How to Introduce Your New Love to the Fam this Holiday Season

3) Bring The Humble Pie

Want to make an A$$ of yourself? Mention how your granny’s macaroni and cheese is way better than the interesting concoction your boyfriend’s 17-year-old cousin was allowed to debut this Turkey Day. Or tell a joke at the dinner table about how your girlfriend snores like a 300-pound-sumo wrestler. Don’t play meek and mild, but make sure that you have an appropriate amount of deference for the family that raised your beloved. And don’t say anything that can be remotely considered as offensive. No arguing about politics or religion, no telling your girlfriend’s mom “You’re wrong!” even if she’s about as brilliant as Sara Palin. Offer to wash dishes or refill drinks or play with the kids.  Remember: they were there first and will be there long after you are gone. The last thing you want is your man/lady having to defend their choice of date.