Today, I heard my dad complaining that he won't be able to go to a concert, because it's happening on my birthday. This is the first time he's even acknowledged my birthday in over ten years. FML
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Today, I'm mad at my dad for forgetting it's my birthday. He's mad at me for not reminding him. FML
Today, I asked my dad what his plans for Friday were. Apparently, he's going to a concert with my step-mom all evening. It's been their plan for months. Friday is my birthday. That's been set since the day I was born. FML
Today, my dad has gone to two different relatives’ weddings in two different states this month alone. I also found out about his big birthday celebration, his BBQ and his trip to Vegas. I saw it all on Facebook. I’ve not been invited to anything, and he never visits me. I live an hour away. FML
Today, it's my birthday. My father didn't get me a birthday present or do anything for me, and acted as though he only came to visit because it was expected. Yet when it was his birthday a couple months ago, he expected me to take him out and pay for it FML
Today, my brother mentioned my dad's birthday party. I said, "What party?" He said, "Shit, forgot I wasn't supposed to tell you." My own father doesn't want me at his party. FML
Today, it was my birthday. I had an appointment at the dentist and went to do some shopping after that. A while after I got home, I met my dad and he just started complaining that I didn't spend any time with them on my birthday. When I tried to explain to him, he just got angry at me and started yelling. FML
Today, my dad forgot it's my birthday. When I told him about it, he accused me of lying and threatened to ground me for a week. FML
Today, it's my birthday. My dad was supposed to take me to get a tattoo, but instead he went to the bar, got drunk, and told me how I was the biggest mistake he and my mom have ever made. FML
Today, I received a short happy birthday message from my father. He’s never been one to show affection, and I haven’t spoken to him in months since he only reaches out to ask for money. This might have given me hope that he cares or wants a relationship with me. Except… it’s not my birthday, and I don’t think he knows that. FML
Today, it's my 21st birthday. I got a call from my deadbeat dad, who I thought had finally mellowed and had something nice to say. Nope; he just told me I'm 21 years a disappointment, then hung up. FML
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Nyx_fml 23
Just ask him to take you with him! Might be the first birthday present you get from him.
basicperfection 16
At least he's acknowledging it? Although it'd be better to ignore it than complain about it in my opinion
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Comments (56)
imyy 20
Isn't the fact he remembered a good thing?
dmklake 14
OP. why is this an fml? If your dad cancels his concert because of your birthday, I would think he is trying to acknowledge the birthday now. That should make you happy. Just wait and see what happens.
ViktoriaaKills 13
beggers can't be choosers, unfortunately. ;-;
awkwardloveannie 28
if your parents are together maybe your mom won't let him go because its your birthday.
worldclassrager 41
Maybe you two can go to the concert some father daughter bonding time wouldn't hurt...
thelastavailable 13
It doesn't happen often but this is one of those rare occasions on Eff My Life that the OP's life genuinely is effed.
pomicat 2
Aww that sucks :( Have a happy birthday though ^.^
sanecatlady 13
To be honest I think most dads don't even remember their kid's birthdays unless their wife or kids remind them. Like my own dad. For example I'll tell him that I'm planning to come home for the weekend to celebrate my birthday with him and mom and he's like, "Your birthday's coming?" :(
djPanda 8
I'm the least favrot of 3 children I do everything right and get nothing for it I have dyslexia and I'm a.d.d but no one gives a flying **** they just think I'm stupid to be stupid he hasn't noticed you in 10 years try 14 I'm only 17 and it's not just my dad it's everybody I'm used to it and I've been anti social since i was 5 bcuz of all these events I've never had a girlfriend and the only person that wants to spend time with me is my dog remember there's still worst than what I've been through keep that in mind
bibidybobidyboo 2
Honestly, your problem seems more of a "poor me" kind of crap. Yeah being a teenager sucks, yeah your parents don't get you or pay you enough attention. Boo ******* hoo. Sitting there telling people you've had it worse in some sort of messed up my horse is bigger than your horse crap is not gonna get you any sympathy. Buck up and realise that you are 17, if no-one wants to spend time with you at that age it's because of YOU and something you are doing. Stop playing the blame game and being a victim or you'll be miserable forever. I certainly wouldn't want to date someone who's so negative.. To the original poster of the fml, best revenge ever, go to the concert for your birthday...without your father.
zsshamalama 11
well, it shows that he knows when your birthday is and that he considers it more important than going to a concert of his favorite band.