Porch Swing Dilemma

[Scrumtrilescent]

So, no porch monkey?

[Panthers_Lover]

You seem like a pragmatic, rational person from your million posts on this board. I would imagine your parents would have to be somewhat similar to have raised you that way. Your parents are going to love you no matter what.

Just tell them that you and your fiance have really been looking forward to decorating the house together and that you appreciate their generosity, and welcome the small decorative touches like the plaques, etc.(a concession), but to please check with you first on any larger furniture purchases. It'll set a positive tone for the relationship between your two families. I am 99% sure your Mom can probably remember the frustration she felt when your Dad's mother gave them a gift for their house that was totally not her style, so find a way to appeal to that. Almost all mothers try to insinuate their sense of style into their children's homes...it's a sickness, and honesty is the cure. Your fiance's idea of using this as a way to discuss buying things together is a good starting point. You can be honest, but still appreciative and kind about it.

Great answer.

[bleys]

I think you breaking in 3 months was a solid choice..

[Panthro]

There will be no conversation. :)

Situation averted...painting it black

[bleys]

glad you followed my advice............

[Hawk]

Panthro has a porch swing to support his fat ass?

please send me link

[Panthro]

My sausage is your link

[Hawk]

not just for breakfast anymore