In some cultures it is quite common, in others, like here in the US, it is a rare situation that a family lives with their in-laws. Usually, it only happens when there is absolutely no other way to go, and it is viewed as a temporary solution. It has happened to us. It was a horrible experience, and I am happy that it is over.

Have you lived with your in-laws? What was it like?

I don't have in-laws, but I imagine that it would be something similar to living with your relatives. I don't think I could manage to live with either. I'm very glad to hear that you've gotten through it.

I have never lived with my in-laws and I don't ever plan to either. I don't think it would be something that I can live with, as I am very independent and I like to have the control of my own affairs. In-laws would create too much pressure around the house even though I like them very much. No matter where I look at it from, it just seems like a horrible idea to even consider.

From what I have observed, it is never a good idea. Even when the relationship in the family are good, there is some tension, unspoken resentment, etc. My cousin and his wife life with his parents, his mom is not the meddling kind, and she helps a lot with the grandkid, but they still have problems.

Well it is definitely not a good option. In-laws sometimes always look for something to say to their married kids at home which is not good. Especially MIL's, they always try to argue with her son/daughter. You don't know whether they really like you there or not. It's a mystery but I really don't want to stay with them.

Even the most well-meaning in-laws can do something on accident that could lead to creating some kind of disagreement or misunderstanding in the family. People are more independent now than they used to be, so the extended family living together under one house won't work as well.

Yes, this is what's happening in my cousin's family. His mom is not trying to cause any trouble, she is very tactful, and helpful, too, doing most of the cooking and laundry, yet there is always something his wife is upset about. It's just the way it goes, I suppose.

I now live with my in-laws, although my mother-in-law is working abroad at the moment. Yes, it's tough but we both lost our jobs so we have to live here for the meantime. I can't wait to have our own place though. I don't get along well with his sister, because she has such an attitude. Always unpleasant so I just try to avoid her as much as I can.

I feel for you sweetbaby, and I hope you will be able to get a place of your own soon. We were in a similar situation - we had lost our employment, and since we lived in a company-provided house, we had no place to live. We were forced to move in with my father-in-law. There was simply no other choice.

I am sorry for anyone who has lost their jobs or their homes. On the other hand, you are very fortunate to have relatives and loved ones who are able and willing to take you into their homes. I don't have any relatives who would do that for me. Just don't let them bully you because they helped you out.