Miscellaneous: Today, my family took me to a wig store saying I wouldn't feel...

By Betrayed - 31/07/2009 09:35 - United States

Today, my family took me to a wig store saying I wouldn't feel so insecure about being bald because of my chemo treatments. When I told them I accepted myself and didn't want a wig, they came out and told me THEY couldn't accept it. My own family is embarrassed of me over something I can't control. FML

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By Tony - This FML is from back in 2010 but it's good stuff

Today, I was fired for having a haircut that was 'inappropriate for the workplace'. I have alopecia. My boss told me to stop making up excuses. FML

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By anon - This FML is from back in 2015 but it's good stuff - United States - Port Saint Lucie

Today, I told my grandma my boyfriend had cheated on me. She told me that it was my fault for not straightening my hair, and for gaining a few pounds. FML

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By Anonymous - 30/01/2016 21:54

Today, my dad decided I was too hairy and taught me to shave. This would be a great bonding experience if I weren't a girl. FML

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By The Towel Molester - 26/01/2012 14:49 - Australia

Today, my family had dinner with my future in-laws for the first time. After a bottle of wine to herself, my mother loudly insisted that I'm out of her will. Apparently, I "molest towels" and leave them to "fester for days" in my "den of depravity". I'm sure they'll give me their daughter now. FML

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Misunderstanding

By vanessa_d15 - This FML is from back in 2009 but it's good stuff - Canada

Today, I was together with a few of my friends when I got up the courage to confess I have an eating disorder. One of my friends then said "... but you're not skinny." FML

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Such a rush

By Embarrassed - This FML is from back in 2013 but it's good stuff - United States

Today, I was getting a spray tan and realized I didn't have a hair tie, so I used a thong instead. I lost track of time and realized I needed to go pick up my daughter. I threw on my clothes, drove to pick her up, went to the store, and went for ice cream... thong still in my hair. FML

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Disbelief

By Anonymous - This FML is from back in 2010 but it's good stuff - Australia

Today, I went on my first date in months. My mum had invited friends over, and when I told them I was going out on a date, my mum said "No you're not, don't lie. Who would go out with you?" FML

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By Anonymous - 19/10/2023 16:25 - United States - Spring

Today, my fiancé's mom was driving me to the store to pick up my wedding dress. A few minutes into the drive, she said the car's tank was nearly out of "Jews" and that she'd have to give it "a whole lotta gas", then chuckled to herself. She's well aware that I'm Jewish. FML

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Why did you tell me that?

By mymomplucksbutthair - This FML is from back in 2013 but it's good stuff - United States

Today, my mom confessed to me that she used to pluck my step-dad's butt hair. I hope the brain-gods delete this obnoxious mental picture. FML

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Fear & Malding

By Shaving it off - This FML is from back in 2018 but it's good stuff

Today, when I showed someone my 9-year old passport, she commented, “You look so different! Now you have that Jason Statham thing going on!” My hair goes down to my shoulders; this confirms that my receding hairline is real and it’s time to come to grips. At least I’m over 30. FML

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Friday 31 July 2009 20:07

Two things: First:congrats for your strenght and courage, half the healing process is a mental one, when you know you're gonna make it, you WILL make it! Keep fighting and it will be allright. Second, maybe what is embarrassing your family isn't your illness but the sheer fact that you're ill and that they can't to anything to help you. It's not something they can themselves battle against and it may hurt them a lot to see you without hair, a constant reminder that even if they are your family they can't protect you from everything.. I don't know how to say it in english but : Je t'envoie plein de bonnes ondes, courage!

Janelle561 0

Friday 2 March 2012 21:21

She has cancer, and all you can comment is you just got owned by your family? Heartless much

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Nandian90 0

Saturday 1 August 2009 1:59

With all respects... To hell with your parents! You are already going through something life-threatening (I would know) If your parents can't accept that then they are really a bunch of assholes!

xoxkarinexox 0

Saturday 1 August 2009 2:14

your fault.

merri_fml 0

Saturday 1 August 2009 2:39

I am so incredibly sorry to hear that poster. This is DEF. a fyl moment, times 100! You have my total sympathy here!

DinoKittE 0

Saturday 1 August 2009 2:43

Join the Bald! they are highly discriminated against... & you seem like a strong well-adjusted person to stop discrimination, since you are comfortable with you're appearance. Embrace & love yourself. Allow your family time to adjust. Realize they are scared, and you are brave. This is not an fyl: you have cancer, yes, but you are embracing it and proving to your family that you are strong. This is not a ydi: Your family will hopefully learn to be as brave as you are, but until then, you just have to realize that they are scared. You are amazing for having the courage to be yourself and not hide behind society's mask (or in this case, wig) of conformity. Good luck, and keep fighting. I know you'll win.

GriefBacon 0

Saturday 1 August 2009 2:48

That sucks. :( Family can be really lame sometimes. I hope that you get better.

Mr_Tuff_Guy 0

Saturday 1 August 2009 2:52

I'm glad too hear you accept yourself :] But your family ******* sucks. :/

ImaBmyLonurTees 0

Saturday 1 August 2009 2:54

Uh I don't know what a slaphead is but u suck at life, douche. OP ur family truly sucks. I hope u get through it, I know chemo is tough. Then I suggest u put as many states between u and ur kinfolk as possible

aaaaa12345_fml 0

Saturday 1 August 2009 3:22

i always feel uncomfortable around people with cancer, especially the bald ones

cheribom 0

Saturday 1 August 2009 3:34

I always figured if I would get cancer and have to have chemo some day, I'd get myself a ton of wacky wigs - Halloween type, like the ones made of sparkly blue tinsel or whatever - and just have fun with it. We laugh so we don't cry, right?