Originally Posted by Julianna

My Mother-in-Law was extremely critical of any gift. She would open it, say "No" and hand it back. She gave specific instructions on exactly what she wanted and still was not satisfied. At first I thought it was me, but she was like that with everyone. So don't take the pain. It is not you. You are a loving, caring, talented daughter. Your father, unfortunately is not appreciative. It took me a long time to not accept the pain, hope you don't get any more.