Today, I was offered a job that pays far more than I expected, being a high school senior. My parents decided they aren't letting me take the job, saying I should enjoy my childhood. They're also not paying for my college, which is why I was looking for work in the first place. FML
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Halloween
A failed costume, stolen candy and a very real scare: Halloween, the one night when fear is allowed.
Today, I was worried because it's July and I still haven't found a summer job, despite applying to 50 places. It was fine, because I remembered my savings account. I told my parents. Instead of being relieved, they said they're going to take the money from me for being lazy, and using it for my tuition, despite promising to pay for it. FML
Today, my parents are mad because I turned down a job. It offered below minimum wage to work 12-hour shifts, six days a week, and the list of benefits was less than the occupational hazards. When I showed them what McDonald's was paying and their benefits in comparison, they accused me of being lazy and entitled. FML
Today, I quit my job, mainly because I didn't work enough hours and thus, earn enough money. In the past, they said there isn't any other paid work they could provide. They've now added different tasks, more money, and more hours to the position. I'm helping to find a replacement for a job I would otherwise apply to. FML
Today, I found out that I was denied for work study eligibility by my college. I went to my financial advisor to ask why. It wasn't my grades or attendance. Apparently my father makes too much money for me to get a job at the school. My dad was fired 3 months ago and has been out of work since. FML
Today, I got fired from my job. I worked for my parents. FML
Today, my father's company shut down his branch, leaving him without a job. This is followed by a letter from my school's financial aid office, saying I'm not getting a penny because my family's income level is too high. 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, I finally got the nerve to tell my parents that I'm no longer going to pay them a flat percent of my salary, but only what they need to cover my expenses. Their response: "Better find a place of your own then, you freeloading bastard." FML
Today, I got a better job offer out of the blue, more pay, less work. I informally accepted and handed my notice as legally required. They rescinded the job offer. I'm now unemployed at the end of hiring season. FML
Today, my husband told his parents that he was quitting his job so that he could focus on school. They asked him what he was going to do for money. When I told them that I'd be the one working, they took one look at me and burst into laughter. FML
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Top comments
michaelaranda 28
sit down with your parents and tell them why its important for you to either get a job, or have them pay for your college. its your education, and it is truly important
misspulkadot24 17
Why would any parent STOP their kids from getting jobs? They should be proud of you for thinking ahead and wanting to be responsible. Especially when most kids just want to party and spend their parents money.
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Comments (126)
xs4u 13
ur parents r dumb. dont be like them
Andrew4263 12
take the job anyway
Tbossgirl 3
Take the job anyway you most likely 18 or almost 18
MelonLord1544 11
This is fake, almost EVERY parent cares more of you getting a job than your own childhood. I have experience.
Blavock 12
Your parents are dumb as ****
Missythemini 20
Well, from personal exp. if your parents are like mine, then you'd have to be very sneaky to not upset them. I wouldn't want to be egging OP on about going against the adults if the parents turn around and threaten to throw them out. I have 4 horses, a job, and go to college, paying for it all myself...but I need to be extremely careful to not upset the adults or else I'll end up homeless. Whichever you do, make sure it won't leave you stranded out somewhere.
unholyswiss 19
That's exactly what my mother tried to do when I got accepted into firefighter training, she didn't think I could do it and went to administration to express her displeasure. After jumping through several loopholes to continue I completed the course in the top 15% of my class and was offered a job that summer straight outta highschool. So hopefully you went with your gut and it led you to ample opportunities.
isquaredkeepingitreal 24
I love the "wont let me" part. I had friends like that from high-school, they want to stay living with their parents, but wont listen to their rules. Age means nothing, if you live with them, and they provide for you, you should respect them or move out.