In laws: the mere concept is enough to make some people groan. Whether you have some bad ones yourself or not, we’ve all heard the horror stories. The truth of the matter is, you can pick your spouse but you most definitely can not pick their family.
That being said, I would like to start this letter off with a big fat-
I AM SO SORRY.
I’m sorry on behalf of myself and the entire Jones clan, as I can assure you we’ll get on your nerves at one point or another. I’m sorry for judgements and criticism you may receive, although I promise we don’t mean it in a mean way! It’s just what we, as in laws, do!
Well, not that I've gotten you really excited to meet us, the most important thing I have to say to you is . . .
WELCOME TO THE FAMILY!
I may not know you yet, but I know that I already like you. I know this because if you’re going to become my sister in law you (hopefully) love my brother. And because you love my brother, I in turn love you. Marrying him means that you see the same side of him that I do. You see that he is kind, loyal, and would do anything for the people he loves. You see that although life hasn’t always been a breeze for him, he stays positive. Everyday, he chooses to continue to work hard as opposed to giving up in the face of challenges. My brother is one of the best guys (only in competition with my dad) that I know, and I’m so glad you see it too. I love that you love him.
The point of this letter isn’t to scare you into thinking that my family and I are going to always be a handful, because I promise you we won’t. We are good for some laughs and good times and will welcome you into our family with open arms . . . but I can’t promise that my mom won’t make comments on your cooking or cleaning skills. ;)
So, future in sister in law, I can’t wait to meet you someday. I know that you’ll be everything I image you will be, and I hope we can become good friends. Thank in advance for making my brother as happy as I’m sure you will make him.
Love,
Your future sister in law