It's totally not worth it to stop sleeping around...

[McDolphins]

Fellow fin fans, I need your advice.

My girlfriend's dad wants to meet me on Sunday at 4:00 PM. Needless to say, that's just not happening. The gf is getting frustrated and wondering why I can't just "skip this game" (as if she hasn't been dating me for an entire season). How, on God's green earth, do I make her understand just how important this game is?

I can't believe I went single for this...

 

[NYCphan]

Just a guess, but...

If she's been dating you the entire season and knows you're a Miami fan, she may have mentioned this at some point to her father... and he might have picked Sunday at 4pm just to see what you'll do.

Otherwise, it just seems like too much of a coincidence.

 

[dol_fan]

Just a guess, but...

If she's been dating you the entire season and knows you're a Miami fan, she may have mentioned this at some point to her father... and he might have picked Sunday at 4pm just to see what you'll do.

Otherwise, it just seems like too much of a coincidence.

yeah that sounds like a good asumption to me. but come on.....you GF has to understand how important this game is for us. LOL

 

[Akronfinfan36]

Aren't you going to meet the gf's family tomorrow? Isn't dad a football fan? Oh yeah, he's probably a Lions fan so he has nothing to do on Sunday.

Do they know you're a Dolphin fan? They're probably "testing" you (i.e What's more important me/my daughter of a football game?)

Sorry, my man. If you miss the game Sunday (win or lose) you will regret it.

 

[deezdgbt]

tell him to come watch the game with you. if he doesn't want to, and she doesn't want YOU to then find another girl. they're all over the place. specially on the holidays.

 

[NYCphan]

If he's aware of the game and your interest in it, he might just surprise you by having the game on and ready to watch together. Or he might have no clue about it, or any interest in football. You need to do a little research here.

 

[72 Undefeated]

There is no way you will be able to make her understand. In every relationship there are "deal breakers." Sounds as if she needs to understand that this is one of them. Trust me, it will only get worse.....whats next, can't watch "the" game because you have to go shopping? Seriously, just have him/them over to watch the game. Good luck.

 

[studsatele]

dude! watch yer back. she sounds like a jets fan sleeper cell.

 

[McDolphins]

Yep...the entire season. She refuses to watch a single game with me, and still I tell her about every detail of every win and loss. She doesn't even know the names of all the teams, but she undoubtedly knows that (A) I have lived and breathed Dolphins football since I was 5, and (B) This is the single MOST IMPORTANT GAME in 7 seasons. Seriously, WTF!

 

[McDolphins]

Aren't you going to meet the gf's family tomorrow? Isn't dad a football fan? Oh yeah, he's probably a Lions fan so he has nothing to do on Sunday.

Do they know you're a Dolphin fan? They're probably "testing" you (i.e What's more important me/my daughter of a football game?)

Sorry, my man. If you miss the game Sunday (win or lose) you will regret it.

Tomorrow is her mom's family. And she's already holding it against me that we're going to be a little late for that because of when MY family is getting together.

 

[kooter54]

If they are trying to make you skip this game.....she is not for you. Tell her to go find another man. You can find a fins fam out there.

 

[Akronfinfan36]

Tomorrow is her mom's family. And she's already holding it against me that we're going to be a little late for that because of when MY family is getting together.

Mmmmm...how long have you been with this girl? If she's this demanding now, it will only get worse...trust me.

 

[The Bopkin]

I don't negotiate with my wife or my kids or anyone. Every single solitary soul who knows me knows I'm watching the game unless I'm in the hospital. That's just the way things are. If someone tries to alter my plan, they fail. If you do the same, she'll accept it eventually. If you cave now, forever down the road she'll know it's negotiable. Give in at your own risk.

 

[DaygoDolphan]

Sounds like a tough decision bro. Well, I'm no relationship expert but why not invite the dad to a BBQ (Dine In, depending on the weather) at your house while watching the game. If the Dad doesn't understand the game explain the rules to him (and your girl) at the same time. Who knows you might make him a Dolphin fan (too much to ask for?) jejeje.

See this way, he knows his daughter has a roof over her head you are a committed person (Fan since 5 years old), and you're not looking for a quick hit....and best of all you can enjoy the game in all its glory

of course there are many other factors in this scenario that you can handle accordingly, but speaking for myself I don't see myself missing this game for any reason...either way g'luck bro :beer1:

 

[Vaark]

Toss it right back into HER court... Reenact and Fin-modify this scene from that classic movie "The Diner" where Colts fanatic Eddie made his fiance take a 140 question test before they could get married. You need to set the boundries early. Tell her: "Sure I'll be happy to meet your dad on his terms IF you can first answer these 20 questions regarding the 15 Fins games I excitedly and patiently described to YOU this season. (But if you really like her, make it just hard enough that she doesn't fail too badly). The guys in the Baltimore diner talked Colts obsessively.. your GF, if she's looking toward the future, should understand and appreciate how strongly interwoven into the essence of your life and being the Fins are! :up: