Part of the Family

I was in Lakewood for Shabbos, with my friend and her family there. I have been there quite a few times now, and have gotten to know her family pretty well. I really feel like I am getting to be part of the family - her brothers tease me, her sister-in-law welcomes me, and her nephew gets excited when he sees me, and they are already inviting me for the upcoming holidays. It's a really nice feeling.