It is interesting how difficult it can be to discuss calmly things that bother us, especially when it comes to family and family-in-law. Even if we agree on something, it can be hard to hear when it comes from another. And it can be painful to speak up or to speak honestly when we know it will land with difficulty. Even if we agree on the whole.
And having stress in place and a lack of sleep before we even get started with these conversations makes for even harder conversations.
God, guide us gently, please. Help us to be the people you made us to be. Keep us safe and whole and well. In your name, I pray. Amen.
Post-a-day 2026
hannah ananas 