Haha! This was a fun read. I am married and here is my advice.
If you notice the family likes to do big family oriented things, when the timing is right, impress them by starting a tradition. My first year of marriage, I came up with the idea that we should all tailgate at our alma mater. I am surprised they hadn’t thought of it before. A lot of people liked that idea. I think it impressed them that I was comfortable enough to do so.
But I would advise people that are dating to really consider not using this idea. You don’t want to come on too strong.
And if you are one of those people that tends to be a nervous talker, here is how you can avoid making the WRONG impression.
1. Let the family dictate the conversation.
2. PLEASE for the love of all, DO NOT overshare. I hate when people do this especially upon first meeting someone. Do these near strangers really need to know that certain dresses mean you have to constantly pull up your bra, blah blah blah? Just say you don’t shop at xyz store either and keep it moving. Lol.
3. The first time you meet the family is usually not the time to prove how much you know about your beau. If they ask, ok, answer to the best of your ability. But be your own individual, you don’t always have to bring the convo back around to your mate.
I had one particular experience in which I met the mother. She was unhappy…..about EVERYTHING. And then I quickly understood, that’s why he was always unhappy and unsatisfied. I will never forget when I met his aunts and they asked me what was the last book I read and what was it about…..??????? Five minutes into meeting them? Hilarious family. We split during the holidays….lol
Haha! This was a fun read. I am married and here is my advice.
If you notice the family likes to do big family oriented things, when the timing is right, impress them by starting a tradition. My first year of marriage, I came up with the idea that we should all tailgate at our alma mater. I am surprised they hadn’t thought of it before. A lot of people liked that idea. I think it impressed them that I was comfortable enough to do so.
But I would advise people that are dating to really consider not using this idea. You don’t want to come on too strong.
And if you are one of those people that tends to be a nervous talker, here is how you can avoid making the WRONG impression.
1. Let the family dictate the conversation.
2. PLEASE for the love of all, DO NOT overshare. I hate when people do this especially upon first meeting someone. Do these near strangers really need to know that certain dresses mean you have to constantly pull up your bra, blah blah blah? Just say you don’t shop at xyz store either and keep it moving. Lol.
3. The first time you meet the family is usually not the time to prove how much you know about your beau. If they ask, ok, answer to the best of your ability. But be your own individual, you don’t always have to bring the convo back around to your mate.
Ok, who else can add??? This is fun.
I’m so glad you enjoyed this! It was fun to write. And thanks for adding your own advice. There are some real gems here. lol
I had one particular experience in which I met the mother. She was unhappy…..about EVERYTHING. And then I quickly understood, that’s why he was always unhappy and unsatisfied. I will never forget when I met his aunts and they asked me what was the last book I read and what was it about…..??????? Five minutes into meeting them? Hilarious family. We split during the holidays….lol