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writes:In a few weeks i am due to meet the rest of my boyfriends family, at a surprise party for his aunt, however i am really really nervous. Just after Christmas (after seeing my boyfriend for only 3 weeks) i met a huge chunk of his family and that day i felt that nervous i thought i would actually faint. I changed my outfit about 10 times re-done my make up and had to have a few drinks to settle my nerves. They are a nice family however they are really close and there are so many of them. It was awful that day however in a few weeks i am to meet the likes of his granny and granda and his mum.. How do i overcome my nerves??? i don't want to get drunk and make a full of myself, and embarrass him and also i don't want them to think he is too good for me.
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reader, TasteofIndia  +, writes (2 March 2010):
 Hey sweetness,
Well caalllmmm down. Are they a nice family? They'll be doing their part to make you feel welcome. I suggest that you wear a classy outfit (nothing too revealing. Something that an older audience will appreciate), don't have more than one drink or two (DEFINITELY control yourself. Don't come off as anything less than classy), and bring a small gift for the aunt. Maybe a bottle or wine or a bouquet of flowers (or both).
I'm sure your boyfriend knows how nervous you are, and he's not just going to throw you to the wolves. He'll help you out, but first ask him some questions about his family and everyone you'll be meeting. That way you'll have some arsenal for conversation. "So, I hear that you used to be a pilot. How cool! I always loved planes."
Smile a lot, laugh, don't get so nervous that you keep yourself in a corner next to the table with all the booze. Integrate yourself, introduce yourself and remember to give off WARM vibes.
Don't stress about it too much. They're just people. If you and your boyfriend have a nice time, they'll just notice how happy and comfortable you are together. Don't worry, things will be fine! The more you work yourself up, the worse it will be. It's not that bad, sweet thing and you'll do wonderfully!
Good luck!
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