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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Top comments
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)
Audem_fml 27
You'll be living in Europe in a beautiful country (and that's saying much since I'm french ;) ). They don't know how lucky you are.
jacob2332 9
What are these said jokes? Lool.
__paulinaa 2
that's actually kinda funny! have fun and for luck OP!:)
oly49 10
d:) this made my day ur family is funny op
thisisthestupid 18
What's wrong with nazis? My dad does the same joke and I completely agree with him
kellyem2 20
Well, at least now there will be an ocean between you and your family, right?
ZigZAG1488 10
Oh, don't let them piss on your parade! You didn't spend so much time and effort studying to please them, you did it for you. Go have fun and do whatever it is you're going to do. I'm sure your parents will come around. :)
Spadoinkle 10
Your mom's reaction is weird, but your dad's and brother's are predictable. Just have fun and enjoy getting to study abroad. Not many people really get that chance. Good luck and congratulations, OP.
Taylor22294 24
Congrats OP. Going to a place like Germany will be amazing. Take advantage of it and expand your knowledge.
BlueDragoon_fml 6
I'm sorry OP I hope you have a wonderful time in my homeland!