Yup, i love my MIL too.  there was some tension at first, as we're pretty much opposites...but after finally 'airing concerns' after my first kid was born (ie. i went on a crazy hormonal rampage that i'm embarrassed about to this day), we've gotten much closer.  I just misunderstood her.  and being a mom now, i "get it"...and am SOOO grateful for all she does for us &amp; how much she loves her grandkids.