But you will meet his famiy on Christmas. Should you be bring a present for each of them? (People in his family living with him are: both his grandparents, uncle, two aunts, and 3 little cousins)..What should I do?
2006-11-09 03:44:57 · 23 answers · asked by leazngurl 5 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
I've been dating my boyfriend for 7 months. He's inviting me over to meet his family, especially his aunt on Christmas Day. We are going to a church party thing on that day and his family will be there. Well, I am going to meet his family at his house first, then we are all going to the church.
2006-11-09 04:06:08 · update #1
I would make a nice gift basket that the whole family can enjoy - you could do coffees and teas for the adults, hot cocoas for the little ones, and assorted cookies & chocolates along with nice mugs for each of them. Most of this can be found pretty inexpensively if you look.
Or, you can also do a pasta bowl, loaded with pastas, a couple different gourmet sauces, a pasta server, grated cheese, etc.
OR, you can do a snack basket - popcorn, munchies, soda & beer, and if you wanted to, throw in a game or some movie rentals.
Since you don't know them, it's tough. But you've been with your beau for a while and if he's bringing you to meet them, you're probably going to be around for a while, so buying that first gift without knowing them is hard. Good luck!
2006-11-09 06:15:05 · answer #1 · answered by sylvia 6 · 5⤊ 0⤋
Bring a nice present for the home. A candle or some Guest Towels ( such as festive hand towels for the bathroom).
If there are young children, a small age appropriate gift (like a coloring book) would be a thoughtful thing to do.
2006-11-09 12:06:11 · answer #2 · answered by June smiles 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ask your sweetie if any of his family are on a restricted sugar intake. I think the best possible gift in a situation like this is a plate of homemade holiday treats - cookies, fudge, whatever. If you have any family traditions in this department, even better! Homemade treats are relatively inexpensive, they show effort on your part, and you can play up the whole idea that you think of them as your family too (hence why you're sharing heirloom recipes).
And if any of 'em *are* on restricted sugar intake, find out which artificial sweeteners (if any) they use. I know Equal and Splenda have formulas for baking, and that would just show that much more thoughtfulness on your part.
2006-11-09 12:44:05 · answer #3 · answered by Katie S 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The appropriate thing to do would be to bring a hostess gift, but meant for the family to share, like a fruit basket, some wine for Christmas dinner, or some flowers like a nice poinsettia or Norfolk pine...something for the holiday mood.
2006-11-09 12:26:22 · answer #4 · answered by novamanassas 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Unless you suspect that each of them is getting you a gift, no.
However, buying a nice gift for the family and/or parents would be appropriate. A good family game or video, beautiful knick-knack that fits the home decor, a good wine or fancy dessert, etc. are just a few starter possibilities.
2006-11-09 12:22:53 · answer #5 · answered by Madkins007 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well it would be nice if you could do that but it sounds like it might be a lot of money to buy for that many people. Maybe you could get a nice basket for the house and fill it with goodies for all of them. You could bake several different kind of cookies, muffins and some candies. This will get you off on the right track with them.
2006-11-09 11:54:35 · answer #6 · answered by elaeblue 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You should, but bring a gift for the whole family, the household, not for each person, unless you have a serious relationship, and for sure you are going to get married. But, it would be nice to bring the little ones a present for each.
2006-11-09 11:49:40 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
I would not feel pressured to give a gift, but if you are spending time in their home fro the Holiday, then think of it as a hostess or a housewarming type of gift. I like the ideas of something to share, and a bottle of wine. Ask your boyfriend first about the wine though. A cheese plate or something similar-NO FRUITCAKE- no one really likes that anyway-LOL
2006-11-09 11:50:53 · answer #8 · answered by rottymom02 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Of course you should. it is a matter of hospitality if nothing else. Find out from what's his name some of the things your parents might like to eat or drink, and make/bring something. You don't have to worry about getting a full blown gift since you haven't met them. Chances are they will find a 'token' gift for you, too.
2006-11-09 16:53:16 · answer #9 · answered by SCOTT & ELLIE W 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Bring a large box of chocolates or some chocolate covered strawberries that everyone can enjoy, there are three kids so alcohol like others have posted may not be a good idea!
2006-11-09 11:57:11 · answer #10 · answered by Marcie E 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋