Could I just say that if anyone has been upset by the posts on this thread or mother-in-law references, there are various people you can confide in or talk to confidentially both online and through telephone helplines.
Stick to the subject matter Chazz. Random generalisations to self inflate one's own persona is a little needy and not flattering.
Not so sure. There is an implied use of 'The pathetic use of', as in:- "(The pathetic use of) Random generalisations to self inflate one's own persona is a little needy and not flattering." It's a moot point.