they're very conservative Catholics, and I think they'll disapprove. Is there a good way to phrase it?
2007-07-31 08:33:18 · 28 answers · asked by mury902 6 in Family & Relationships ➔ Other - Family & Relationships
yes, we've met in person. I wasn't even looking to date him, but something clicked, and so after six months of talking on the phone and meeting face to face a couple times, we decided to give it a try. I've met his family and friends, and I'm sure he isn't an axe murderer. I'm not too young to date, or too immature, I just want something I can say, that isn't a lie, that sounds better then, "Hey, this is the guy I met while I was playing a game. Funny how these things happen, huh?"
2007-07-31 09:11:19 · update #1
Well, here's my experience dude. When I went out with a person I chatted online, my parents didn't know as parents will bound to disapprove of it. After few outings and after she became my girlfriend that I started to tell my parents about it and till today, the both of us have already celebrated our 4th anniversary together.
Tell your parents that you'll be going out with your own friends, then leave silently and meet your chat-mate. Enjoy yourself but be wary as not many of them can be trusted.
Cheers :)
2007-07-31 09:04:59 · answer #1 · answered by Larry L - Hi Everyone :D 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Is the problem that you met your beau on the internet, or that he is not a conservative Catholic? If he is a practicing Catholic and otherwise a good guy, why would your parents disapprove? It's no different than if you had met in line at Starbucks. My parents initially didn't like the idea of my meeting people online -- until I pointed out to them that my other realistic (and less palatable) alternatives were (1) bars; and (2) the workplace.
If he is NOT Catholic, then I don't think the problem is HOW you met him ... that's an entirely different can of worms.
2007-07-31 15:51:47 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Personally, I don't see how being Catholic would mean that they disapprove. The biggest problem is that most will first think something like "well how do you know he isn't an axe murderer or a rapist.. or even who he says he is and not a sexual predator". How did you meet him online? Online game? Dating Service? Chat Room?
Best thing to do is be sure he is who he says he is, be cautious, and let them know your seeing someone you met online, how you met them online, and that your sure he isn't dangerous.
2007-07-31 15:40:13 · answer #3 · answered by Todd 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Have you actually met this person? If you're still in the online phase, I wouldn't. But if it's getting a little more serious, you should.
There's a lot of taboo about online dating, and for good reasons, but that doesn't mean the pool is all bad. Just be careful. My mom met a real @$$
2007-07-31 15:40:21 · answer #4 · answered by Avillie 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You must be young if you have to tell your parents. For all you know the person could be a fake, sending you pics of someone else to gain your trust and liying about who they really are. Do you REALLY know this person? For all you know it could be me (pretending to be someone I am not). You should be VERY careful. BUT if you feel there is nothing wrong with what you are doing, then just tell them. I know this isn't what you wanted to hear, but I personally know a young girl who was raped by doing the same thing when she decided to meet this person she met on-line.
2007-07-31 15:40:54 · answer #5 · answered by true blu 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think they should know; how can you be certain you'll be safe ???
Tell them you're meeting up with some of your girlfriends & other guys, you'll give them a call when you reach. That way, they'll know you're doing okay. Alternately, take a friend along with you.
Online dates don't turn out the way you want them to, on most occasions.
2007-07-31 15:38:37 · answer #6 · answered by daffy duck 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
DON'T TELL THEM!
if he lives near you or atleast in the same state, have him meet you for a date, then introduce him to your parents and say you met him somewhere else.
there is no good way to phrase it....ever.
2007-07-31 15:47:24 · answer #7 · answered by Rachel F 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If the relationship is good and he's a good guy, I would wait until they know and love him. Then break the news. If they are happy with him, they'll be less likely to disapprove.
2007-07-31 15:36:03 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
well how old are you and how old is the guy? Just tell them that you are too shy to talk to guys in person so it is easier for you to meet guys online and then date them. That's my reason.
I met my boyfriend online he's awesome!
2007-07-31 15:37:38 · answer #9 · answered by spiffymo 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Say something like Im dating someone, is that ok? We contact each other often, even online. Thats how we met.
2007-07-31 15:37:12 · answer #10 · answered by I ♥ Music 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋