Originally Posted by
MrLofg0029 
I was hoping to instead get advice from the recovering community on what I could offer up in this situation to be helpful to my gf while acknowledging her parents.
Hi and welcome.
My advice is:
1. Send a brief, handwritten note addressed to both parents thanking them for sharing their feelings, that you are looking forward to seeing them at the defense, and to supporting their daughter with them.
2. Keep working your Recovery. Glad you posted!