Today, I was riding my bike with my parents. They make me wear a helmet when I'm with them. Some college age kids drove past and yelled, "Nice helmet!" My mother then told me, "They like you!" I'm sixteen and my helmet is blue. With flowers. 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 went to an amusement park with my family. A couple of cute girls started talking to me, telling me how much they liked my dreads. Seeing this, my mother stepped up next to me, patted me on the shoulder, and said, "This here is my little baby, treat him nicely!" Thanks, Mom. FML
Today, my mother finally pressured me to wear my old helmet while riding my bike. Halfway through my ride, 3 spiders came crawling out of it and onto my face, causing me to lose control of the bike and crash head-first. FML
Today, I was out shopping with my mom. While we were walking, a guy in a car honked at me. I'm not used to compliments, so I was pretty flattered and flashed him a smile. He looked back at me, confused, then shook his head and pointed at my mom. FML
Today, I was complimented on my hat by two different people. I wasn't wearing a hat. FML
Today, I found out while skiing that my dad likes to call me Pimple because I have a pink coat and white helmet. He has tried to squeeze me. FML
Today, a guy from work that I barely know gave me sunflowers for my birthday. He told me, "You mentioned they were your favorite." I mentioned it to my family at home a few days ago. FML
Today, I was volunteering at a school, as I walked past the swings these two girls smiled and said "wow, you are so pretty!". I smiled back and said "awww, well thank you!." As I walked past I hear them laughing, "she actually believed us." FML
Today, I told my parents how grateful I am for having them in my life and that not many kids are as lucky as me. My mom texted me after I went out 10 minutes later: "Are you OK? You seemed depressed earlier." FML
Today, I was showing my 6-year-old son how easy and safe it is to ride a bike. I didn't notice a pebble, bust up my leg, and my son is now terrified of bicycles. FML
Today, my father and I were out in town when a lady walked up and commented on what a great looking couple we were. My dad puts his arm around me and says, "Thank you! We've been together for 17 years." FML
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mintfreshpinesol 0
At least you are being safe... I had a friend die because he wasn't wearing a helmet. your parents are smart.
autumnshivaree 0
As much as I personally would like a blue helmet with flowers, I understand. I'm a college kid, and I'm willing to risk brain injury than be seen using a helmet on campus.
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Comments (221)
AUT_student 0
Without beating the "safety of a helmet" speech (which I agree with incidentally); I assume you are riding a bike paid for by your parents, wearing a helmet paid for by your parents, which are stored in a house paid for by your parents, in which you live (paid for by your parents). I wish I had everything paid for by my parents. And, if they didn't pay for the helmet, and you actually did - then YDDI (You DEFINITELY Deserve It) for choosing 'that' helmet. Anyway, at least some college guys noticed you.
Figureskater_15 0
im 15 and dont wear a helmets but it is the law here.
Gatorsh 0
I refuse to see why this is a FML. Helmets keep you safe, and you don't even know the pigs, so why do you care? Buy yourself a new goddamn helmet if you are embarrassed of your old one.
LilKonvicted 0
There's a reason I walk
ElzhiPreface 0
You deserve it, A)Your 16, you can buy your own helmet cheap-ass B)Why were you riding with your parents.
xolotl 0
so? not an FML.
Jessicuhh 0
i love how everyone is posting one of 3 comments: "buy a new helmet- it's more dumb to have a head injury" "it's stupid, look cool and go against your parents" or something in argument to a comment like one of those. lol. so yeah, that sucks..but buy a different helmet! always wear it! :]
pokandy 0
for everyone that says you would rather risk brain injury than look stupid, that is the most rediculous thing I have ever heard in my life. But if your going to die from tramatic brain injury might as well look cool doing it.
I_am_stupid_also 6
The main factor in preventing bicycling injury is making sure the cars are aware you are there. So the dorkier the helmet the better.
24788 7
Who cares if it has blue flowers on it? You're 16 buy your own helmet. Last time I checked I'd rather be able to make my own thoughts.