Thank you for all your wonderful replies. Arriving in a different country away from the comforts of our own family, it would be very difficult NOT getting along well with the in-laws. I particularly noticed the mother-in-law's fondness to their new addition to the family. David once complained when I arrived from Lytham full of shopping stuff (and nothing for him!) It is very nice to hear that everyone is getting along well...

For the gents, I am glad you all enjoy being in a very big family circle! David was first shocked why I bought loads of Christmas presents if I only have one sister and the parents of course. I said, the aunts uncles and the whole neighbourhood as well - they are my relatives!