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By Franco - 10/04/2009 14:07 - United States

Today, I was sent to an elementary school for safety day. One of the dads was asking about my job, when I told him about the long hours and high stress involved. He turned to his son and said, "Now see why you stay in school?" I'm a paramedic. With a bachelor's degree. FML

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By daddy'sgirl - 21/06/2012 04:11 - United States - Memphis

Today, I was lecturing my high school students on the importance of a good education. I pointed out the janitor in the hall and told them if they didn't stay in school, they'd end up like him. Then one of my students raised her hand and reminded me that the janitor I pointed to was her dad. FML

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By Stupidteach - 11/11/2009 12:47 - United States

Today, I asked my father for some help paying my college tuition. He told me he'd help me after I become more accredited than he is. My father has 2 PHDs. I'm studying to be an elementary school teacher. FML

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By helen_ - 23/04/2009 15:51 - United States

Today, I had to go to my 10 year-old son's school to talk about my job being a chef. As I was almost finished, I asked the kids "What would you like to do when you grow up?" Without hesitation one kid replied with a straight face, "Anything but being a douchebag like you." FML

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By Anonymous - 26/02/2016 08:37 - Australia - Wilston

Today, I went to visit my dad for the first time in over a year, as I have been studying for my Master's degree in history halfway across the world. The first thing he said to me? "So, gotten a real job yet?" FML

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By Anonymous - This FML is from back in 2011 but it's good stuff - United States

Today, after my son graduated from nursing school which I, as a single parent, paid for with blood, sweat, and tears, during his grad party he was asked what his next step was. His response was, "Eh, I kinda realized I hate nursing." FML

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By lamb-chop - 02/12/2008 06:32 - France

Today, my philosophy teacher asked me about my parents. I replied that my mum was a cleaner and my dad was a bus driver. In an astonished voice, she said, "But, you're clever..." FML

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By GT716 - 07/04/2009 12:50 - United States

Today, I was at work at a local hot dog chain. A child (about 10, who I've seen there before) came in to order food for his Dad. He orders very excitedly, and I told him he'd be a great worker here when he gets older. He said "oh no, my Dad says I'm too smart to work in a place like this." FML

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By Jamie - 04/04/2009 14:42 - United States

Today, I was at working at Burger King as a cashier. A girl I met last night came in and said, "Aren't you that guy from last night?" Last night, I had told her I was going to medical school and was going to be a doctor in less than a year. FML

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By Cop-er-Pot - 16/10/2017 16:00

Today, I realized that my work life is far less stressful than my home life. I'm a cop. FML

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By Lily - 21/02/2009 11:22 - United States

Today, I came to school late because I had to drop off my daughter at school. When I got on campus, the security told me I was late but I said, "Oh no, I work here." and he said, "Oh like I haven't heard that one before." And he took me to detention. My boss, the Principal, had to bail me out. FML

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Friday 10 April 2009 20:01

That sucks man. I always wanted to be a Paramedic when I was a kid. I think you guys do great work. **** this ignorant guy.

balanceMMX 0

Friday 10 April 2009 20:03

not really a FML... it just wasn't explained enough for the dad to know what you were talking about. we're all thankful for your hard work as a paramedic, though- thank you

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TeenTiger 0

Friday 10 April 2009 20:48

paramedics suck, should have been a doctor YDI for not staying in school.

RavensRule97 0

Friday 10 April 2009 20:55

31 and that guy are both douchebags a paramedic is a great profession... god bless you for saving lives

chiaro 0

Friday 10 April 2009 20:56

wow, clearly you were talking to an idiot. what does the idiot do? #31, "should have been a doctor YDI for not staying in school."? Do you have any idea how difficult it is to become a doctor? Imagine going through 4 more years of school after college and working while training with an exam at the end of the year that determines whether or not you repeat that year for 5 years.

chiaro 0

Friday 10 April 2009 20:57

#31 is an idiot for thinking that becoming a doctor happens just from staying in school

chanceuse_fml 0

Friday 10 April 2009 20:57

31 is an ass. So is that man. Don't listen to either of them. Keep up the good work :)

9Squee9 0

Friday 10 April 2009 20:57

So, I'm just curious. Are you sure he wasn't praising you for being a paramedic? Most kids, that I know of, want to know why they have to go to school at that age, so he could've been pointing out being successful. It just doesn't seem like the situation is clear.

ohhhhshizzz 0

Friday 10 April 2009 21:01

#31, you are an asshole. and yeah so was the guy who said that. Oh, #13: I don't respect corrupt officers. But my cousin is a cop, I'd hope she wasn't corrupt(: Yeah, once again that guy was an asshole.

skater847 0

Monday 31 May 2010 20:23

not all cops are corrupt in fact most aren't they are good people serving their community. yay for your cousin for being a female cop.

ozymandias_fml 0

Friday 10 April 2009 21:03

Don't worry. Some day you will complete college and get a better degree.

rick_james_b17ch 0

Sunday 28 June 2009 6:25

you're an ill-informed dumbass

PaperxHearts_xox 0

Friday 10 April 2009 21:05

People are so ignorant sometimes >.< Brush it off; he didn't know what he's talking about. People really should ask before they judge. but thanks for doing all that you do for people, being a paramedic! (:

benhasmash 0

Friday 10 April 2009 21:06

#22 not really trying to call you out but I have friends that have recently graduated with B.A. degrees in accounting, marketing and other fields and due to the state of the US economy they are stuck with retail jobs to be able to pay bills. Next time, think about what types of jobs you would do if you had to provide for yourself, or better yet, your family.