I'm excited to go to Matt's parents' house for Christmas, but I wish he'd sprung it on me a little earlier, like maybe before all the stores closed. I would have liked to bring his mom something: a candle, a tea towel-I don't know. I've never had a boyfriend, therefore I've never had to impress a boyfriend's mom, so I'm just going off of what I think Reese Witherspoon or Joanna Gaines would do, and they'd sure as shit bring a gift for Mrs. Russell.
The narrator expresses excitement about visiting her boyfriend Matt's parents for Christmas, but she feels unprepared for the occasion. She wishes Matt had informed her sooner, as she would have liked to bring a gift for his mom, something thoughtful to make a good impression. With the stores now closed, she's left to regret not being able to pick up a suitable present.
This situation highlights her inexperience in relationships, as it's her first time having to impress a boyfriend's family. Drawing inspiration from well-known figures, she reflects on the importance of gift-giving in such social settings, demonstrating her desire to make a positive impression on Mrs. Russell.
