Today, at work, I asked a lady how she was doing. When she replied, I didn't understand her, and instead of asking her what she'd said, I just replied with, "Oh, that's good." What she'd said that I didn't understand was that her husband had just died. 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, at work, I misheard a customer telling me a story. To be polite, I did a slight laugh and nodded my head. She actually told me her mum had died. FML
Today, while at work, I asked an older customer how he was doing. He told me that he'd just lost his wife. I gave my condolences before he clarified that his wife was not dead, but was lost in Walmart. FML
Today, I was working as a nurse, and an elderly man had just passed away. As the patient's wife was leaving she said, "Thank you for taking such good care of my husband." Then I, intending to say "Sorry for your loss," said "Thank you for your loss." FML
Today, I went into work and noticed one of my fellow colleagues had a large bunch of flowers on her desk. As soon as I saw her, I immediately said, "Happy Birthday!" Everyone went quiet. It wasn't her birthday; her father had died. FML
Today, I was having coffee with an old friend I hadn't seen since university. I asked about her husband; she replied, "He died" and walked off. I was confused, so I stood up and took off after her. She then reminded me that I was at his funeral, and then slapped me in the face. FML
Today, I ran into an old friend, and she asked me how I was doing. I replied, "Still alive!" like I always do. I forgot both of her parents recently passed away. FML
Today, I was at a party and saw an old friend from college. I went up to her asking how she was and how her family was. She went on to tell me that her husband left her a month ago and started crying. I told her that he was an ass anyway and that she didn't need him. Turns out he died. FML
Today, I asked a colleague what part of town he was from. After explaining, he went on to say how much his wife loved the house and its location. That was of course until she died and soiled herself in their bed one night, which he didn't realise until the next morning. Sorry for asking. FML
Today, I ran into an old friend. I asked her how she was doing, then asked, "And your mum?" Just as the words escaped my lips, I remembered her mum died a few years ago. Trying to save face, I messed up again and blurted, "She still in the same graveyard?" FML
Today, I told a co-worker to "lighten up, and stop wearing black all the time, it makes you look depressed." I didn't know his father had died the week before. FML
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marinus_fml 20
ydi. never just nod and agree. that's like signing a contract without reading it first.
DudeBTM 8
Today, I got asked how I was doing. Still affected from my husband's death, I told the worker about it. They just replied with "Oh, that's good". FML
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Comments (66)
shreena112 0
omg that's horrible!
Bcaw 0
ydi for being a midget
un_nomable 6
I see the comments that survived clearly make no sense so I might have missed something not important but I am curious-how does being tiny make someone deaf now, O.o
breenarae25 0
learn to speak English op!!!
turkeymonster39 0
#11&14 = made my day:)
EffinAhole 0
Op- couldn't you tell it wasn't good by her facial expression? I'm sure she didn't share this information with a big smile on her face.
madarchod 0
that's why communication is imp, dnt assume u retard
drcool41 0
fyl that happens to me all the time
drcool41 0
fyl that happens to me all the time
shreena112 0
#42, you suck for not wanting to get married to him!
marinus_fml 20
ydi. never just nod and agree. that's like signing a contract without reading it first.
Mortanious 0
That's a good way of explaining it.
xxniteskie 1
Does anyone actually ever sit and read contracts through though? That's like reading the "Warning" label.
marinus_fml 20
no no, I mean like you do in contract law. I don't mean just the usual terms of services..
xxniteskie 1
OooOoh okay. That makes more sense, because I've never personally met someone who actually sits and reads before scrolling down and clicking " I agree." haha =P
marinus_fml 20
lmfao I know right?! it's Like every now and again you have to accept iTunes new terms and conditions when downloading apps...and then it's like 58 pages of reading.. I was like WTF no one gonna read that shit ><
xxniteskie 1
Seriously! I understand it's required for legal issues but come on...There needs to be a condensed version so reading it can be more realistic -_- I know it's way different, but it kind of reminds me of when movies flash that page-long legal thing right before it starts. You know, the one up for a whole .5 seconds where you can read the first 4 words? I know, different, but my mind just associates. =P
pwincessa23 1
hahaha one of the firtst!!! lol ydi
hellyeahmirjam 2
wow,
nikkibeez 0
so sad :( ... I do that all the time also, not understanding what someone says and just smiling and nodding. I guess I shouldn't do that anymore.. you kinda deserve it though OP.
StrictlyMCH 0
I live in great neck what part of LI you from
InDenial 6
Stalker alert!
jakii_ 0
lol agreed
StrictlyMCH 0
not a stalker she just looks fuckable
IIFoxII 0
boo hoo , tell her to get over it
katiebove 0
wtf.
FMLkoala 28
#6 Wtf is wrong with you! Maybe I should murder your partner and see if you like it bitch
MAGNAVOX 0
Dang that sucks OP! I've done that before, but it was a fiancé that died. The girl left the store crying:(
jakii_ 0
D: you make women cry
edenclaire 0
oh poor lady :(
xcl0wdx 0
cool story bro
Cinn_fml 23
Ouch. Next time, just nod, it can look like you're just digesting information if you do it right. But it's far worse for her, poor woman.
xxniteskie 1
I normally just lift my eyebrows a little and say "Oh really?" with no distinct expression and wait to see the facial expression accompanied by their response. ^.^ Then you at least know which general direction to head to finish the coversation.
jakii_ 0
yeah i do that too. or just nod and say "mhmm"