Meeting the Parents!

**Cataholic** · 10-12-2006, 08:27 AM

Laura,
I think there is some benefit to Alexa meeting your parents amidst the craziness that will surround the time. Lots of people, people 'relaxing', etc., tend to take the focus off of the more traditional way- a quiet dinner out, or over someone's home. This way, there will be so much going on that it will be less about "meeting" anyone, and more about socializing.

Plus, who couldn't like Alexa?

**Pembroke_Corgi** · 10-12-2006, 09:56 AM

I'm sure it will be ok! Maybe it's better that you are all meeting in Vegas instead of someone's home anyway, because it will take some of the pressure off.

I know I was nervous when I met Eric's parents but that was only because he said "Well my mom usually doesn't like anyone that I've dated."

It turned out she really liked me, and still does! Just be supportive to Alexa since I'm sure you'll both be be nervous (I would be) and I'm sure everything will be fine. Sounds like a fun vacation!

**caseysmom** · 10-12-2006, 10:22 AM

Do they know Alexa is more than a friend? I think it may be easier on everyone if they know that beforehand and less of a shock. I can only tell you how I would feel and if you were my daughter I would want you to be happy, unfortunately there are a lot of people that are close minded. You know your parents better than us, I hope they will feel like that from the start, I am sure they will eventually but I hope you don't have to go through any tense moments.

**My Peanuts** · 10-12-2006, 12:19 PM

Alexa will do fine, but yes, if that was me, I'd be nervous out of my mind! I bet the thought of it will make you two more nervous than the actual meeting.

**Rachel** · 10-12-2006, 03:22 PM

Originally Posted by Cataholic

Laura,
I think there is some benefit to Alexa meeting your parents amidst the craziness that will surround the time. Lots of people, people 'relaxing', etc., tend to take the focus off of the more traditional way- a quiet dinner out, or over someone's home. This way, there will be so much going on that it will be less about "meeting" anyone, and more about socializing.

Plus, who couldn't like Alexa?

I agree completely. Think of the positives here, instead of the negatives and relax. Like my dentist tells me, don't forget to breath.