Today, it's my sixteenth birthday. I was hoping to get a car. Instead, my parents got me a three month membership at the gym so I can lose weight. 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, it's my birthday. My mom got me a gym membership and a bunch of clothes that are a few sizes too small. FML
Today, it was my 16th birthday. My surprise was a new car, that is now in the side of the garage because my mom lost control while driving it around front. FML
Today, it's my sixteenth birthday and my mom promised me she'd buy me a car. She came home with a toy lego car. FML
Today, it's my sixteenth birthday. The only gift I got was from myself: a positive pregnancy test. FML
Today, for my birthday, my friend bought me a book on how to lose weight. FML
Today, it was my birthday. Some 17 year-olds will receive cars as presents from their parents. Mine, however, booked me a plot in the local graveyard. FML
Today, it's my sixteenth birthday. The only gift I got was a bill from my parents. Apparently, the rent is due on the 1st. FML
Today, my mom signed me up for Weight Watchers as a surprise birthday present. FML
Today, my parents gave me fat burner pills for my birthday. FML
Today, for my birthday, my friends and family gave me: A Wii Fit, a free year at the gym and a book of diet recipes. They didn't consult with each other. I've asked for "something corresponding to me". FML
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xOpheliacx 0
Well I don't have a car, OR membership to a gym, and I'm eighteen. I'd be happy with either.
incognito_fml 0
You shouldnt have expected them to give you a car. Youd be pretty lucky if you got a car and its not as if your parents are obliged to give their 16 year old a car. Take the gym membership. Be grateful
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Mommymargaret 0
I have a comment for #19 and the post-ee~ #19 - You shouldn't hate those who parents bought them a car in highschool. You can't tell me that if daddy was like "want a car for your birthday? :D" you would've turned him down! For my 17th birthday I asked for a tongue ring and my dad was like "if you don't get the tongue ring, I'll buy you a car" - So I never asked for a car; never even expected a car, but I did not turn down the offer to get on for free. I appreciate what my parents have done for me. I used to be a spoiled little brat and when I was, I did not get much but now I do get nice gifts, because they know I appreciate it and take care of it. I will also state that I do not think a 16 year old should have a car. I dont think a seventeen year old should get a car! It took me about 3 years later until I was able to actually take care of it (blind spots suck!). Like what others have said, be lucky your parents got you something :( My boyfriend's parents didn't even wish him a happy birthday on his. And don't expect such large gifts! Not only that, just because they got you a gym membership doesnt mean they think you're fat! I go to the gym to stay in shape, not because I think I'm fat. I just think you're reading much more into it than you should. Appreciate your parents and what they do for you! *rant done :) *
rkwlnvrdy13 0
what the hell is your problem?! you should be happy you got anything
Sgt_Schadenfreud 0
"Hoping" to get a car?
newb_01 0
i agree with mostly everyone on here, you're extremely ungreatful. once you grow up, maybe you'll realize that a car at 16 isn't the best idea and maybe you'll appreciate the things your friends and family do for you a little more.
shorgenfunkel 0
#63: Just putting weight is inconclusive. They should have to put their body fat percentage. Not only would it put things in perspective, but it would also cut down on the number of stupid "I'm fat and I need attention!" FMLs!
TerAki 0
bawww, i am fat and my parents didn't get me a car that i don't have to earn myself like i should. fml
MJC84 0
Well then I guess its' time to lose weight eh? Smart parents.
RNCftw 0
"my parents dont spoil me FML" geez.
simplysmile 0
PEOPLE. this FML is about her getting a gym membership "so she would lose weight". NOT because she didn't get a car. At 16, your self confidence is already lagging and when parents give you a gym membership for that sole reason...and as a SIXTEENTH birthday present, it can feel like a big slap in the face. Also, for all of you rude, inconsiderate jerks who says she deserves it and to "stop crying"....have a heart for the love of god.
InsaneOblongata 0
Your parents are awesome. @ #72 totally! what a spoiled brat!