Miscellaneous: Today, I found out I have to give my father-in-law back the football...

By Sal - 05/12/2011 06:57 - United States

Today, I found out I have to give my father-in-law back the football tickets he gave me for my birthday. Why? His girlfriend decided she wanted to go. He didn't get me a different gift. FML

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By bibobobonnor - 28/09/2010 04:40 - Canada

Today, my dad gave me a football signed by my favourite football player. It would've been great, except that I saw my dad sign it in front of me. The worst part is that he denies doing it. FML

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By sneeuwbal - 25/12/2014 18:36 - Belgium - Dilbeek

Today, my girlfriend's dad called to say she wasn't allowed to come with me on a three-day trip on New Year's. He waited until Christmas to say it, even though we booked and paid for the trip nearly a month ago. Now he ruined both holidays. FML

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By Hank - 14/05/2009 14:17 - Canada

Today, I scored two prime baseball tickets from a supplier at work. I phoned my dad to tell him the good news. He said that's great, my brother and him would love to see the game. I said, no, I'm taking you to the game. He told me I was being selfish and hung up the phone. FML

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By festival virgin - 29/05/2013 19:11 - United Kingdom

Today, I gave my boyfriend our festival tickets to keep hold of while I excitedly went home to get ready. He took someone else. FML

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What a catch

By Anonymous - 30/09/2021 02:00 - Australia

Today, rather than get me a birthday present, my boyfriend just got angry that I got gifts from other people. Apparently, it "made him feel guilty." FML

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By Anonymous - 09/11/2013 22:30 - New Zealand - Hamilton

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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It's not just stuff

By Anonymous - 07/07/2025 19:00 - United Kingdom

Today, my almost-mother-in-law demanded I give my engagement ring back because it was originally her great-grandmother's, and she has now decided she wants it to go to her youngest son’s fiancée instead. My fiancé agreed and told me he’d just buy me another. He doesn’t get why I’m so upset either. FML

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By sadSarah - 01/05/2014 09:59 - United States - New York

Today, as I was waiting in line to give my mom her birthday present, my dad gave her the exact same gift I'd also bought for her. FML

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The cat's out of the bag

By Anonymous - 02/04/2023 12:00 - Australia - Taren Point

Today, my partner's mother and I had been planning a little surprise get-together for his birthday. A surprise weeks in the making was ruined by my dad asking, "Aren't you supposed to be going to (his parent's town name) this afternoon?" in front of him. Thanks dad. FML

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By MollyMoodle7 - 22/06/2011 07:11 - United Kingdom

Today, my boyfriend bought me Kings of Leon tickets for my birthday. Since he thought I was irresponsible, he gave the tickets to his mum so I wouldn't lose them. The show is today, and we can't find the tickets. FML

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Hannah_grace1414 12

Monday 5 December 2011 16:21

For his birthday, buy him a hot tub, then say "oh nvm, I think I'll use it instead."

IDontKnow10101 14

Monday 5 December 2011 16:21

That's just not even cool...FYL

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Okayitwasme 0

Tuesday 6 December 2011 2:59

I can relate! Sucks OP!

sweet_hinder 0

Tuesday 6 December 2011 4:27

Sorry but I wouldn't give back crap it's a gift to you seriously why in the heck would you give it back !!!!

FMLinNMI 0

Tuesday 6 December 2011 5:08

at least he's not your father. let's hope his son is a better man.

hateevryone 14

Tuesday 6 December 2011 6:42

don't give him nothing. enjoy your birthday.

NeatNit 32

Tuesday 6 December 2011 7:29

Yeah, don't give it back OP. He's a jerk and you don't HAVE to do anything.

YoshiXclusive 0

Tuesday 6 December 2011 7:41

Should of said "no refunds"

nelsokev 6

Tuesday 6 December 2011 22:30

I wouldn't give it back. That's messed up forget that guy.

A7XRXS 0

Tuesday 6 December 2011 22:38

Stop complaining and give them back I haven't seen family in three years due to military movements just be happy you still have your family with you

ClingyOtter 4

Wednesday 7 December 2011 0:33

No, don't even do that "MY LIFE IS WORSE" crap.

HunterAlpha1 8

Tuesday 6 December 2011 23:23

things like this is why people hate their in-laws.

mxg_123 0

Wednesday 7 December 2011 0:26

You should of hid it! Hahaha

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