re absolutely starving!”
“Almost ready,” I said, my smile so sweet it could have caused diabetes.
