My dear friend, I send you a warm and empathetic hug because, from what you describe in your post, I know you need to feel that you're not alone, and you are. God is with you at all times, even if it doesn't seem tangible. And just as you say, He is working through the physical distance from your husband and the less-than-assertive attitude of your mother-in-law and sister-in-law to make you a much stronger, more mature, resilient woman, capable of overcoming all obstacles in your life.

Indeed, sadness is as bland as joy is sweet; anger burns and is sharp, but it is also usually fleeting, thank God; it doesn't last long. I want to give you some advice with all my heart: don't let the bitterness of sadness, and especially the burning anger, overwhelm you. Surrender your family problems to God and ask Him for guidance, patience, and empathy with your mother-in-law. Perhaps she's also suffering from her son's absence, and the best thing you can do is pray to God that your interpersonal relationships improve. Forgive her with love and let go of everything that oppresses you. You'll see that sooner rather than later, your husband will be by your side, and you'll be as happy as you deserve, this time with your love for each other even stronger.

Cheer up, cheer up, God doesn't change, and when He allows things,
even if we don't understand it at the moment, it's because of the great purpose it has for us.

I hope your palate will soon frequently taste the sweet flavor of joy that springs from your loving heart and your cheerful, patient, and resilient personality that overcame divine trials in order to be better every day.

Thank you for sharing your post full of authentic emotional flavor.

Participant #7