Work: Undervalued

Undervalued

By Franco - 10/04/2009 14:07 - United States

Today, I was sent to an elementary school for safety day. One of the dads was asking about my job, when I told him about the long hours and high stress involved. He turned to his son and said, "Now see why you stay in school?" I'm a paramedic. With a bachelor's degree. FML

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You deserved it 3 145

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By daddy'sgirl - 21/06/2012 04:11 - United States - Memphis

Today, I was lecturing my high school students on the importance of a good education. I pointed out the janitor in the hall and told them if they didn't stay in school, they'd end up like him. Then one of my students raised her hand and reminded me that the janitor I pointed to was her dad. FML

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You deserved it 75 432

By Stupidteach - 11/11/2009 12:47 - United States

Today, I asked my father for some help paying my college tuition. He told me he'd help me after I become more accredited than he is. My father has 2 PHDs. I'm studying to be an elementary school teacher. FML

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By helen_ - 23/04/2009 15:51 - United States

Today, I had to go to my 10 year-old son's school to talk about my job being a chef. As I was almost finished, I asked the kids "What would you like to do when you grow up?" Without hesitation one kid replied with a straight face, "Anything but being a douchebag like you." FML

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By Anonymous - 26/02/2016 08:37 - Australia - Wilston

Today, I went to visit my dad for the first time in over a year, as I have been studying for my Master's degree in history halfway across the world. The first thing he said to me? "So, gotten a real job yet?" FML

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You deserved it 3 308

By Anonymous - 24/10/2011 04:22 - United States

Today, after my son graduated from nursing school which I, as a single parent, paid for with blood, sweat, and tears, during his grad party he was asked what his next step was. His response was, "Eh, I kinda realized I hate nursing." FML

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You deserved it 3 703

By lamb-chop - 02/12/2008 06:32 - France

Today, my philosophy teacher asked me about my parents. I replied that my mum was a cleaner and my dad was a bus driver. In an astonished voice, she said, "But, you're clever..." FML

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You deserved it 2 460

By GT716 - 07/04/2009 12:50 - United States

Today, I was at work at a local hot dog chain. A child (about 10, who I've seen there before) came in to order food for his Dad. He orders very excitedly, and I told him he'd be a great worker here when he gets older. He said "oh no, my Dad says I'm too smart to work in a place like this." FML

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You deserved it 13 931

Pants on fire

By Jamie - 04/04/2009 14:42 - United States

Today, I was at working at Burger King as a cashier. A girl I met last night came in and said, "Aren't you that guy from last night?" Last night, I had told her I was going to medical school and was going to be a doctor in less than a year. FML

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You deserved it 154 531

By Cop-er-Pot - 16/10/2017 16:00

Today, I realized that my work life is far less stressful than my home life. I'm a cop. FML

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You deserved it 306

By Lily - 21/02/2009 11:22 - United States

Today, I came to school late because I had to drop off my daughter at school. When I got on campus, the security told me I was late but I said, "Oh no, I work here." and he said, "Oh like I haven't heard that one before." And he took me to detention. My boss, the Principal, had to bail me out. FML

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Friday 10 April 2009 20:01

That sucks man. I always wanted to be a Paramedic when I was a kid. I think you guys do great work. **** this ignorant guy.

balanceMMX 0

Friday 10 April 2009 20:03

not really a FML... it just wasn't explained enough for the dad to know what you were talking about. we're all thankful for your hard work as a paramedic, though- thank you

Comments

queenj 0

Friday 10 April 2009 20:11

FHL! Hes an ignorant asshole.

liveitlearnit 0

Friday 10 April 2009 20:12

Thank you for choosing your career. People like you have saved many people I love.

QiScorpion 0

Friday 10 April 2009 20:12

i agree with number 9. If you're ever called out to help him, take your time and say "maybe i should have stayed in school!" Paramedics do some of the best work on the planet. They're right up there with firefighters and the police* in terms of people who do the best work and get paid the least. You're doing a good job, keep doing it and do it well. *unless the police in the USA get paid loads. they don't here in the UK

USMC0331 0

Wednesday 17 August 2011 7:18

They don't get paid shit

lawlwhut 5

Sunday 4 September 2011 5:03

I deem you wise.

Drunkbunny 2

Friday 10 April 2009 20:13

I started out as a paramedic and got called "ambulance driver" all of the time - pissed me off. I later got my bachelors in nursing, and am working on my Master's degree but to this day the hardest thing I ever did was paramedic school. Just comfort yourself in the knowledge that you make more difference in the world in one week at your current job than that guy will make his entire life.

Inspired22 11

Friday 10 April 2009 20:14

Screw him. Be proud of what you do! And seriously, what is he saying? Go to school so you won't have to get a job that actually requires effort? Lazy ass! Any job worth doing is gonna take work!