loserface23
United States
Today, my boyfriend of two years asked me to marry him so that we can consolidate our student loans. FML
Collection
Fall
Dead leaves, the first cold of the season and an umbrella flipped inside out: fall, the season of grace.
Same thing different taste
weddinggirl
This FML is from back in 2010 but it's good stuff
Germany
So touching…
Today, my boyfriend of five years finally asked me to marry him. He said, "We could save on taxes if we got married… What do you think?" That was the most romantic thing he's said to me in the last two years. FML
A bit cowardly?
Today, my boyfriend of two years asked his friend to propose to me for him, because he was too nervous to do it himself. FML
Anonymous
This FML is from back in 2016 but it's good stuff
Middleboro, United States
So romantic
Today, my boyfriend proposed to me by handing me a ring and saying, "Let's get this dumb shit over and done with." FML
justthinkofyourhand
Salida, United States
Today, after five years of dating, my boyfriend finally proposed to me. The words "just think of the tax breaks" were uttered. FML
ollie_ollivia
United States
Today, my boyfriend of two years proposed to me. Less than two minutes later, he decided he wasn't ready for the commitment. After I had already said yes. FML
Rolax
France
Today, my boyfriend came up with this thrillingly romantic proposal: “I’m paying way too much income tax. How about we get married?” FML
Anonymous
United States
Today, my boyfriend of 4 years proposed to me. I said yes and he gave me an engagement ring. He immediately went to call his mom to tell her the happy news. After the phone call, he asked if he could return the ring because his mom needed money. FML
undanya__four
Bristol, United Kingdom
Today, my boyfriend told me he's prepared to commit to marriage, but only if I buy my own ring and tell everyone he surprised me with it. FML
Anonymous
United States
Today, my boyfriend of over two years said he wants to get married before he leaves for basic training. Not because he loves me, but because he'll get paid more if he's married. This is the only time he's been excited about marriage. FML
neverdatingagain
Lake Oswego, United States
Today, after three years of dating, my boyfriend finally proposed. To my best friend. FML
Top comments
bco12 0
"No." It's that simple.
LifeIsntPerfect 0
Not gonna lie, I'd probably smack my guy if he said that... Just ouch. Not even CLOSE to a good reason to get married.
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Comments (127)
jdkfgkjdfb 0
I hope you kicked him hard. :P If you even considered it, you would be very dumb and certainly messing up your life.
elleshoe 0
Yeah seriously, if that bothers you, you should probably reassess your relationship (and your own priorities) If a man wants to marry you to help secure your financial future, that shows a lot more character than a man who wants to marry you out of some ass backwards heroism because you got knocked up. I think you need to realize that he obviously loves you, and could very well be using it as an excuse to do something he might not think you otherwise would want to. That's sweet, and marraige for love and security is hardly something to sneer at, let alone complain about for everyone to see. I hope he dumps your ass. Stop being shallow.
24788 7
Tell him to find a better reason.
WitchCirce 0
I can understand if you wanted him to propose in a more romantic way, seeing as he's your boyfriend, and that his wording may have made it seem like he only wanted to get married for the financial benefits, thus cuasing you to question your relationship. But that's the only reason I clicked FYL. Really, it's a sound reason to get married in this day and age, with this economy. However, even if he does love you, if you rush into a marriage just to consolidate your student loans, I'd suggest getting a prenup. That way, if it ends in divorce, you won't get financially screwed that way. Also, here, here, #21! "Sanctity of marriage" my ass. I don't understand why gay marriage can't just be legal already.
Tim3 0
I agree with #44 and what kind of an idiot would say that>
MADISAYSYDI 0
#8 deserve a punch in the face for typing like that. And numbers 45 and 43, it's just an FML. No need to get all deep about it.
Mykeh 0
Marriage isn't as sacred as it used to be. Shallow on his part, I hope you make a good decision.
redSquirrel 0
Make sure you run it by your financial adviser when you lovebirds start thinking about kids. Come on, things could be worse.
tornado87 0
As long as he apologises and makes amends it's not the end of the world, I've made worse mistakes with my girlfriend and we're still together :)
aback 5
#43--I'm thinking it's less that he wants to be a Mighty Man and "secure her financial future" than he wants to shore up his own shitty credit using hers and/or leave her stuck holding the bag. Big red flag.