Hi everyone, long time no see!
I've been pretty busy these days because my parents-in-law are currently in Germany. We've been traveling around a lot and I think I'm gonna blog about that later, too.
But now there is something else I would like to write about:
Dealing with Chinese parents-in-law!
This blog is mostly about my personal life, and since I have a Chinese husband, it might be interesting or even helpful for others to read about my experiences.
As I said, my parents-in-law are currently visiting. I get along with them quite well now, but that wasn't always the case.
When I first met my mother in law, I was 18 I think. I had no idea how to behave. For the first meeting I suggest you to wear normal, pretty clothes, although this is not too important. You can just dress the way you feel most comfortable. The clothes I was wearing were a little childish, so it made me feel kinda embarrassed when I met my mother in law. So, wear something that makes you confident! Nothing slutty tho.
There isn't much you can do wrong i guess. Smile, say how happy you are to meet them. If you are visiting them in China, show that you are very happy to be there and to finally meet them. If they are coming to visit you, tell them you are glad they are visiting you, that you want to show them around. If you're picking them up from the airport, maybe insist on carrying the mother in law's luggage because they have a long journey behind them and they are probably tired!
Little presents are always good! You can give them something that is typical for your country/hometown, like chocolate or wine or a little souvenir.
Be the kindest version of yourself - you want the parents in law to like you, right? Don't be afraid of communication, don't be shy. The more active and open-minded you are, the more likely you will get along!
I think this is already the most important advice for meeting the Chinese parents in law for the very first time. I will think about other , more difficult situations to handle and blog about them, but I'd also like to hear if you have questions or things that you want me to explain. I also think these pieces of advice don't only apply for Chinese parents in law, but for Asian in laws in general! So let me know what you'd like to know!
