Today, for the fifth time since my parents got divorced, my father has decided he doesn't want to pick me up for his weekend because I'm "too responsible to have fun with." FML
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Fall
Dead leaves, the first cold of the season and an umbrella flipped inside out: fall, the season of grace.
Today, after reminding my mother that I couldn't watch my father 5 days a week, she threw another temper tantrum and insisted that her druggie friend, who trusts everyone and drives my dad nuts, could watch him. This is how they are gonna get robbed, so I keep losing time with the husband and kids because of this. FML
Today, my dad yelled at me for being irresponsible while he watched me fold his laundry. FML
Today, I never know who’s going to have my kids during their dad’s weekend. He drops them off with just anyone as he goes partying, but calls the cops if I pick them up early. Last week they were with his girlfriend’s brother; before that it was her uncle, and before that her cousin. All total strangers to the kids. FML
Today, my mom said I was not allowed to spend Father's Day with my dad. When I tried to point out that I'm 24 years-old and she couldn't stop me, she disabled my car. I don't trust rideshare. FML
Today, I had an appointment. After 2 hours of waiting in the sun, my mom finally picked me up and lectured me on how irresponsible my dad was for not communicating with her. Not 5 minutes after I got home, my dad showed up and gave me the same exact lecture about my mom. FML
Today, my parents left on vacation for the week. Taking advantage of my freedom, I was planning on having my boyfriend over. My grandparents just showed up as they "thought I would be lonely." I can't get rid of them. Looks like I'm not having any fun this week. FML
Today, my dad lied and said he was busy working, all because he didn't want to see me. FML
Today, as always, when my dad says he needs my help and that it will only take 15 minutes, it will actually take all day because he doesn't plan ahead. This has happened three times now, so this time I demanded he compensate me for my time if I have to drive out there. He called me an "entitled little shit" and hung up. FML
Today, I decided to visit my dad. I haven't seen him in a while so I wanted to give him another chance to be an actual dad to me. Apparently, getting drunk and getting it on with his girlfriend while I was there was more important than spending time with his daughter, who he hasn't seen in almost a year. FML
Today, as planned, my dad confirmed that he would be flying up to visit me for the weekend. Not planned, however, was that my whiny and high-maintenance sister invited herself along too. There's no way I can dis-invite her without offending my dad. FML
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benhd1 14
Then egg his house, he'll never suspect a thing.
klorehore 24
It's a perfect opportunity to use your powers for evil, he'll never suspect you since you're the responsible one!
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Comments (59)
benhd1 14
Then egg his house, he'll never suspect a thing.
Karen626 8
dont forget to his his car too.
s0m3guy2010 21
1- At least until the ultra-responsible OP leaves a note claiming responsibility.
dancinwookie 21
Saran wrapping people inside their homes works too. You'll need the big rolls they use at restaurants, but it's truly a sight to behold. Then sit outside his house. FORCE that mf-er to hang out with you.
not_a_robot 15
Or the ol' glass pane outside the front door trick. Works every time.
beannlove 7
loosen up a bit, try pranking him to also get him back
QQmore_fml 18
Sounds like your father hasn't dropped his college mentality...
persianjr 15
Yea now we know why the why there was a divorce. What a horrible dad.
ileenefudge 29
What an asshole. Being a responsible person is a good thing OP.
wallandpiece 16
There's also nothing wrong with having a bit of fun. Being responsible is a good thing, but not past the point where you become a boring person because of it
CrookedCook 14
@27 OK let's say OP was an incredibly boring person, that still doesn't mean the dad should ditch his child.
klorehore 24
It's a perfect opportunity to use your powers for evil, he'll never suspect you since you're the responsible one!
GrinchFu1 27
Sounds like your dad is going through some sort of midlife crisis... Maybe trying to reclaim his youth!?! Try having some fun with the guy. It'll be some great bonding time and the responsible side of you can help keep him out of too much trouble!
BellaBelle_fml 23
For a Grinch you're pretty insightful and gave some sound advice. The OP would be wise to follow your suggestions.
GrinchFu1 27
Oddly enough, I was given the nickname Grinch years ago because I was a heartless bastard, lol. Used to be a pretty angry guy... Then I realized I was wasting my life away. Turned things right around. Now I'm a pretty nice ****** guy :-) haha
BellaBelle_fml 23
Good for you! I was a pretty bitter and angry person due to growing up with abuse. It took my now husband telling me that I was a bitch for me to realize that he was right and I needed to change that. He didn't call me a bitch to be mean or hurtful. It was more him trying to help me see how much of a jerk I could be to people so that I could change that behavior. He knew that I wasn't really a bitch and never really wanted to hurt anyone. I was just behaving like that as a sort of a defense mechanism to prevent getting too close to people so I wouldn't be hurt by them. But he saw right through that and helped me to trust people again.
Sir_ND_Pity 35
He doesn't know you are responsible for fun ;D his loss! FYL, OP!
glki 7
And why did they get divorced?
lilhellian 27
Because aliens took one of them to their homeworld and left an evil clone.. Duh! It was so obvious!
SystemofaBlink41 27
You gotta learn to read between the lines #8
lonewolf621 17
Im sorry OP but your dad needs to grow up and take responsibility for his actions.
anythingmustbe 18
Too responsible to have fun with? He has given you a blank cheque to have some fun. You are unrestricted you can do all the things you have dreamed of doing! Walk around the house naked, turn the music up full blast, raid the fridge! The world is your oyster.