Am I the only one who dreads their in-laws? I mean, Ann and Gordon Sr are great people and all - really nice, volunteer at their church, help with the local Boy Scout troop, real upstanding people who would give you the shirt off their back, the food from their mouths, and the roof over their head if you needed them. But... I can't stand their enthusiasm and fanaticism over finally having grandkids and I hate answering (or not answering) all their nosy questions!

My parents have put their house up on the market. Which is great, they already have a new place (more like half a county, they bought a lot of farm land), they've got their plans for retirement on track, etc. But their house being on the market puts a few things in the wishy-washy area. Like Henry's upcoming 1st birthday part (a small family affair), scheduled for the first weekend in February. And that's where he's supposed to stay when this new baby (due early March) is born.

Why their house? One, more room than my in-laws. Two, no cats - my father's allergic to cats, my in-laws have one, wouldn't be able to visit Henry or the baby because of the cat. Three, I just feel happier about having my parents watch Henry and helping me recooperate after this next LO's born than if I had to have my MIL breathing down my neck in the most helpful way possible!

It wasn't something I was really worried about until my DH mentioned it last night. He asked me what would happen if my parents sold their house. They have it in the contract that they get 30 days to get completely moved out - the length of time it'll take for them to order and have their barn built (don't ask, long story). 'What if the buyer pays the fee?' Fee, I hear you ask? Yes, they have stipulated if the buyer wants them out sooner that they have to pay a fee.

My response? I'd take both Henry (nearly one) and the newborn babe to California to my sister's place. I just cannot stand the thought of my ILs in charge of Henry or helping me after this baby's born. My mom says I'm overreacting (and I probably am), but am I the only one who would dread this situation?

Edit: Changed the word 'joy' to the more accurate word 'fanaticism' when describing my ILs. Read below for explanation why this is more appropriate.