I wanted to write this letter to you to express just how grateful I am for each and every one of you. Sure, I came over to the house to see my boyfriend, but I honestly looked forward to coming over not only because of him, but because of each of you. You all are so welcoming and so sweet to me, and for that, I just wanted to say "Thank you." This one isn't easy to sit down and write because nothing I could say would do all of you justice in the way that I would hope I could. These are just words, but I hope that I am able to always show my thank you to you by treating him like the prince he is.

First of all, thank you for Jahleel. He is the most wonderful mixture of smart, talented, kind, considerate, fun and handsome that I've ever seen, and I have you to thank for raising him to be that way.

You don't ever have to, but you invite me anyway. Whether it's just a family gathering, a birthday, or a holiday, I am thankful to be a part of memories that you all share and that you have welcomed me to be a part of. They are days that I will never forget and have a place in my heart forever.

Since we have started dating, I have watched the way that you guys love him. I have watched the individual relationships and moments that you share with him make a difference in who he is. I have seen you all love and support him, no matter what he was doing.

With everything that comes along in life, this has been a simple reminder of an unconditional, loving, sacrificing family that is also the best support system. You are not only impacting him, but me, too.

To his mom, thank you for bringing him into this world and raising him the way you did. I never thought I would find someone as compatible as we are and I have you to thank for my happiness. His smile lights up every room he is in, children love him, people are attracted to his compassionate personality, and everyone knows that his family is to thank because the apple doesn't fall far from the tree. Your mother-son relationship is unmatched and one that many mothers strive to have with their children.

One final thank you for raising the man of my dreams, I couldn't imagine life without him.I am most thankful for this. Thank you for sharing him with me and giving me a chance to show you all how important he is to me. I never thought that I would luck out and meet someone as special, kind, and wonderful as he is, but I did.

You have supported our relationship, given me a chance to love him, and welcomed me to new adventures in love and family. I have the upmost gratitude for each of you. You are the most wonderful, welcoming, and loving family. I am overjoyed to be able to experience just a glimpse of this life with him and with all of you.