My husband wants me to call his mom just to talk to her but I don't think she likes me. So when we talk it is very brief and there is always a reason to talk. I want her to like me for my husband but I don't know what to talk about. How do I get the conversation going?
2006-12-30 13:21:57 · 15 answers · asked by Moni0718 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Marriage & Divorce
Make up a stupid question about one of her favorite recipe's to ask her about. Get all the nicety's out of the way first. Hello, how are you? Are you well? I wanted to ask you a question about that great tasting*********you make, I was considering making one of my own.
2006-12-30 13:26:29 · answer #1 · answered by Special K 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You say you think your mother in law may not like you , but you didn't say how you know this. . Why not give her a try. yes good your going to call her you can start by asking her what she did that day, and maybe something she did you also enjoy and you can mention that next time she does this you would like to go with her. .
You could also try and find out what kinds of things she enjoys doing and maybe you can offer to take her and do them together. you can also ask her about your husband favorite dish that she makes and you would like her to show you how to make this receipe.
Just be yourself and see how she responds. I'm sure she would enjoy being included in the family more often why not have her over on sundays for dinner with her son and you. make her part of the family not forgotten. who knows she could be a really nice woman and you could end up having good times together.
good luck.
2006-12-30 22:06:48 · answer #2 · answered by For ever in my Heart 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Start by saying hello and then talk about something that you have been wanting to know about your husband because he's so wonderful and caring and maybe she'll open up to you when she See's how wonderful he is to you that makes a good reflection on her and maybe the conversation will get a jump start. Good Luck!
2006-12-30 21:28:08 · answer #3 · answered by 2sweet4u 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell your husband this is a 2 way street of calling and she can call you and start the conversation. It's her turn now.
2006-12-30 21:50:52 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well defiently good luck with that because I know it can be very tense when you are talking to someone you don't like our someone you don't have much in common with. First off just be yourself I am sure you are yourself around your husband so there is know need to change they way you are around someone else. I would just brake the ice by first asking the simple stuff like how is everthing going, what have you been up to our if you know of certain hobbies she likes to do then you can talk about that with her because who dosen't like to talk about things they enjoy doing. Well I guess it kind of depends on what they enjoy but hopefully you know where I am coming from. But like I said just keep it simple and just be yourself. Good luck
2006-12-30 21:33:43 · answer #5 · answered by matthew 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You shouldn't be forced to talk to her if you don't feel like it! The longer you are married to your husband, the closer you will feel to your MIL. You will eventually have more to talk about and have more in common! Don't expect too much from yourself!!! I would have a hard time forcing a conversation as well! Good luck! :)
2006-12-30 21:25:30 · answer #6 · answered by ilovechocolate75 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Just call to say hello and ask how she's doing after the Holiday rush. See if she found some great after Christmas Sales. If you have kids, talk about them.
Hope this helps :)
2006-12-30 21:26:19 · answer #7 · answered by Khandi 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell your husband if he wants his mom to have a conversation, he can provide it.
2006-12-30 21:24:18 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
hi _____, I have been having this bad ear ache and my mom has the remedy but it is not working do you have any suggestions?
morning mom, i just read this great book i think you should read.
I was talking to______(your hubby) and he was telling me you and your hubby met at___ wow thats great.(ask to hear the story)
the baby is getting big how do i get her/him to potty train? what did you do?
ask for advice on what she did with your hubby, ask about her, she will think you are actually interested in her and the family. ask to see old photos, ask for advice on anything you might ask your mom.
good luck.
2006-12-30 21:29:33 · answer #9 · answered by Christina 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ask her if she is well, that should start the conversation then drop the ball into her court.
2006-12-30 21:27:32 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋