loserface23
United States
Today, my boyfriend of two years asked me to marry him so that we can consolidate our student loans. FML
Collection
Thanksgiving
Questions about your love life, a burnt turkey and the cousin who knows everything: Thanksgiving, a contact sport.
Same thing different taste
weddinggirl
This FML is from back in 2010 but it's good stuff
Germany
So touching…
Today, my boyfriend of five years finally asked me to marry him. He said, "We could save on taxes if we got married… What do you think?" That was the most romantic thing he's said to me in the last two years. FML
A bit cowardly?
Today, my boyfriend of two years asked his friend to propose to me for him, because he was too nervous to do it himself. FML
Anonymous
This FML is from back in 2016 but it's good stuff
Middleboro, United States
So romantic
Today, my boyfriend proposed to me by handing me a ring and saying, "Let's get this dumb shit over and done with." FML
justthinkofyourhand
Salida, United States
Today, after five years of dating, my boyfriend finally proposed to me. The words "just think of the tax breaks" were uttered. FML
ollie_ollivia
United States
Today, my boyfriend of two years proposed to me. Less than two minutes later, he decided he wasn't ready for the commitment. After I had already said yes. FML
Rolax
France
Today, my boyfriend came up with this thrillingly romantic proposal: “I’m paying way too much income tax. How about we get married?” FML
Anonymous
United States
Today, my boyfriend of 4 years proposed to me. I said yes and he gave me an engagement ring. He immediately went to call his mom to tell her the happy news. After the phone call, he asked if he could return the ring because his mom needed money. FML
undanya__four
Bristol, United Kingdom
Today, my boyfriend told me he's prepared to commit to marriage, but only if I buy my own ring and tell everyone he surprised me with it. FML
Anonymous
United States
Today, my boyfriend of over two years said he wants to get married before he leaves for basic training. Not because he loves me, but because he'll get paid more if he's married. This is the only time he's been excited about marriage. FML
neverdatingagain
Lake Oswego, United States
Today, after three years of dating, my boyfriend finally proposed. To my best friend. FML
Top comments
bco12 0
"No." It's that simple.
LifeIsntPerfect 0
Not gonna lie, I'd probably smack my guy if he said that... Just ouch. Not even CLOSE to a good reason to get married.
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Comments (127)
oligopsony 0
If you DO wanto to spend your lives together, then you SHOULD time the legal marriage around financial concerns. Obviously if you break up it won't be worth your hassle; judge the costs and benefits accordingly. Marriage is first and foremost a legal institution; that's why you should never marry earlier than you're ready to commit and never later than when you acquire major joint assets.
on_a_boat 0
LMAO!!! This is probably the only reason my boyfriend and I would get married :) Although I'm sorry for you if marriage really means a lot to you...
christopherlove 0
So a guy you love enough to still be with him after two years turns out to be smart and practical, has a sense of humor about it, AND is willing to spend the rest of his life with you. Oh, poor you! I really like #78. I need to find somebody like her.
Shadic 0
So what? The economic advantages of being married are a genuine one. If you want the romantic bullshit on top of that, just consider it a civil thing and go do your "real" marriage later. People making a big deal out of things are the reason so much is wrong with the world.
anonymrs 0
DON'T DO IT
cvince86 0
lol I think he's kidding. Sounds like something I'd say to get a reaction.
wroughtinfire 0
Thank you #52. Really though. Check the finances before you do anything like this. Let's not compound idealism with stupidity.
kitkatkelly 0
How romantic. I'd be wary if I were you.
MajorTom85 0
Bum-mer.... I recall approving this one when moderating.
turdburgers 0
Tell him that's not a sufficient reason for you to get married. Was that so difficult?