Today, I went to a garden party my friend had invited me to. I soon discovered they had seriously downplayed the formality of the event, as I noticed trays of fancy hors d'oeuvres and glasses of champagne lined up on the table. I showed up with Kool Aid and Ritz crackers. 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 attended a party, thinking it was hosted by my friend. I showed up, mingled, had some drinks, and even played a couple of games. After about an hour, my friend called me and asked where I was. I'd crashed the wrong party. Everyone there was nice about it, but now I can never show my face there again. FML
Today, I was invited to a fancy-shmancy charity event, and the host - my friend - told me to wear a long, ballroom, fancy gown. Turns out my friend was just being a dick and it was a pool party. I spent $200 on my hair and makeup alone. FML
Today, I learned that my friend really can't be trusted to set up a party by herself. The only food she provided was tap water, a single sleeve of saltines, and Kraft singles. The only entertainment was Checkers and the first season of Frasier on DVD. We all pooled $250 for her to do this! What the hell happened!? FML
Today, I held a house party. For fun, I made sure all the beer was alcohol-free, so I could see which of my friends would be weak-minded enough to end up acting drunk. Three did. I was one of them. FML
Today, I thought I was going to a friend’s birthday party. Turns out, it was a surprise party for someone else... and I was the surprise. Everyone shouted “Surprise!” and I realized I wasn’t invited. I awkwardly ate a cupcake and left. FML
Today, I went to what I thought was my friend’s house for a barbecue. I walked into the backyard and started chatting with people I didn't recognize. After about 20 minutes, I realized I was at the wrong house, eating a stranger's food. FML
Today, I found out that my "friends" only invite me to their parties when they need a designated driver. Apparently I'm "not fun" because I don't drink, which "ruins the party". FML
Today, it was my friend's 18th birthday. She had invited us out drinking. I've never had alcohol before and was very excited. I got a call explaining that she had invited one too many and asked me not to come. People bragging on Facebook about what a great time they were having didn't help either. FML
Today, I went to the grocery store to stock up on booze for the weekend. After the cashier commented on the size my purchase, I claimed to be hosting a dinner party tonight. I'm not. FML
Today, someone handed me a drink at a wedding, so I awkwardly took a sip and commented on the taste. It turns out they were just trying to “Cheers!” me. FML
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TheRugMan 17
I bet those are some damn good ritz crackers though
roydashious 11
look on the bright side now if the snacks run out you guys have crackers and kool aid
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Comments (75)
EcoAirWarrior 7
Just scream verbal abuse at anyone who questions or mocks you and no one will dare taunt you again.Assert your dominance immediately or be oppressed; kill or be killled. It's the law of the jungle.
Witchylady 18
Why would you bring cool aid and ritz crackers. At least bring a home made cheesecake or chocolates. Hope you didn't show up dressed in a torn t-shirt and things.
StarkWolf_fml 23
stay classy OP
Isa_fml 20
Why would you ever think that was appropriate? For any occasion?
cheesetothepower 7
It could have been easily presented as something no more formal than a glorified chipotle run #54
Jowisee 29
They said garden party. If that is how it was described to them, it is their fault.
zboot 8
If it's never appropriate, why do people buy them?
ezrajab 22
That's just plain funny it sucks but it happens to all of us sorry op
nitrog100 21
One could say you were...putting on the Ritz. But seriously, you kind of deserve it. Garden parties are exclusively held and attended by well-to-do white folks. The second you hear garden party, know that you have to bring something pretentious like wine or duck rillette.
AngusEcrivain 18
Nothing classier than Ritz biscuits... The ones with the cheese in, right?
lunaangel 14
hate potluck show offs
sassy2085 16
Happened to me on the weekend turned up in jeans and a t shirt to a cocktail party. My boyfriend forgot to mention this to me. Feel your pain OP
mrs_rooney14 2
Kool aid and ritz, really? how old are you, 12? ydi