Set and broken rules? Hmmm... saw this in a forum the other day, pretty much describes my situation at home:
Rules for the Dog 
1. The dog is not allowed in the house.
2. OK - the dog is allowed in the house, but only in certain rooms, sometimes.
3. The dog is allowed in all the rooms, but must stay off the furniture.
4. The dog can get on the old furniture only.
5. Sometimes the dog is allowed on all the furniture.
6. OK - the dog is allowed on the bed, but only by invitation and must not sleep there.
7. The dog can sleep at the bottom of the bed, but must not disturb the occupants.
8. The dog can sleep on the bed, but not under the blankets.
9. On a cold night, the dog can sleep under the blankets.
10. Humans may sleep in the bed, provided they do not disturb the dog.