My mother-in-law Evelyn hates me and has tried to ruin my marriage, even telling my husband to divorce me. On her birthday, I decided it was time for her to learn a lesson. What happened next left everyone, including Evelyn, speechless.
I have been married to Caleb for four years, and he’s my rock. However, his mother, Evelyn, has been a constant source of tension.
Disapproving of my career as an artist and my lifestyle, she frequently undermines me, suggesting Caleb deserves someone better and even introducing him to other potential partners. She even asked him to divorce me!
I vividly remember our first Christmas together. The living room was filled with the warmth of the fireplace and the twinkling lights of the Christmas tree.
And soon, the day of Evelyn’s extravagant birthday party arrived. The venue was stunning, with elegant decorations and a lively atmosphere. Guests mingled and chatted, unaware of the surprise that awaited them.
As the party progressed, I stood up to give a speech. The room quieted, and all eyes turned to me.
“Thank you all for coming to celebrate Evelyn’s special day,” I began, smiling warmly. “I have a special gift for Evelyn.”
Evelyn’s eyes sparkled with curiosity as I introduced the video. “This is a tribute from those who know and love you, Evelyn,” I said, pressing play.
The room darkened, and the screen lit up. One by one, people shared their stories. Mrs. Davenport talked about the rumors Evelyn spread. Mark spoke about the family tensions she caused.
Linda spoke in the end. “Evelyn, we’ve been friends since childhood. But there’s a story I’ve never told you.”
Linda’s eyes filled with emotion as she recalled a party from their teenage years. “You revealed an embarrassing secret about me to everyone. I lost many friends and endured years of bullying because of it.”
The room was silent, the guests’ faces were reflecting shock and disbelief. Linda continued, her voice breaking. “Evelyn, it’s never too late to change. The world could be a much brighter place if you spread kindness instead of bitterness.”
The video ended, and the room remained silent. Evelyn’s face was a mix of shock and reflection. She stood up, tears streaming down her cheeks. “I’m so sorry,” she whispered, looking directly at me.
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After the party, Evelyn approached me, her eyes red from crying.
“Cecelia, I owe you an apology,” she said, her voice trembling. “I’ve been jealous of the love and happiness you share with Caleb. I never felt that in my own marriage. I lashed out at you because of my envy.”
I took a deep breath, feeling a wave of relief. “Evelyn, it’s not too late to change. We can start fresh.”
She nodded, tears still falling. “I want to make things right, Cecelia. I’m truly sorry.”
Over time, Evelyn made a genuine effort to change. She apologized to those she had wronged and worked to improve her relationship with Caleb and me. Our lives became more peaceful, and Evelyn slowly became a kinder person.
And that is how I gave my MIL the ultimate lesson in karma on her birthday, right in front of all her guests
What would you have done?
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