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)
empy 0
YDI, buy your own helmet if you don't like the one you have. Gheeze.
melissa023 0
wear a ******* helmet. people die everyday because they don't want to "look stupid." grow up and buy yourself a helmet that you actually like instead of complaining.
pleasetryagain 0
1. Everyone- there's nothing wrong with doing stuff with your parents- especially when you're still not an adult yet. 2. Helmets are good. Besides, bikes aren't the epitome of cool ANYWAY. 3. If you're sixteen, you can afford a new helmet or a cheap-ass can of spray paint. 4. What does it matter of college kids that you've never met think you're a dork? They're people who are judging you based on the design of your protective gear. Are those really the people you need to impress? 5. YDI for knowing that you dislike the design of the helmet, wearing it anyway and then complaining that you had to wear something you didn't like.
Mhmthathappened 0
No way... I had that helmet... whenI was like 12. No lie though. I really did... I might still have it somewhere
Dasmi3 0
i've broken a couple of helmets they will save you life but yeah save money and buy one that looks good
SuicideSaint_fml 0
Where a helmet, maybe buy a new one, maybe stop riding your bike with your parents.
onyourmark 0
am i the only person who thinks helmets are badass? c'mon now, it's all about the kamikaze bike messenger look. i rock the shit out of that, i dunno about you.
musicloverr 0
#91, i wasnt insinuating that i thought that. i was insinuating that like it or not, a lot of filthy morons out there find a definite correlation between those two. i thought i made that perfectly clear. I KNOW THAT THERE IS NO CORRELATION BETWEEN "RETARDEDNESS" AND AUTISM. I AM NOT BEING INSENSITIVE. ..end of story.
blueraspberry 0
Since im not old enough to legally ride my bike without a helmet (assuming its 18, im actually not sure) I've descided I just won't ride one untill then, it just isn't worth it.
phantomdonut 0
Time to get a new helmet... I've always wanted want that was painted to look like a brain.