Pretty much the question. My parents aren't overly strict or anything but they wouldn't be too happy about me bringing an American guy home because they've been talking about an arranged marriage with an Indian guy. They find Indian guys to be more "stable". I find that illogical and don't agree with them and am really happy with my now boyfriend. We've talked about moving in and also about a marriage (in the non-immediate future) and he's happy with me. He's interested in meeting my family because I've met his already. I introduced him unofficially when I had a birthday party at home (with other people). My mom also brings him up occasionally and is amazed by he is career-wise.

However, my parents insist on things going their way and want their kids to listen to them and do what they wish because they feel they know what's "right" for their children. It makes me feel like a child when I'm in college and have dealt with a lot in life. I know I don't know everything but I know I'm happy with my boyfriend. He's the most wonderful person I've ever met and he's my best friend. I love his family and would love to have a future with him. But I can't start that until my parents have at least met him. I'm wondering how I can do that while also not actually running away or something with him. I respect my parents and I don't want to cut ties with them. But I also don't want to lose my boyfriend. What do, Reddit?

Ps. We've been together since September of 2012.
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My parents are extremely traditional and want their
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Pretty much the question. My parents aren't overly strict or anything but they wouldn't be too happy about me bringing an American guy home because they've been talking about an arranged marriage with an Indian guy. They find Indian guys to be more "stable". I find that illogical and don't agree with them and am really happy with my now boyfriend. We've talked about moving in and also about a marriage (in the non-immediate future) and he's happy with me. He's interested in meeting my family because I've met his already. I introduced him unofficially when I had a birthday party at home (with other people). My mom also brings him up occasionally and is amazed by he is career-wise.

However, my parents insist on things going their way and want their kids to listen to them and do what they wish because they feel they know what's "right" for their children. It makes me feel like a child when I'm in college and have dealt with a lot in life. I know I don't know everything but I know I'm happy with my boyfriend. He's the most wonderful person I've ever met and he's my best friend. I love his family and would love to have a future with him. But I can't start that until my parents have at least met him. I'm wondering how I can do that while also not actually running away or something with him. I respect my parents and I don't want to cut ties with them. But I also don't want to lose my boyfriend. What do, Reddit?

Ps. We've been together since September of 2012.
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Traditional Indian parents don't like the idea of
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