So for the last 4 months, I’ve been dating a great girl. Without going into details, I’ll just leave it at I’m happy and our relationship is easy. With it being the Holidays, that of course meant it was time to do the “Meet the Family Thing.” Now by this time in my life, I’ve met the families of a number of people and it has always been a good experience…this time I had to admit a little concern.

The first concern was that Lindsay is the baby of the family. The second is our age difference. The third were “older” brothers who I am actually older than. I’ve dated my fair share of tall women but never have I dated someone who had brothers BIGGER than me…yikes.

So…on December 21st, the drive to Fort Meyers began that would seal my fate!

Despite living in Florida my entire life, I had never been past Sarasota on the West Coast of Florida. I caught a ride with my friend Patrick who was headed that way and about 6 hours later…we made it (should have taken about 4.5 hours). Lindsay met us at a gas station and I was off to the Krieg House to meet the parents.

Upon reaching the Krieg house, I was quickly greeted by a very excited Golden Retriever/Poodle mix named Callie. Interesting Dog. Very smart and friendly but likes to lick a little too much for my tastes! Lindsay’s Father introduced himself…at 6’4″ and slender he is pretty good shape for being an older gentleman. Lindsay’s Mother is about 6′ tall and is very friendly…I believe I suffered a partially collapsed lung from her welcoming hug!

As it was late, I didn’t get to see much of the house and we all sat out in the living room for an hour or so just talking and getting to know each other. After that, I was led upstairs to my bedroom…which was full of books…and we called it an evening!