This is a much-needed thank you for all that you have done for me. When I first started dating your son, I never knew we would be such a huge part of each other's lives. With him being my first boyfriend, I didn't know what to expect. I've never "met the parents" before, I didn't know how anything worked. I was extremely nervous and didn't want to say the wrong thing. I spent hours figuring out the perfect outfit to make a great first impression. Your son meant a lot to me, and he still does, and I wanted to make sure I didn't mess this up. But to my luck, you were extremely inviting and loving since the first time I met you.
Thank you for always including me.
As time went on and my relationship grew with your son, our relationship grew as well. From always being invited to dinner, to going to family game night, and now I am about to go on a family vacation with you. It truly means the world to me that you have opened your home and hearts to me, and accepted me as part of the family. You've always invited me to any family events and family gatherings and have thought of me as a member of the family. From going to sporting games together to the Philadelphia Flower Show, being included in those little things means the world to me. By going to all of these events, I have been able to develop bonds with grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins and it truly means the world to me to have these relationships. It is heartwarming sharing all these memories with your family, and I am honored to be a part of them. So, thank you.
Thank you for the way you raised him.
In today's society, chivalry is dying. I am proud to say that I am one of the lucky ones who has an old fashion gentleman. I cannot tell you the last time I had to open a door because he always makes sure to run up in front of me and open it. It is also so heartwarming to see him to the same thing for others, especially the elderly. Even though we usually split the bill, he always offers to pay for all of it. He is the most respectful, loving, and caring man I know. He's the man I am proud to bring home to my parents and introduce to my grandparents. He is definitely someone I do not want to lose and that is because of the way you raised him. He knows how to treat a woman right after being raised from such a strong one. So, thank you.
Thank you for accepting me as your own.
Like I said before, I had no idea what to expect when I met you, and I am sure you didn't either. I know he has had other girlfriends throughout middle school, and I am sure you thought I was just another three-month relationship, but that didn't stop you from treating me with so much love and respect as if I was your own daughter. From that day forward our relationship only grew stronger and now I actually feel like a member of your family. So, thank you.
Thank you for always supporting him.
Whether it is baseball, school, advice, or even money, you are always there to support him in any way he needs. It is so great knowing that he has a strong family support system to fall back on whenever times are tough. You have always supported him and his decisions and followed him down any path he took. I know that it means the world to him, and it means the world to me too. So, thank you.
And finally, thank you for letting me date him.
When I first walked into your life, you probably didn't think much of our relationship. We were 13 and in 8th grade, which is not typically where serious relationships start. But you supported him and us and allowed him to make his own decisions. I never thought I would be so lucky to find someone like him, but I did, so thank you for sharing your little boy with me. Being aside him and your family has given me the opportunity to make amazing memories and go on new trips and adventures and even try some foods I never thought I would. So, thank you.
I am incredibly thankful for how my life has changed after meeting all of you. I would never have thought I would be this lucky, but I guess I am. Thanks for always accepting and loving me since the first day, and hopefully one day I can "officially" be a part of the family. So, thank you, for everything.
