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How 'at home' do you feel with your partner's family?
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I never thought that i could ever feel at home with a boyfriends family because I never have. But Joes family is completely different, they are the most welcoming, kind and are a perfect fit for who I would want my future inlaws to be. I hit the jackpot! :)
I love having an extended family so close for gatherings and for our kids. Such memorable interactions. I was at first caught a little off guard by your dad’s quietness but he seems to be coming around. I love your mom, even though she drives you crazy I get her lovable nature without the craziness,she saves it all up for you! You sis and bro are great but there is considerable distance with R. It’s all in God’s hands. You can’t pick your family! So glad my days are only numbered by God
I wouldnt say that I feel at home, per say, since it seems so very far away, but I most definitely feel welcome. There's no doubt about that.
Don't know, she keeps me away from them *gasp*
I don't know. My partner has not introduced me to his parents, grandparents or any extended family. Instead, he took his ex out of town to his last family function.
Most of his family members don't know I exist, and they don't know or remember that he left his wife 2.5 years ago.
Because he agreed to never say anything about me in his ex's presence (it makes her sad), he did not mention me to his family at said event, either.
But someday, I might learn the answer to this question.
Most of his family members don't know I exist, and they don't know or remember that he left his wife 2.5 years ago.
Because he agreed to never say anything about me in his ex's presence (it makes her sad), he did not mention me to his family at said event, either.
But someday, I might learn the answer to this question.
That's not cool.
Male, >50 years, Married, CA, US | Jan 31, 2012
Male, >50 years, Married, CA, US | Jan 31, 2012
No, it wasn't cool at all. He knows that & we discussed it at length afterward. And there was a very reasonable-sounding explanation for his taking her; there usually is. :)
Female, >50 years, Dating, OH, US | Jan 31, 2012
Female, >50 years, Dating, OH, US | Jan 31, 2012
Is he legally divorced? He definitely isn't emotionally divorced.
Female, >50 years, Married, KS, US | Jan 31, 2012
Female, >50 years, Married, KS, US | Jan 31, 2012
You are not responsible for his exes feelings. He needs to be involved with you, not his ex. If my boyfriend took his ex to a family function and not me, he would be my ex.
Female, >50 years, Dating, TX, US | Feb 01, 2012
Female, >50 years, Dating, TX, US | Feb 01, 2012
I agree with the other commenters. He is definitely not respectful towards you, and since he's dating YOU, not his ex, you need to come first!! If she hasn't gotten over him in 2.5 years and they are still dragging this out, they always will be. Either he needs to sever all ties to his ex and be honest with his family, or you should move on to another honest, loving, completely available partner who would be proud and eager to bring you to meet the family.
Female, 36-40 years, Dating, MI, US | Feb 04, 2012
Female, 36-40 years, Dating, MI, US | Feb 04, 2012
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Very much
Pretty at home... His family is great, I am lucky!
Very comfortable
I feel very at home they're all very welcoming. I still feel like I need to be on best behaviour but i think that's a good thing as I want them to like me and make an effort for them
It didn't take long at all to feel right at home with his family. I love them!
Completely at home. We did live with them for a year as well..but either way, I'm very close to them and we get a long great!
I love it! It could be maybe a little bit awkward at times because of the barrier of it being their daughter granddaughter or whatever it is, but the best thing is to see the joy and content my girl has when she's with her family and is in my arms it's as if she has everything she needs. All the love in the world. This is an example of how we should live if we have accepted Christ everyday.
Since we live in different states I haven't had as much time as I'd like, but we get along splendidly.
I feel pretty comfortable
Very. They are funny and sweet and welcoming.
