Today, my husband called me from the store, trying to decide whether or not to buy the new games console he's been wanting. I'd already purchased one and hid it, ready for Christmas Day. I couldn't talk him into not buying himself one. There goes a $500 surprise. FML
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Dead leaves, the first cold of the season and an umbrella flipped inside out: fall, the season of grace.
Today, I came home after doing some Black Friday shopping for Christmas presents. I told my husband I got the must-have toy our daughter has been dying for. As soon as I said it, I heard squealing and turned around to see her standing right behind me. There goes the surprise. FML
Today, I was out shopping with my son and unbeknownst to me, he had secretly added a bunch of expensive games he wanted to the trolley. I was too embarrassed at the till to make a fuss as there was a huge line behind me. I watched as my normal £50 shopping bill climbed to over £400. FML
Today, it's my husband's birthday. I tried to buy him a new computer game, to which he complained. I cooked him steak and his favorite cake, and got him another nice gift instead. Hours later, his online friends bought him a new game and it was the only time I saw him genuinely smile. FML
Today, my mom and I went to Best Buy for some Christmas shopping. She picked up some presents for me and told me not to look at what she was buying. When we got to the register, she didn't have enough money, and I ended up having to buy my own presents. FML
Today, in an effort to try and be closer to my girlfriend's son, I bought him an expensive Xbox game I know he desperately wanted so we could play it together. He was excited, until he realised that I that paid for it. He snapped the disc and threw the pieces in the bin. At least I tried. FML
Today, just like every other celebratory day (like my anniversary or birthday) I ordered my own Christmas present. My husband doesn't get it. I tried to explain. He openly admits he has no idea what I like and has no interest in learning, but wants me to have something to open so he won't look bad. FML
Today, my fiancé finally was able secure a PS5, which I told him I'd get for Christmas. Due to high demand, I didn't think he'd be able to get it till next week or so. He bought it last night while I was sleeping. I have to pay my car insurance tomorrow. FML
Today, my husband still hadn't gotten me anything for Christmas, so I bought and wrapped my own presents. Then I had my husband write 'to me, from him' on them so that I won't be embarrassed in front of my family on Christmas when it comes time to open presents. FML
Today, I invited my boss and his family over for dinner. As usual, I bought his kids Christmas' presents, nothing too fancy though. This year, he had one more that wasn't here last year. So I just pulled something from under the tree to hand him. He opened it on the spot. It was my son's PS3. FML
Today, I opened my Christmas presents with my husband. One of the things he got me was a ball gag. "Yeah," he said with a grin, "That one's more for me but I didn't wanna buy myself headphones." Cue our son asking me what it was. FML
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shorty6823 28
I'd end up admitting it and ruining the surprise before he bought it.
livinginabook 24
Maybe this time you should have just told him?
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Comments (107)
nowimmad 8
That sucks, I think I would tell him later and return the surprise one.
caitiebug1119 15
Well shit dude, just tell him. There's only a week left. He's not four, you can handle it if the surprise is ruined. Tell him and say "Why the f*** couldn't you wait eight more days?"
pballakev 5
I'm pretty sure that this happened in my store, a guy came in looking for an Xbox one and called his wife to ask if he should get it... After 10 minutes of arguing he finally told me that she had bought it for him for Christmas.
underthesea12 24
return it and get something for yourself
amiewithaj 13
At least you're an Xbox family.
Kaptainawesome 6
Wait until just before Christmas then sell the one you bought for him. All the stores will be out and you could probably sell it for double.
swedeNix 13
Make up a fake Bill and tell him u need to save money:)
AmorVitae93 6
You're such an idiot why didn't you just tell him that you got him one
Dodge4x4Ram 46
Xbox 1 is the obvious choice
itzjstnx 18
shuldve just told him or just return it and get him something else.