Today, after months of planning the perfect night with my brother, who was coming home for two weeks from the military, he cancelled because he "missed his dog". FML
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Today, after I had planned a romantic weekend for my boyfriend and me, with an itinerary of dinner, events and outings, it got cut short when he had to have his cat put down, which he had for 12 years. FML
Today, my boyfriend came home from being deployed for the past 3 months. As soon as he gets out of the car, he walks right past me and goes to hug his dog. FML
Today, after over a month of planning, my friend had to cancel her first night out in over a year. Why? Because her "perfect" fiancé didn't want to, and started sulking when she tried to, so decided to put off letting her go out for a few more months. Apparently, it's my fault this happens. FML
Today, my brother's life was ripped apart. His wife has chosen to no longer be his wife and is trying to keep his dog as well. My brother has always been proud of his family and hopeful for the future. He will spring back, but this came out of left field. FML
Today, my girlfriend canceled our date I've been looking forward to all week because her dog was having puppies. She doesn't have a dog. FML
Today, my fiancé left for a 6-month deployment overseas. I waved him away, came back inside alone, and cried. I know this is what I signed up for, but the cat could've shown more sympathy than staring at me and walking away. FML
Today, my brother was going to get some drinks for a party we were going to. After getting the drinks, he ended up leaving me at home while he went and got drunk like never before. FML
Today, it's been a week since my brother asked me to watch his dog while he's on a business trip. I let his dog out to do his business, and he ran right in front of a pickup. The driver didn't stop in time, and crushed the dog's head. I went to check on him. He's dead, and I will be too when my brother gets back. FML
Today, I knew my relationship was basically over when my boyfriend invited me over, and I was more excited about seeing his dog than seeing him. FML
Today, my boyfriend begged me to spend an extra night at his house. I agreed, cancelled my Uber, and arranged for my pets to be cared for, since I wasn't coming home. Five minutes later, he decided that he had to work tonight instead. Then he got angry at me for leaving. FML
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TheNewGuy03 29
Not sure if he just got back from deployment, but his mind might be all over the place. Deployments (and military life in general) can be pretty stressful. Also, does he actually know about this perfect night you planned? I have to ask.
farmgirl98 14
Military life isn't easy OP, give your brother a break. This leave is only two weeks, which probably doesn't seem like much to him when he's been deprived of comforts, like his dog. I'm sure he wants to see you, but it's important to let him have some time to himself first.
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CRC_101 31
Hey, he's only home for 2 weeks from *his* service *in the military.* Let him do what he wants. I'm sure he'll want to spend time with you at some point - although for future reference, you might want to make it clear what elaborate plans you have if you want to make sure someone follows through without involving guilt-tripping.
Tank_4life_ 2
I would have done that lol??
GreedyGreedo 10
This was meant to be a reply, but Idk how to delete it. Please disregard.
hellphone_fml 37
I tried to explain this to my mom when I was gone. While away I can talk/message her, but not to my dog. So when I get back I enjoy seeing her but, I enjoy my pets even more.
tcg14e 6
I know when I went home for my 2 weeks during deployment the one thing I wanted was to sit on my ass and relax. realise that he is prolly working 90+ hours a week while he is deployed. so when we get those two weeks it's very important to us to rest up so we can go back physically and more importantly mentally rested and prepared. also if your plan was to take him out to a public setting that doesn't always appeal. ever since deployment I am very uncomfortable with being in crowds. especially if it's a group of strangers and there is a lot of noise and commotion. it's so bad I literally do not enjoy myself when I go out most of the time anymore. so just give him time to unwind
Kramer1998 20
Its not like he prioritizes the dog over you, but he probably feels more detached from the dog because you probably talked to him a lot while he was away, and the dog couldn't say anything, so he feels like he's been away from the dog a lot longer
Tiny_Nerd 14
That sucks OP. Just try to go easy on your brother. The military is really stressful and very fast paced. People miss different things when they're away for a long time in that kind of environment. For some people they want to get out and party. Some people just want down time when they don't have to do anything. Some people don't even want to be anywhere near crowds or places with other people. A lot of people miss their fuzzy companions. Try not to take it as a rejection OP. He could call you, your parents, his SO, but there's no way to connect to a pet while your away really. Military life is very stressful and if he's one of those people who responds to that stress by just wanting down time wanting the company of his dog right away is completely understandable. I don't know if you want suggestions or not, but here's one that may help in the future. Next time try keeping your plans flexible, as in you can do them another day. As the day gets closer for your brother gets back ask him if he'd like to do things or if he just wants some down time immediately upon returning.
VictoriaT519 18
OP, you gotta understand the fact that when you're away from a dog, it feels like forever to them. You cannot feel any better love from anything else, plain and simple. A dog's love is the purest of things left on this earth. That being said, don't chastise him for wanting to see his companion, who relies on him for life and comfort and love. Honestly if I were in your brother's position, I'd do the same thing. I have two huskies at home, and I guarantee I'd miss them just as much. So, basically, let him be with his companion. He's not saying he's never coming to hang with you, he just took one night to see his dog. Source: I'm an active duty Marine.
TehButterz 8
The dog is a mans best friend
radiocc 2
did he just get back from deployment? im in the mi loo itary, and regardless if you deploy to a warzone or not it can be very stressful on deployment. earlier in my career i wanted to go home to family asap when i got back but now i just take a couple weeks to myself to give me time to unwind and not deal with the obligations of seeing everyone. he might be the same way.