When I was brought into your home for the first time by your son, my real number one concern was YOU liking me. (No really, ask him about the million texts I sent asking if I was wearing too much makeup or if my outfit was okay). But, little did I know that there was no reason for so much worry, because from that day you have shown me nothing but love and kindness. You made me feel comfortable and at home so much so that I could come out of my quiet shell and be myself around your wonderful family. Thank you for welcoming me in such a comforting way, because not every girlfriend gets the privilege to be liked and welcomed by their partner's mother. I am so beyond glad that it isn't the case between us. You've accepted me for the person I am, even after the super-quiet-hyper-polite-first-impression mask came off.

You've raised a man that knows what respect not only for women, but for everyone, means. One that knows how to take responsibility for himself, and not an immature boy who respects no one and doesn't know the meaning of being responsible for himself.

Thank you for including me in some of your family activities, and inviting me to spend time with your family. Even though I'm not blood related to anyone, I feel right at home when I'm with your family all together. (They actually remind me a lot of my family too, which makes it double comfortable and fun). Along with spending time with your family naturally means making memories, and I am so thankful to be included in making memories with the people closest to you.

Most importantly, thank you for trusting me with your son. You have no idea how much it means. I know he's still your baby, even if I call him baby too. He's precious to you, you've watched him learn and grow into the incredible person he is today his entire life, you've been there every moment of it. I promise you I'll never do anything to hurt him or break his heart. I'll do everything in my power alongside you to keep him the happiest he can be, because he deserves it.

Finally, you've taught me, as a potential mother in the far future, how to interact with my hypothetical son's girlfriend. How to accept her into my home, treat her with love and care and make her feel comfortable. How to become close to her but also give she and my son their own space, and how to make her feel like she's accepted by the whole family.

I know this is an extremely scattered word-vomit letter, but that's what happens when you have so many thank-you's and not enough time or space. I have good intents, and I hope this didn't bombard or overwhelm you. I solely wanted to thank you for all you've done and continue to do. So thank you for it all, to my boyfriend's mom.

Sincerely,

Your Son's (extremely thankful) Girlfriend