Meet the Parents

The next few weeks or months will be extremely interesting with regards to Valentine.

To date, far he's met my entire immediate family while I have not met his mom or dad. The other night he mentioned wanting to take a visit to see his dad who lives about 20 minutes away and I told him I'd like that. I'd also like to meet his mom because from what he's shared, she seems like a really fun person.

Of course, on my side this means that he will have to meet my godparents. And while some people may think he's in the clear because he's met my parents already, I have to admit my godparents, my godfather in particular, are MUCH more tougher. If you don't believe me, ask my high school boyfriend.

The fact that we are planning whom we'd like the other to meet that means the most is a good sign that each of us sees that person connecting with these people or being a good judge of character. Which makes me think about how I must behave correctly at all times because my world is getting smaller and smaller as the days go by.

On Thursday, I had to pick him up from the barber shop and he asked me to come in just so his barber could see me. I pray despite all my anxiety for getting to the church on time I put in a good impression and didn't appear rude. I noticed that is something I need to work on and I want to do nothing but be a better person when he's around. I know I'm human but there's always room for improvement but my impatience is the one area that I can definitely tame in the days to come.

I'd hate to have had a bad encounter with anyone he introduces me to and then have to justify my bad behavior. So, my new mantra is: relax, relate, release...

But the most important thing is to go with the flow and let him plan when these meetings happen. I WILL not rush into anything but I'm also anxious to meet his parents. In two weeks I'm scheduled to attend church with him. I think I'll start planning my outfit now.