Today, because it was our first Christmas as a couple, I was careful to get my girlfriend what I considered to be a very thoughtful gift. She opened it, took one look at it, made a face like I'd just kicked a puppy, and told me that in future it would be better if I just gave her money so she could buy her own presents. FML
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A failed costume, stolen candy and a very real scare: Halloween, the one night when fear is allowed.
Today, I bought my girlfriend a very expensive necklace. I gave it to her thinking she'd be extremely happy. Instead she was mad at me because my gift for our anniversary was better than hers. FML
Today, after buying my girlfriend a $700 bracelet for Christmas, I hinted that I wanted a pair of Oakleys. She told me I shouldn't get her anything and that I should expect even less. FML
Today, I had a very long, complicated talk with my girlfriend. Apparently, since she isn't religious, she doesn't have to give anyone Christmas presents, and yet expects everyone to give her some. She then told me what I should get her. FML
Today, I thought my mom and I could put aside our differences and open our Christmas presents. When she opened mine, she turned to my dad and said she didn't want the present, so I could give it to someone else. 'Tis the season. FML
Today, the girl I have feelings for gave me a really thoughtful handmade gift. She apologized for not buying something. I meant to tell her it’s worth more than anything, or priceless, but my mouth instead said, “It’s worthless." FML
Today, I've been considering breaking up with my girlfriend so I don't have to buy her a Christmas present. FML
Today, it was sister’s birthday. I decided to give her money instead of a present, because I couldn’t come up with a gift idea. When she opened the envelope and took the $100 out, she looked at me and asked me if this was the best I could’ve done. FML
Today, my mom and I went to Best Buy for some Christmas shopping. She picked up some presents for me and told me not to look at what she was buying. When we got to the register, she didn't have enough money, and I ended up having to buy my own presents. FML
Today, just like every other celebratory day (like my anniversary or birthday) I ordered my own Christmas present. My husband doesn't get it. I tried to explain. He openly admits he has no idea what I like and has no interest in learning, but wants me to have something to open so he won't look bad. FML
Today, my girlfriend came home and announced that she'd just bought a $40 pair of flipflops. She then declared that I wouldn't be getting a birthday gift this year due to budget shortfalls. For hers a month prior, I'd got her a $300 piece of jewelry. FML
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nitsud82 14
ok, with a post like this I have to know, what did you get her?
TacoTheDank 27
Wow that is super harsh (but at least she's being honest), but still, FYL...
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honestjane 22
Did you get her a gym membership and/or diet supplements? Unless your present could be construed as a negative comment on how she looks, I can't imagine what would illicit such a response. (Unless it was a framed oil painting of your manhood.) We need more info and perhaps specifically ask her what she would like next time.
enginsteve 17
my gf told me that our first xmas as well. So the next xmas I bought her 12 printer cartridges for the wrong printer. We are now engaged!
Artfulkatana 3
I just can't stress how important communication in relationships is. My wife won't surprise me with anything unless I have an idea of what it is in fear of it being in poor taste. You might lose the "fun" of the mystery, but you get to cherish the intimacy of knowing and communicating with someone so deeply. It's a whole different world.
0neiros 14
From now on, only give donations to charity in her name, let's see her bitch about that,
NightKat 25
Maybe next time you could ask her friends to help you shop? My boyfriend consolidated with my mom, sister in law, and my two best friends while picking out my Christmas presents. Gift cards to her favorite places are really nice too.
mywolfie 10
What did you get her?
teechur 15
You know my husband has given me some strike out gifts over our 33 1/2 years together, but he never knows it. You sound like a great guy and you deserve better. There is someone out there who won't care if you DO have bad taste in gifts. She will love you for you, and would never be so tacky as to tell you she'd rather have money than a gift from your heart.
goream2013 6
At least you tried, I wish my man would give me anything other than money or fancy jewelry. I literally have a drawer full of jewels that i don't wear, and can't due to work. Every once and a while (on a weekend) I'll get one out and wear it for a day, but I feel super silly doing so. Just once I would love a heartfelt note, or a small keychain from a movie I love or something. He's the perfect man, but just goes for the default present. Must buy woman sparkly rock. Woman love sparkly rock....
Urpoppy 21
Her next gift should be a nice fat dump job. She's obviously not the girl you're looking for.
lukcy_basartd 11
Run.