Today, I excitedly told my family that, after years of studying and dedication, I've been awarded a full scholarship to Germany. My mom's reaction was to start sobbing about me becoming a "heathen" and my dad and brother started telling Nazi jokes. 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 discussing my family heritage with my girlfriend's parents. The moment I told them that I came from a German background, her seven-year-old brother pointed at me and yelled, "HITLER!" FML
Today, I received my acceptance letter to one of the most prestigious universities in the US, as well as a nice scholarship. I was so proud of myself, I eagerly showed my dad, hoping he would shed a tear or two. His only words were, "Just get a job so you can get the hell out of my house." FML
Today, I found out my little brother is a highly committed Nazi. He goes to meetings and everything, my parents think it's great he is "getting out and developing a social life." FML
Today, I found out that I was moving to Germany. I'm going to be put back a year in school because of the system change. I also don't speak a word of German. Why? Because my mother wants to brag about this experience to her friends. FML
Today, I was accepted to college and received a scholarship equal to almost half the tuition. After sharing this news with my parents, I spent the next 35 minutes getting yelled at about how I wasn't allowed to go there because my boyfriend might go there. FML
Today, I excitedly told my mom how I got accepted to the master’s program of my dreams. She decided now would be a good time to proudly repeat for the millionth time how she gave up a full ride to the Ivy League to marry my father, and I ought to be a "good woman" and do the same. FML
Today, we had to discuss our heritage at school. When I told the class that I'm German, Japanese, and of the Jewish faith, my teacher laughed at the "irony." Something like this always happens whenever I tell people my background. FML
Today, I got a letter from Yale Law School saying I got a 4 year full scholarship. I called my dad crying and read the whole thing… even the bottom of the letter, which said, "April fools' ! Love, Mom and Dad." FML
Today, I got an offer to study at a good university. My father has been pushing me to apply for years, so I ecstatically broke the news. Instead of congratulating me, he just grunted and delivered the more important news that he's divorcing my mum. Moment ruined. FML
Today, I finally told my father that I was picked on at college all this year over my hearing disability. When I told him one of the jokes they made about me, he burst out into an uncontrollable fit of laughter. FML
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mr_t_07 10
Bet you did nazi that coming :D
Kordellf 8
At least in Germany they won't be within reich.
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Comments (67)
FroggerForReal 11
I seriously don't get how your mom would think you'd become a heathen from attending school in Germany.
kirasant 19
Seriously. OPs mom sounds like a bit of moron. Good job, OP; don't let your idiot family get you down. Go and enjoy your fully paid schooling and the fine country of Germany.
tournamentdecide 33
I don't even see why OP's mom is upset, Germany is a very intelligent country.
tony1891 22
at least you will get away from your parents
ulissey_fml 22
Well, better be prepared for when they meet the boyfriend you are likely to fall in love with over there. I'm sure he will be a Hit... . never mind them, though, you'll love it living abroad. and that may well broaden their minds too !
lilbillXD 16
Your parents should be happy for you.
trellz17 19
German is my minor! I've always wanted to go to there too. Viel glücklich!
trellz17 19
Oops I mean, Viel Glück!
False_Stupidity 42
LOL, I was going to say, dosen't glücklich mean happy?
trellz17 19
Yeah I was rushing before anyone said something in German lol. But yes glücklich means happy
lumpyspacequeen 11
Germany is an awesome place with a cool language and cool people and great food. You're lucky to study there, and your parents shouldn't stand in your way.
hoopgrug 5
never been, but concur that German food rules (in moderation. I'd be 400 lbs if i lived there). studying abroad is the chance of a lifetime. enjoy every second OP.
doodlecloud 27
Personally not a fan of the food but can't deny that their economy is doing great at the moment. I think it's definitely not a bad place to be.
Nova900 17
We will welcome you with open arms. :) (And with arms, I mean weapons. Well, just kidding...)
Grauncho 27
America
tournamentdecide 33
'Murica
Kyle1dc 17
**** yeeaaahhhh
RusticChick 27
Sprechen sie Deutsch, OP? Viel Glück! ;P
Arathis 19
I don't know German, but I'm just going to guess that means,"do you know how to speak German op? Good luck." I'm planning on learning German sometime.
RusticChick 27
It says, "Do you speak German, OP? Good luck!" Not too shabby, sir. I know a little bit. Half my heritage. It's a fun, agry, unusual language to learn. I've always enjoyed it! Some things are tough to say though. Lol.
kittycatdex 8
it depends... "sprechen Sie" is a very polite form (3rd singular). "sprichst du" is the casual way to go here...
rambleramble3 11
79, don't know why you got down voted as you are just dropping some knowledge but I voted you back up :)
ZomBgal 12
Congrats on the opportunity, OP! Don't let their worries and bigotry ruin this chance for you, they should be proud of and happy for you. Good luck!