Today, I found out the reason my co-workers have been giving me gum every day is not because of their generosity, but because everyone in the office thinks my breath smells. 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 found out I’m the “smelly girl” in the office. Now I understand all those passive-aggressive subtle comments about hygiene and showering made by my coworkers, and why a bottle of Dial body wash randomly appeared on my desk one day. FML
Today, my officemate used the telephone beside my desk again. I still can't think of a better way to tell him how awful bad his breath is without the having to do it personally. We've been workmates for a year now and he still hasn't gotten a clue, despite of me covering my nose every time. FML
Today, my coworker told me I should stop smoking cigarettes because it makes my breath "smell like shit" and makes my teeth look as yellow as corn. I've never smoked a cigarette in my life. FML
Today, during my meeting with manager, I found out that my coworkers think that I stink. I literally shower every day and use deodorant and perfume. Am I doing something wrong? FML
Today, I was wondering why I was getting strange looks all day at work. When I got to a mirror after my shift, I noticed a booger hanging out of my nose, which was visible only when I smiled. My job involves greeting people all day with a huge smile. FML
Today, my coworker told me that I needed to quit smoking because it was making me look and smell horrible. I've never smoked in my life. FML
Today my boss went digging through my drawer, took a pack of gum, and told me I got him the wrong flavor. He kept it anyway. FML
Today, I realized that I'd run out of deodorant. On top of that, I was late to work so I had to run, making me all sweaty and smelly. To cover it up, I used the air-freshener in the toilet at work. Everyone recognized the "Lemon Tree" scent and now all of my colleagues think I'm a cheap bastard. FML
Today, a co-worker has the office next to mine. The walls are not soundproofed. I can hear him farting loudly throughout the day. He spread a rumor around the office that he can hear me farting all day. Another coworker told me and gave me advice on foods not to eat, that gave people bad gas. FML
Today, multiple customers have complained about my body odor. Not only can I not smell anything, but I shower three times a day and brush my teeth seven times a day. FML
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carissaball 23
At least they tried hinting it to you nicely :)
HAMY_fml 23
Always carry gum with you. My breath can get really bad without gum. Trust me, guy or girl no one wants to talk to someone with bad breath. Just be glad you found out now, rather than have someone tell you later OP.
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LoverWordsFood 27
I did this with a friend of mine in college. You could smell his breath about feet away and it was just terrible. Bringing it up meant nothing, he didn't seem to fully understand when I told him politely at first then turned into a jerk about it. I finally just started sharing my gum with him just so it would help, but the gum didn't make much of a dent. Op, just try takin care of your mouth and then if it's still really bad, dentist and a doctor to make sure it isn't anything serious. I know the gums and all are a gateway to showing how your health is.
jimmer23 21
You should probably check into that, could be gingivitis or something. At least they aren't just coming out and being rude about your hygiene.
esamolwan 18
well you should've brushed your teeth in the morning
vikky538 29
Its your responsibility to check your breath from time to time.
SuicidalCuddles 2
I thought this was going to end with some prank and you being addicted to nicotine gum
worldclassrager 41
Some mouth wash is a good idea before leaving that will last for quite awhile then you have the gum from then on
NotGabe 28
Could be a case of halitosis. Or to your coworkers, hellitosis.
Drosophila82 18
When it's everyone then it's a fact...
superwhovian 16
Really and you thought nothing of it
OneFourNine 9
Yes. And there is also all these people who say the earth is round! Crazy, isn't it?