How do I survive dinner with thier parents?

 "Dear Poetic_1, My girlfriend wants me to meet her parents over dinner soon but we already know she's out of my league. How do I impress her parents without faking who I am? ~terrifed_boyfriend"

So I see how you are running into trouble. Being a girlfriend with an ex that I have felt out of my league and I lost over screwing up dinner with the family, I can help you here.

So sitting down and eating dinner with the one you like alot and their parents can be a great yet nerve racking. But if you follow the next simple steps you'll leave with the parent's approval and an invitation for a later time. But before we get to steps to making them like you remember the two keys rules.

1.) RESPECT!

2.) Parents do not like to see you clinging to your boyfriend/girlfriend so paws off for a little bit (there's plenty of time for that at a later date).

With that said follow these simple steps to make the parents absolutely adore you.

1.) Bring a gift for the home: Since parents tend to be old fashioned a great way to get on their good side is by bringing something for the meal such as a desert or even so simple as flowers for the table.

2.) Use Mr. & Mrs.: What I mean by this is don't assume that they are cool with you calling the Janet & Adam or even Mom & Dad. Use Mr. and Mrs. until they tell you to use their first name or to call them mom or dad.

3.) Engage in the conversation: Just like any other meal if there is a conversation at the table engage in it. Speak with his father about sports or cars or with his mom about how beautiful she is. Making sure you make yourself look good by throwing in some compliments about your special someone.

4.) Don't act fake: The key to get their parents to love you is simple, make them see your good side. Don't act fake but brighten your pluses and dull the minuses but don't cut them out.

5.) End the Night Politely: As it goes be polite when you leave. Tell them you had an amazing night and that the meal was outstanding, yes, even if it means lying. A firm handshake and a polite and friendly hug to your special someone before making a polite exit.

Well if you follow those simple steps, you are nearly gaurenteed an open invitation to return. But to get that invite you actually have to go there. So I will bid you farewell terrified_boyfriend and the best of luck.

Sincerely,

Poetic_1

*note: Be sure to leave any comments or message me any other questions you have. If I deem appropriate I could answer your question soon. My very best wishes to you.*