Today, I found out why my dad always treated me badly as a kid compared to my siblings. It's because I was conceived while my mom was cheating on him. On top of that, he made it clear that he still doesn't consider me a "real" part of the family. FML
Collection
Halloween
A failed costume, stolen candy and a very real scare: Halloween, the one night when fear is allowed.
Same thing different taste
Very mean spirited
Today, my dad's will included a DNA test he did on me when I was 3, proving I’m not his son. I thought we had a great relationship, but apparently he secretly hated me all these years for mom cheating, and decided to embarrass me in front of our family, half of whom it turns out I’m not related to. FML
Succession
Today, I was uninvited to a family reunion because I’m the result of my mom’s affair while she was married to her husband, who raised me as a dad for 22 years before we found out. According to my aunts, uncles, and cousins who I grew up with, it means I’m not really family anymore. FML
Today, I found out I was named after the woman my dad was having an affair on my mom with. FML
All in the family
Today, I found out the truth about my parents’ divorce and why our family is so distant. Turns out my dad had an affair with not one, but two of my mom’s sisters. And that my youngest cousin is also my half-sister. FML
Do you deserve it, though?
Today, I tried to reconcile with my estranged father after learning that all the things my mom said were lies to turn me against him. He refused and told me that he has a new daughter and that I'm not part of the picture. I know I deserve it but… FML
Hot guy alert
Today, I realized my dad was right about everything: the hot guy who was attractive because my dad hated him so much really was a scumbag. I found out after he got me pregnant, vanished, and then learned that he also got my sister and cousin pregnant. FML
Thanks for sharing your inspiring story, Dad
Today, my dad told me quite bluntly that, while he loved me, he never planned to have me. My mom baby-trapped him by sabotaging their birth control methods, and my existence ruined his life irrevocably and caused the functional alcoholism he has suffered with for 40 years. FML
Today, I found out that the only reason I'm alive is because my dad beat the living shit out of my mom to stop her getting an abortion. FML
Interesting hypothesis
Today, I found out that my dad has drunkenly told my sister more than once that he doesn’t love either of us, and even then he prefers her over me. All these years I thought I was crazy for thinking I had any kind of daddy issues, but I guess that must be why I’m a phenomenal fuck. FML
Today, my parents finally got married. At the after-party, my mother got drunk and informed me that even though she and my father were now married, it doesn't change the fact that I'm still a bastard. FML
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LickitungJr 8
That's terrible. But don't worry, you are not the first person to have that happen to them.
wolfettet 9
That sucks cuz it's not even your fault.
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LickitungJr 8
That's terrible. But don't worry, you are not the first person to have that happen to them.
Stazza11 27
I agree, just don't worry about him and if push comes to shove give him the same treatment. I be the will change his attitude then.
DraconicFeline 31
Yeah, I'm sure that makes him feel so much better. "You may have been treated like shit your whole life for something you weren't the cause of, but at least you aren't the only one in the world to go through it!" As if that makes it okay somehow.
Setareh23 34
#48: you do realize that "when push comes to shove" is just an expression, and doesn't mean literal pushing and shoving...
littlem91 29
In this instance, I think push come to done means that he can go in the lowest possible quality nursing home and be good that after all, he's not been a real parent. He should have manned up and made the choice to either leave, or stay and accept all of his children as they are. This doesn't even sound like he knows you're not his biological child.
kylieh72 25
I agree with 49! Not only have I never heard of this kind of thing happening but even if it happened to every other child in the world that doesn't change how seriously upsetting this would be. Whether you're close to your parents or not you should never be intentionally made to feel like an outsider in your own family.
TunaFireStarter 16
I've always suspected this is why my parents treat me... Uh, differently... Than my siblings. I have no actual proof though, just some "coincidental" evidence. :/ I never have the balls to ask though... Either way, it's sucks to be treated poorly compared to your siblings, and especially for something you are unaware of or have no control over. There is no excusing parents playing favorites and emotionally/ mentally/verbally abusing a child like this. Though there is likely very little you can do to change his mind, you can get help for yourself if you need it and get past this. I've learned to forgive my parents for all their shortcomings and problems, but I still struggle with the past and present. I'm working on it though, no matter how hard it is.
validator 12
Amen
TXFernwoods 26
Get a DNA test. That'll show him!
simplykolesh 17
Unless, ya know, it just confirms his suspicions. Either way he's a jerk for his actions!
XIceBlueX 21
"I was conceived while my mother was cheating on him" seems like a pretty good indication OP isn't his biological child...of course he doesn't have to be a jerk to OP. You don't have to be blood to be a parent.
frizz101 22
No OP could still be his biological child, most people still use protection when they cheat.
buttcramp 21
if the mom was only with one other person there is a 50/50 chance that OP's dad is really the bio dad. Still, it's really inappropriate to tell your children things like this. It's also really immature for your dad to act this way, OP. Your dad had a choice when he found out, he could have left.. he chose not to so he can't complain! Sorry for your family drama , OP.
alycion 39
Biological or not, the father decided to stick around and make the marriage work after finding this out. Part of that is not taking it out on the kid. I'm sure it's hard to deal with the reminder, but he either needed to get help or get out. Not emotionally abuse an innocent child.
capthigh 16
I'm pretty sure if they didn't know who the father was OP dad would have already gotten some type of DNA test done
atrandom 11
Even if OP is his child do they really want someone like that to try and be a father after however many years?
domolovesyoshi 33
yeah it's not the kids fault
fk18 27
Maury Maury Maury!
wolfettet 9
That sucks cuz it's not even your fault.
jakeydudey 13
I'm sure he must of had SOME control considering some people are hitting the YDI button? Right?
toaster123 11
I tend to accidentally hit the ydi button on this android app sometimes.
lexiieeex3 32
NO ONE should ever be treated that way by a parent. I am so sorry OP. You don't deserve that. I would have a long conversation with both of your parents and hopefully things will change for the better. Keep your head held high and know that this is no reflection of your character whatsoever!
Trooth 13
Wow...parents should never do that, taking his anger out on you! Just ignore him and remember you're a beautiful blessing!
sig4life 18
Wow, holy fucktard Batman. Knowing is half the battle.
KillSwitch96 18
That made absolutely no sense...
746278Ab 14
That's totally wrong! It's not your fault.
Earths_Venus 25
Don't forget, you get to choose his nursing home...
wardgustavo 14
Hehe...*evil laugh*
ariiewilliams 17
That doesn't give him a valid reason to treat you different when you are his kid. Don't let him get you down OP!
1PersonIsMyWorld 22
parents aren't always the best people op. sometimes you have to establish your own self worth because parents dont always fulfill that duty. move out when possible and make something great of your life.
alicespoons 17
Wow. He shouldn't take that out on you. It's not your fault, just keep your head up.