Mother-in-Law
Dearest Sarah,
May this epistle find thee in good health, although I must admit, such is not my present state.
My spirits are vexed and perturbed, for I find myself sorely aggrieved by the relentless machinations and manipulations of our esteemed mother-in-law. Verily, it appears she is determined to drive a wedge betwixt our union, and I am at my wit's end.
Thou art well aware of her cunning proclivities, ever twisting each circumstance to her advantage. She seeks to undermine my authority in matters of child-rearing and endeavors to implant seeds of doubt within my husband's mind concerning our decisions. Her ceaseless efforts to foment discord in our matrimonial bonds doth wound me deeply.
In my musings, I am tempted to devise an elaborate scheme, an exposé of sorts, to unveil her deceptive stratagems before my husband's eyes. I long for him to perceive her true nature, to discern her as the artful plotter she art. Yet, I must confess, the notion of such a confrontation doth send shivers down my spine, fearing the consequences it may bring upon our familial relations.
What I truly desire is for my husband to pierce through her veneer, to discern her for the scheming woman she art.
I yearn for him to acknowledge the toll her actions taketh upon our marriage and the emotional turbulence they inflict upon me. Would that he could perceive the emotional turmoil I endure whenever she plants seeds of doubt in his breast.
I confide in thee, my dearest sister, for thou knowest me better than any other. Thou hast witnessed firsthand the subtle machinations and sly insinuations she doth cast upon me. I implore thy counsel, thy support, and thy understanding.
Mayhaps thou couldst assist me in devising a discreet stratagem to subtly expose her true nature, without precipitating an overt confrontation. Together, we might gently unveil the verity of her actions to my husband, that he may behold her in her true light. Yet, I beseech thee, let us proceed cautiously and judiciously, lest we exacerbate the existing tensions.
Prithee, forgive me for burdening thee with my vexations, but thy counsel is the sole source of solace in these troubled times. Pray, let me know if thou hast any notions or suggestions on how to navigate this delicate situation.
With affection and gratitude,
Emma
A letter is such a good way to view a character from someone else's perspective. And on a topic most people can at least somewhat relate to. As always an entertaining read from a pillar in the WA community.
You're too kind. =)
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