Help! My Father-in-Law Moved In and It’s a Nightmare

Hey everyone,

I really need some advice. My father-in-law, Nathan, decided to move into our three-bedroom apartment for five months. From day one, we haven’t been able to find any common ground, and it’s been super stressful.

Nathan is a nice guy, but we just don’t click. He has his own way of doing things, and it clashes with how my partner, Andrew, and I run our household. For example, he insists on cooking every meal, but his cooking style is completely different from ours. Plus, he has a habit of rearranging our stuff without asking, which drives me nuts.

Andrew is caught in the middle and doesn’t know how to handle it either. He loves his dad but also understands my frustration. We’ve tried talking to Nathan about setting some boundaries, but he doesn’t seem to get it. He thinks we’re being ungrateful or overly sensitive.

To make matters worse, we have two young kids, Gianna and Aaron, who are also feeling the tension. They love their grandpa but are confused by the sudden changes in our home dynamics.

I’m at my wit’s end. How do I make this situation more bearable for everyone involved? Should we have another talk with Nathan? How can we set boundaries without causing more friction? Any tips on how to coexist peacefully would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks in advance for your help!

Nora