Day 4 Chinese Year...

Celebrate the In-laws - did you do something for them yesterday?
to day is your second chance...
maybe paint the trim on the house for them - or shovel snow...
I am sure you can find something
- or just set up a small shrine for them
in your living room, or in your heart.

In the traditions of Bhakti yoga - doing worship of your chosen deity- by offering flowers, food, drink, dress, jewels, whatever your heat desires to offer is very powerful and it focuses the mind.

Doing this mentally as you advance is even more powerful, as it takes better focus.

I saw that Colin was meditating on his dog two days ago. These are powerful focus practices and honoring them in this way is wonderful - have the family join in - for the tangible alter. By 'alter' I mean a place to put honored pictures, decorations and more for any not present you wish to honor, and remember.

Maybe your way of showing respect to the in-law parents is to complete a task: furthering your education, donating in their name to certain organization.  There are many creative ways...

Cheers to you.
Celebrate in your special way...