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writes:I'm meeting my boyfriend's parents tonight, going over to their house for dinner...any advice? He is 33 and I am 41, so we're not kids, and I understand that his father can be somewhat of a bear, his mother as sweet as pie, very well off. Reply to this Question
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reader, TasteofIndia +, writes (21 February 2008):
 Bring a bottle of wine for them - I think it's a very classy move when guests bring a gift. Especially one you can enjoy during dinner! If they aren't the drinking sort, maybe a bouquet of flowers for his mother or something. You get the idea.
Ask your boyfriend who are some folks they admire. Is his father into any sports team, any particular residential candidate, any cause or what have you? Get your boyfriend to load you up with potential conversation before you even get there.
Be yourself, smile often, be polite, offer help... let your boyfriend know that you're nervous so that for the most part, he can guide your evening and not leave you hanging!
Good luck!!
xx India
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reader, anonymous, writes (21 February 2008): Relax, be yourself and smile, seem interested in what they have to say. Offer to help clear away the dishes after dinner. Don't go empty handed either, bring a bottle of nice wine (if his parents drink) or flowers/chocolteas/cake - just some sort of token of appreciation for dinner. I'm sure the father won't be as bad as a bear, ask your boyfRIEND what your father likes, interests/sports/hobbies etc and be able to talk to him about those - that might well impress him. Just make sure you know enough about them before starting a conversation with him. You'll be fine once you stop worrying about it :)
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reader, princess*d*  +, writes (21 February 2008):
 hiya go and meet your boyfriends parents because they might be a careing polite family if they are rude and you dont really get along well just leave and make an exuse that you have to go to your friends house
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reader, jabey +, writes (21 February 2008):
Be polite, and most importantly be yourself!!!
When meeting new people i think you should always display a friendly smile at all times. Then take an interest in them. Admire their home, point out things which look nice, ask them who choose or decorated it that way.
Obviously, tell them how lovely the meal is and thank them for cooking for you. Ask if they need any help with the meal or clearing away.
Hopefull this way you will come across as polite, helpful and friendly, how can you go wrong.
If the father is a bit scarey, ask him about his work / hobbies , find out what interests him and talk about that subject by showing interest. People generally like to talk about themselves.
Im sure you will be fine. Be respectful, and nice. Then how can they not like you . Good luck, and let me know how you get on. Im sure you will be just fine xxx
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reader, eyeswideopen +, writes (21 February 2008):
 Just try to relax and be yourself, very nerve racking isn't no matter how old you are?!
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