How can I impress my boyfriend's family on Thanksgiving?
913742
When I first started dating my boyfriend, I baked a tray of cookies for Thanksgiving and brought it over for dinner.  The tray was GONE by the end of the day and now it's become tradition for my cookies around the holidays.  But it's not always about buying things or doing things for someone.  Obviously do what your mom would tell you, be respectful, polite.  Engage in conversation, dress appropriately, and be yourself!  :)  Oh and ask if they'd like help in the kitchen, mothers really seem to like that.
756889
Get up and watch the Macys Thanksgiving Parade .  Eat about 1ish and enjoy each others company.  Go for a long walk around the 25 acre pond by our house then back to hot chocolate and cake.
794275
Wine is always a good choice, but check with your co-worker to see if they usually drink wine at thanksgiving (oh, and as everyone has said, if you bring wine, bring a white to go with the turkey, I recommend Brander Sav Blanc if you live in Cali).  If not, you might want to bring some biscotti's or chocolates for after dinner.  Bringing a pie is ok, but if they aren't planning on you bringing a pie, that might leave them with too many leftovers.\nOh, and you might want to check on dress code.  If they all wear sweatshirts and jeans, you don't really want to show up in a suit.  A dress shirt and slacks is usually a safe way to go though.\nHappy Turkey Day!
342041
Rent a movie. Play cards. \nI don't know how old you two are so I'll keep it clean.\nTalk. Show him photos of you and your family.\nIs it a nice evening? Go for a walk.\nHave fun.
1068894
Go outside if it's nice where you are. \nIf not, bake something for someone nice and then bring it to them...they will be pleasantly suprised.
991318
maam this would be the awsome idea \nkool \njust do it\nwell give him a surprise at 12.o1am with a huge cake and then go outside for a fun or either to a restaurant and call ur all relatives and ur friends and all others u knw \nthis day comes once in a year so y not to try some thing new so i think u r going in the ryt way maam \narrange an awsome party after the get toghter \nmay be go for a dance party or some singjng type of \nand the gud gift in my opnion wud be ur DEEP LOVE FOR HIM OR MAY BE A GUD THING THAT HE LOVES \nask this thing one or two day before abt his gift \nbut dun even whisper abt the surprise party \ni think this bday wud be the bst if u do so like this \nWELL MY BEST WISHES FOR HIM AND U \nMAY GOD BLESS U BOTH \nHAVE A WONDERFULL LIFE AHEAD
616776
Be genuine to them! Don't over show about anything.Be down to earth..Show your belief in the family institution before them.And one more imp thing......try to make them laugh!
861535
Hey, maybe you could get together with the person 10 minutes ago who was asking how to make a "desert" for Thanksgiving dinner.  You'd make a perfect couple.
804097
people whom you love like your family and friends\n\nHAPPY THANKSGIVING
144272
Plan some sort of outing for the four of you.  When I introduced my parents to my boyfriend last summer, the four of us spent the day on the lake on my dad's sailboat.  This was the perfect place for them to meet him, because my boyfriend also has a sailboat.  It gave him and my father a lot to talk about because they have so much in common.  (My dad's the only one I was worried about!  But my mom loves him too!)\n\nYou could also all go out for dinner, or you could make dinner for everyone at your house.
955778
Like you said babe, you're more than worthy. Its HIS family and thats it. Not everyone is going to get on, but like you said, you and your boyfriend are strong. Ignore it, Ignore how they make you feel babe. Its probably jealousy on their part. I wouldn't let them see they upset you, you're better than that. After the reception, just keep your distance. Your friends will be there for you, so just make sure you have a good time. Don't let people like that grind you down babe. Good Luck x x x
233695
I always try to look good for my hubby.  Even from the get go.  I always acted like myself.  When we were a little deeper into the relationship I did romantic dinners and rose petals down the hall and to the bed with candles lit everywhere.  I always try to impress him by trying new things and getting focused on what he's talking about, whether it be work or cars or whatever, even if I could care less.  If you truely love someone you will know how to impress them.  If it is a new relationship or one you're trying to start, just look your best, be confident and be yourself.  You want them to love you for who you really are and not who you are trying to pretend to be.
840505
One of the suggestions I would make is to send them a nice table runner and napkin set or ... a gift certificate to their favorite Grocery Store -- so that they can use that to purchase the Thanksgiving meal ingredients this year!
581111
there are many ways..\n1. say " <hisname> i love you" , close ur eyes, and kiss him on his lips..\n2. show him that you can change urself for him...as in if he doesnt like s'thing in u or likes s'thing..then change that habit or incorporate(the thing he likes) in urself...\n3. put in constant effort to look better and better...and also, keep ur self fit...(good for u too)\n4. learn to cook sthing that he really enjoys eating...\n5. subtly bitch about other men in front of him.. and more importantnly, NEVER praise any other man in front of him...\n6. tell him that u will be with her even if he looses all his money.. and all his looks (just say this.. and he will know taht u love her..)\n7. dont be greedy...once in a while settle for less expensive gifts...\n8. and this is the MOST important thing...TRY and SEE his point of view... u need not agree.. but just try and see.. and then repeat it to him...\n9. and if he still wants more...ask me back... u have my email id :-)\n10. Best of luck,.. (ur asking this question is proof enough that u love him...show him this link..! :-)
941350
It depends on how close the couple is...I would take it to the heart in my case but that is because my boyfriend and I consider each other family and his family is my family and my family is his family...the point is, we are all very close so yeah, if he said that it would hurt me.  We are having 2 thanksgivings this year, we are not cooking at our house but my side of the family is having turkey dinner around 4 or 5 and his side of the family is having it around 8...so we are going to starve all day and eat at both families houses.  A little off the subject but all the talk of thanksgiving got me thinking about it, sorry.
544122
Do not just pop over with him and get their raw reaction. That might not go so well. I would break them in slow over a few weeks - start with telling them you have a boyfriend, explain how much you care about him...no details at first. Then pepper in a few hints about him that would give hints about him, then maybe put a picture up or have pictures of you and him together. Give them time to take it all in. Then bring him over so they can find out how good a guy he is.
744878
omg, that looks just like my brother-in-law!!!\nnow i have something interesting to talk about \nat Thanksgiving!!! thanks!