I am lucky enough to have some of the warmest people for in-laws. They treat me like their own. They help out when asked. I don't have any of those nightmare stories some do of their in-laws. I'm thankful we can celebrate birthdays and holidays all together - both sides of the family without contempt or pettiness. Our families get along which is such a blessing for my kids. To be able to wake up on Christmas morning with all their grandparents under one roof is magical.