By onyx_the_cat - 14/02/2014 03:49 - United States - Zion

Today, I aced my solo during my band concert. My parents were asleep the whole time. FML
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The situation is more moral grey than I can describe. My mom has back problems and they get worse during winter, so she was in a lot of pain. She was in so much pain, she couldn't even get up and she stayed home to sleep while I was at my concert. I was a little disappointed, but I knew the situation. My dad on the other hand slept through my solo while at the concert. That man can sleep through anything. My mom once said when they were at a club he slept in front of the speakers. Unfortunately, my dad had to get to work at 5 AM and was really tired when he got home. I didn't know that when I wrote the FML though. He was honest about it though, but I wish he would of tried harder. My parents felt really awful, especially since they always been so supportive of me. Also, I'm a bit selfish because even after my dad said he worked early I was still sad about it. We all talked about it and everything is good now. They admit what they did was wrong despite some of the things being out of their control. My parents are caring people. They wouldn't just go to sleep during a concert without a reason (well kind of with my dad who can sleep anywhere). I would say it was an FML for both me and my parents because they really wanted to hear my solo.

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Harsh, 53. OP said he understands. Just cus you understand, doesn't mean you're not sad about it anyway.

they got so excited that they fainted. completely normal reaction. kudos for garnering such an extreme reaction. they must be so proud

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At least your parents go to your concerts. When I was in marching band, concert band, and jazz ensemble in high school, my parents couldn't care less about my music recitals or band competitions.

spekledworf 18

Same... I was lucky to get a ride to the concert

Your parents wouldn't have known you aced it or not even if awake unless they are musically inclined, which clearly they arent.

Feel your pain. My grandpa feel asleep during an honor band performance and I could hear him snore from the stage.

He wasn't snoring; he was playing along with you -- using his nose.

Was it that mellow? I think before a solo the surprise symphony wouldn't be that bad...hope someone recorded it...

that sucks big time. hopefully some video taped it.

Damn. They must've been tired. Or bored.

Something to use against them when you want something :D Congratulations by the way!

What were you playing, Brahms Lullaby?

Band performance isn't about your parents, but your friends or gf. Weren't there any of those nearby?

That's okay, they'll feel bad when everyone else there appreciated it and brags to your parents about how well you played.