Birthday and Kids: Gratitude walks

Gratitude walks

By Anonymous - 30/11/2011 19:55 - United States

Today, it's my soon to be 12 year-old daughter's birthday. On my break at work I texted her how much I loved her and happy birthday. She replied with, "K, when will you be home? Mom won't let me open presents until you're here." Good to know I'm loved. FML

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By Trew Love - 03/05/2016 06:25 - Canada - Fort Saint John

Today, it's my birthday. I called my mom to thank her for the gift she'd sent. She was surprised and said, "Oh I thought you were waiting to open it." She ended the conversation with, "OK, I'll call you on your birthday." FML

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By birthdaygirl - 22/10/2024 09:00 - United States - Jacksonville

Today, I called my mom to let her know I was coming home for my upcoming birthday, as I haven’t seen my parents in months. She then stated she hated my birthday because it reminded her she was getting older, and they may have preexisting plans that evening anyways. Really feeling the family love… FML

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By nick - 24/07/2012 00:52 - United States - Palm Desert

Today, it was my daughter's birthday. I didn't know I had a daughter. FML

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By Anonymous - 06/12/2020 18:02 - Philippines - Quezon City

Today, it's my birthday. My parents wished me a happy one via text message. We live in the same house. FML

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By Anonymous - 21/07/2011 16:40 - United States

Today, I missed a call from my mom. It's my birthday, and glad she remembered, I called back to thank her. She was surprised when I brought up going out for dinner, and asked me what the occasion was. FML

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Mr Whiskers takes priority

By Anonymous - 07/12/2021 16:58

Today, my daughter forgot my birthday. When I asked her, she said she'd remembered my birthday, but was too busy at work to acknowledge it. However, she did have time to post a message on Facebook, wishing a happy birthday to her cat. FML

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By Anonymous - 10/05/2012 20:33 - United States - Walpole

Today, I was at a restaurant with my kids. I told my 13 year old about how the very first time she said she loved me. She was 2 and it was at this very restaurant. I told her the details and even started tearing up a little. She didn't even look up from her cell phone and said, "That's fab, ma." FML

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By KaLa - 08/02/2009 16:30 - Canada

Today, I told my mom I loved her a lot. Her reply? "Thanks." FML

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By story of my life - 07/03/2022 02:00

Today, it's my birthday. I'd asked my mom weeks ago if she could watch my kids, so my husband and I could go celebrate. She told me an hour before we were supposed to leave I'd have to reschedule, so she could watch my brother's kids while he goes out for fun. Gee, thanks mom. FML

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By secret - This FML is from back in 2015 but it's good stuff - United States - Ashford

Today, I got a text from my mom shaming me for forgetting my sister's birthday. It isn't her birthday today, it's mine. FML

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Thursday 1 December 2011 0:54

When I was 12, I had my first phone -_- but it was for practical reasons since the middle school was kind of far. Anyways but I was never spoiled, cause if I was my parents wouldn't have it (Asians :D ) I think it all depends on how well the parents raise their kids. Besides, why compare 2 different ages? :/ Ok, so back then the cool things were DS's and portable cd players and all that stuff. Now it's just cellphones, touch screen innovation and the best-new technology. It's just what we grow up with and around to. But I do agree, there's always that kid that takes things for granted. But as for OP, hope she'll grow up and show some respect because I don't think it's hit her yet how one day, there'll be a birthday where you won't even be there anymore :(

wisese 0

Thursday 1 December 2011 0:07

Awwww, she does love you, she's just got a one-track mind right now. I still talk to my daddy that way and I'm turning 23 next month. But I do it specifically to be obnoxious.

Comments

Koemas 1

Friday 2 December 2011 16:09

While it is great that everyone is concerned about a 12 year old having a phone, I'm more concerned about how the daughter's Mom won't let her open the presents when she's at work...

carboncopy 4

Friday 2 December 2011 16:50

Yah FyL for having such a greedy offspring. I'd take back the presents and give them to charity!

sulhaq 4

Friday 2 December 2011 18:29

This is where you call your wife to inform the kids you have to work extra late today because of an emergency.

kitten1323 19

Saturday 3 December 2011 2:35

I'm sure shes just excited. Don't take it too seriously. The only reason you should worry is because shes probably going to be getting her period soon and your going to have to have "The Talk" Good luck, OP

withasmile 3

Saturday 3 December 2011 4:06

I think she's normal - and you are over reacting. She is 12, and it's her birthday. A day when you might take that 'world revolves around me mentality' many suffer at the age - even farther. Just text her - 'don't I get an I love you too back?' as a reminder of how she should behave. My kids hear it so often from me - sometimes they take it for granted - as they should. Because real love doesn't require a return. And it should be a daily thing too. (Most of the time they say it back btw or just say it without me saying it first.)

yearprincess 0

Saturday 3 December 2011 11:18

How can today be your soon to be 12 year olds birthday? If today is their birthday they either just turned 11 or just turned 12. They are not soon to be anything.