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writes:My partner has divulged that his mother sat topless at the dinner table once in front of him and his brothers (he was about 12 or 13 and is the eldest). Apparently she said she had wanted to see their reaction but her husband told her not to be so stupid and to cover up. I feel quite disturbed by this information and have noticed a couple of strange or inappropriate behaviours from her despite her sons being grown up adults now - sitting on her sons lap for a photo for example - but am not sure as I guess each family has their own way. I am feeling so odd about this I am wondering whether this is a family I should get involved with? Why would she do this kind of thing? Any help appreciated. Reply to this Question
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reader, Fiona xxx +, writes (17 April 2009):
 Ohh God only knows!
What always baffles me is how your and your partners parents can be so differerent and yet you like your partner, but have nothing in common with his parents, and your parents wouldn't have anything in common with his parents either. I notice this time and time again with myself and a couple of my friends. I just keep my distance and remember it's my husband not his parents whom I live with.
Ever see the film Meet The Fockers? Perhaps you would identify with that.
I can't comment individually about your examples, but I guess it depends on how often these things happen, how often you are there etc. Perhaps have a serious chat about these things and see what he makes of it all.
As for is it normal or are they a family to keep away from, I really don't know and am probably not being too helpful.
OR is it you suspect something more sinister?
Fiona.
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