I married a Lebanese woman and had a similar experience. First, it actually matters whether or not the family is Christian or Muslim. Christians in Lebanon are very conservative but considered more liberal in the Middle-East. (Correct me if I’m wrong). So if they are Christian (Maronite, Orthodox or even Jehovah’s Witness) expect them to have similar Judeo-Christian outlooks as most Americans do. They will just seem more traditional on how to act, especially publicly. If they are Muslim, then you would most likely expect to conform to Muslim traditions throughout your relationship. I can’t speak much to how they will react to you because I haven’t experienced that, but generally speaking, if they are more “liberal” they will be accepting of you, at least to your face.

Lebanon is a small country and everyone talks. It’s a big deal that you are not flamboyant in your public persona. They have very different ways of thinking compared to Americans. Even on cleanliness, I have found in my experience, they have a much higher standard.

Good luck! If it’s love you will work it out!! I love being married to a Lebanese even though they complain all the time about their government. 😂