Not to be rude but if your really terribly broke perhaps bringing a lunch with you should be an idea considering going out for lunch is pretty expensive over time when you look at the cost compared to making your own

It's ok OP. I've had to do that on more than one occasion.

OP here! I appreciate everyone's feedback and helpful comments! Although I make considerably less than most of my coworkers because I have only been here about 7 months, I have no room to complain. I just thought this story would make a good FML. Me and my boyfriend make a decent living on our own and this situation happened after I had to fork out some money on some unexpected expenses! I do pack my own lunch about 4 out of 5 days and have actually been working on budgeting a lot more! Even reading Dave Ramsey's Total Money Makeover.. I have definitely noticed a lot of money saved by not eating out as much as I used to!

Also, the post is supposed to say them* and not him. I work in an office with 4 other women and I'm not sure why I put him LOL

I'm with you!! No shame in it. I usually don't try to lie though. They usually understand and have no problem covering, knowing that it's my turn next time when I have the funds.

Sell your car

Although that's a great idea #94, I can't do that. I live in Wasilla, Alaska and we don't have a whole lot of public transportation options. Not to mention the weather doesn't make for wonderful conditions to walk or ride a bike.. I live about 15 mins away from my work (driving). Plus my car isn't in wonderful condition right now so I don't think I could get a whole lot of money for it anyways.

Take lunch from home if you're so worried about money, duh

You have a job so save money on the side?

No need to feel ashamed about having no money, especially nowadays. I can barely afford my groceries some days, let alone go out to eat!