Today, whilst on a phone interview with a college I really want to go to, my mother picks up the other line and shouts into the phone "She's not going to college, she's lazy and she'll only disappoint you." The interviewer hung up before I could say anything. 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, my mom called while I was at a job interview. I ignored the call, but the interviewer was so offended by the fact I'd rudely left it on at all, that he threw me out. I found out from my mom later that she'd called to wish me good luck. FML
Today, I checked my inbox and realized I got an email from a potential employer, saying they were having trouble getting a hold of me by phone. They called while my mom was using my phone to look up directions to a place, and she answered, kindly hanging up when they asked for me. FML
Today, my mom called and told me I got accepted to my first-choice college. I got really excited and asked her to read me the letter. As she started to read it, she said, "Oops... uh, nevermind." FML
Today, my mom called 5 times and I didn't pick up due to being in class at college. I was later called to the front desk, where my mom was crying. She said she was worried about me because I didn't say "I love you" to her after she dropped me off at college. FML
Today, I told my wife I had a huge Zoom interview and could not be disturbed under any circumstances. Nevertheless, she called her mom, got into a screaming argument the interviewer could clearly hear, then came into my office to cry on my shoulder. She doesn't understand why I'm furious with her. FML
Today, I was at a job interview when my phone started ringing. It was my mom, so I quickly hit "Ignore", which was probably for the best since she was obviously drunk. She left a voicemail in which she sang "Happy Birthday" to me. It's not my birthday. FML
Today, I called my mother to tell her about my terminal cancer diagnosis. She responded with, "What makes you think I care at all?" before hanging up. FML
Today, I found out that my mom called my boss informing him that I am a little behind on some college projects. She felt he should know that she fears I might not be able to graduate on the planned date. My boss had already offered me a permanent job. I may not get that job now. FML
Today, my mother once again called me to remind me what a disappointment I am despite having two degrees, a house, a professional job and having never been unemployed at 25. FML
Today, while I was sitting in the living room with my mother, my phone rang. She immediately exclaimed, "I'm not calling you! Why is it going off?" She was serious. My own mother doesn't believe people talk to me. FML
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Connect 10
That's tough. Time to move out. Or push mama down the stairs.
SerpentBoy 8
It's too bad we all have cordless phones now, you could've used the cord to strangle her.
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Comments (152)
Vidrill 22
Why would a mother sabotage her child like that? It's hard to say out of context, you either did something pretty bad to her, too or she is a total bitch...
mangoboy1 19
I think she doesn't want her to go away to college and just wants her to stay home and be taking care of her mom .or maybe she doesn't like to see her growing up.or maybe the mom never went to college and doesn't want her daughter to be more successful than she is like that mom in another FML who didn't want her daughter to be skinnier than herself.
rasta76 9
if at first you don't succeed try, try again. this time use a friends house phone or try when your mom is not there.
perdix 31
You're phoning in the interview? Both you and the college are lazy, so you'd probably be a perfect match. It's a shame that both of you are too lazy to make the effort to call back.
shorty6823 28
It could a college that's not within reasonable driving distance for only an interview
ChazzyWazzy1998 10
Not necessarily perdix, the college might be in another state, therefore it is much easier to communicate over the phone. Just saying, I could be wrong though!!:-)
perdix 31
#40, my dad and I drove from Ohio to Texas to interview at the college I wanted to go to. Kids, today!!! You got it easy . . . now get off my lawn!
notjanedoe 27
Your DAD drove with you to the college? Seems you are the one who got it easy. Somehow I doubt the OP's mother would lift even one finger to help her daughter.
CharresBarkrey 16
"I really like this college... But it's all the way over there... Nah, forget it." Reminds me of an episode of The Office when Kevin wanted to compliment Michael, but he was too far away.
perdix 31
#52. We split the driving and I was just 17. It was a hell of a long drive. My Dad was great and the OP's mother sucks. At least, we have agreement there.
sjonnemans 3
#54: bet you got denied anyways huh? that's why your soul is so dark...
perdix 31
#55, no, I got in and had a great time! My life didn't turn into an ongoing series of FMLs until later.
ChibiChibi_fml 28
Perhaps, the OP doesn't not have the money to make a long distance trip to the school for just for the interview? Gas is expensive. Plus it's possible that the OP doesn't have a vehicle yet that could make the distance. Possible issues for someone who may be doing something like, oh, saving up for college when they have a mother who is clearly not going to be helpful for such things.
mega20913 8
this made me laugh..but I'm so sorry OP..I know how you must feel...picking a college is a scary but also exciting time..and to have your chance at your dream college taken away is so unfortunate
lilhellian 27
In what way is this funny at all.. Op should drop kick the mum..
WCARlover 35
Hey OP, in case you weren't aware already, your mom is a dick
KiddNYC1O 22
"Eat a dick, stingray."
mega20913 8
And why would the interviewer even pay attention to your mom? for all he/she knew, your mom could have been playing a cruel joke which should have had no bearing on you... I would call the school and explain the situation
burningpassion69 6
Kill the bitch
Needafarm 22
Should have used a cell phone. Your mom couldn't pick up the other line on YOUR personal cell phone.
Psycho_Babydoll 26
If she'd used a cell phone, chances are the battery or credit would have run out and then everyone would be clicking YDI. Murphy's Law said so.
vbmg152 19
Why in the world would she do that? Can't you call them & apologize, tell them she's mentally unstable or something?
Lac2501 2
Are you trying to prove her wrong by using the term "whilst"?
DanielleinDC 34
"Whilst" is a bit archaic and a bit of a British affectation, which is odd in someone who lives in the U.S., but it's not incorrect. As for you, OP, your mom sounds truly rotten. Some mothers are not above sabotaging their children for whatever reason. If you can call the woman back, apologize and let her know that your mom is completely off base here.