Becoming a Bopp

Kate Middleton may be marrying into the royal family, but I think any girl who is preparing to join the ranks of her fiance's family can relate to Kate's inevitable pre-wedding jitters about living up to family standards and making a good impression on friends and relatives.

For any newly engaged lady there is always an added pressure to attend social engagements outside of family gatherings, and obligations to please a whole second set of friends and relations.  Expectations continue to rise as I prepare to be the wife of the heir to the Bopp name and eventually mother to the Bopp legacy.  I'm sure any newly engaged/married gentleman could say the same thing.  Standing strong amidst a father-in-law's criteria and girl's best friend's criticism can be a frightening challenge!

Despite the typical in-law worries, I've discovered how blessed I am to be marrying into a family with whom I get along splendidly, who uphold the same ideals and value as I, and who will stick close no matter what. I was lucky enough to be introduced to nearly the entire Bopp clan within weeks of the commencement of mine and Chris' relationship, and I have easily grown to love each member of his family.  My future in-laws have been nothing but supportive and welcoming and I have no complaints.