EB
United States
Today, I'm so broke, I asked my parents if they'd pay for me to go to the eye doctor and consider it my Christmas present. 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
Abu
Today I broke my glasses beyond repair. I am very nearly legally blind. I get my glasses at Walmart and today, Christmas, is the only day out of the entire year that they are closed. Merry Christmas to me. FML
dude, where's my balls? :(
This FML is from back in 2012 but it's good stuff
Anchorage, United States
Sleigh bells
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
NorwegianMadman
Today, nearly Christmas, my dad got mad because I don't have enough money for holiday festivities. I can't afford things because I haven't gotten my paycheck yet. I work for my dad. FML
Ambar
Canada
Today, I was missing $20 from my wallet, so I decided to ask my sister if she had taken it. Her response? "That reminds me, I need to borrow another 50." She has a job. That was my Christmas money. FML
Geezum Crow
Today, I found out my school's financial aid had a "misunderstanding" of my finances, I can no longer afford to pay half of my bills or pay for Christmas. FML
swimmonster81
Today, my mother told me how she managed to afford all of the expensive Christmas presents we got. She took out extra money when applying for my student loans. FML
UglyFace
United Kingdom
Today, my parents told me they'd be willing to pay for me to get a nose job. I asked them what was wrong with my nose, and they said nothing, it's just not the kind of nose they'd prefer to feature in our Christmas photos. FML
CambodianAsshole
Placentia, United States
Today, I opened my Christmas present from my parents. I got a road-side assistance package. I don't own a vehicle, and I don't even have a driver's license. FML
Flandre
Today, I gave over $100 to my online friend in presents for Christmas, only to find out he can't use any because of his strict parents. FML
Anonymous
Germany
Xmas stress
Today, besides the fact that I hate Christmas since my parents divorced, my mom told me she can't come this year with my sister because of no money. We even offered to pay for their tickets, but she won't come because of the "last minute" stress. Fuck this year. FML
Top comments
TweetAnne 13
Nothing like the gift of sight. Remember that there are always people worst off then you are. Hang in there OP.
Enslaved 38
Perfect vision would make a great gift! I hope they agreed.
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tsim14 4
Well you do have a computer, and probably shelter and food and clean water... Most of the world doesn't even have those three basic things. Regardless, it still stinks for you. Maybe try getting a higher paying job, cut down on expenses, etc. Good luck OP, I wish you the best.
BloodFaerie 21
... i asked my parents something similar regarding my bday, OP, so don't feel bad... it's what you have to do sometimes....
BrimfullOfAsher 20
We've all had to do that at some stage. Rent money, car tune-up, etc.
TurtleSmile 14
Well, what did they say?
prettyinpink03 11
Hey, my mom asked me what I wanted as compensation for running a few errands for her and I said "a tank of gas." best present ever.
Kade20 4
Don't feel so bad we've all been in that exact same place. It sucks at the time but it will pass by. I'm currently in the same situation but just owe my parents money. Lol there's always craigslist the pawn shop or doing things your neighbors need done like yard work for money to get by. It's embarrassing but it really helps and they will understand.
iLuvsIt 10
Actually - we've not all been there. Only in places like the US can a person not afford basic healthcare.
thatKidzmOm 10
Or maybe it's not that most people can't afford. Maybe it's that most people place higher value on other things...material things. I see it everyday. Priorities are screwed here. Also, if op would've been smart, and saving a few dollars each paycheck since his last visit, he could afford the next one.
mario2012 18
That's nothing. I'm so broke I asked a homeless bum for money.
CharresBarkrey 16
That doesn't show how broke you are, it shows how stupid you are.
perdix 31
Did your parents see that things aren't looking up for you? You must look pretty silly when you reach up to lower your sunglasses and you don't *lowers sunglasses* have any.
random365 0
I've asked my parents if they could pay my car insurance and consider it my birthday present.
justanotherbird 19
I don't really understand what's to complain about. Bad times happen and people do what they can to get through. I don't see how having someone else pay for your vision as a gift is a FML. It's not like X-Mas gifts are that important. Now, being out of date on your prescription so you can't order without a visit, out of all contacts and no glasses, having very poor vision, and no one to help you with money? THAT is a FML.
munchy22 5
Sorry