Miscellaneous: Today, I excitedly told my family that, after years of studying...

By UnSupported - 14/08/2014 15:28 - United States - North Kingstown

Today, I excitedly told my family that, after years of studying and dedication, I've been awarded a full scholarship to Germany. My mom's reaction was to start sobbing about me becoming a "heathen" and my dad and brother started telling Nazi jokes. FML

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By razzmataz - 28/01/2009 13:38 - United States

Today, I was discussing my family heritage with my girlfriend's parents. The moment I told them that I came from a German background, her seven-year-old brother pointed at me and yelled, "HITLER!" FML

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By Anonymous - 24/11/2010 04:41 - United States

Today, I received my acceptance letter to one of the most prestigious universities in the US, as well as a nice scholarship. I was so proud of myself, I eagerly showed my dad, hoping he would shed a tear or two. His only words were, "Just get a job so you can get the hell out of my house." FML

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By he is going to hell - 18/09/2012 21:46 - Australia - Forestville

Today, I found out my little brother is a highly committed Nazi. He goes to meetings and everything, my parents think it's great he is "getting out and developing a social life." FML

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By Awesome - 17/08/2011 00:05

Today, I found out that I was moving to Germany. I'm going to be put back a year in school because of the system change. I also don't speak a word of German. Why? Because my mother wants to brag about this experience to her friends. FML

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By Anonymous - 13/12/2009 23:47 - United States

Today, I was accepted to college and received a scholarship equal to almost half the tuition. After sharing this news with my parents, I spent the next 35 minutes getting yelled at about how I wasn't allowed to go there because my boyfriend might go there. FML

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By 1940s wants their attitude back - 29/09/2020 20:01 - United States

Today, I excitedly told my mom how I got accepted to the master’s program of my dreams. She decided now would be a good time to proudly repeat for the millionth time how she gave up a full ride to the Ivy League to marry my father, and I ought to be a "good woman" and do the same. FML

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By Anonymous - 06/03/2011 05:18 - United States

Today, we had to discuss our heritage at school. When I told the class that I'm German, Japanese, and of the Jewish faith, my teacher laughed at the "irony." Something like this always happens whenever I tell people my background. FML

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By madiison09 - 01/04/2013 17:46 - United States

Today, I got a letter from Yale law school saying I got a 4 year full scholarship. I called my dad crying and read the whole thing... even the bottom, which said, "April fools! Love mom and dad." FML

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By Sad nerd - 05/01/2013 17:09 - United Kingdom - Ringwood

Today, I got an offer to study at a good university. My father has been pushing me to apply for years, so I ecstatically broke the news. Instead of congratulating me, he just grunted and delivered the more important news that he's divorcing my mum. Moment ruined. FML

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By Anonymous - 20/12/2013 20:13 - United States - Rochester

Today, I finally told my father that I was picked on at college all this year over my hearing disability. When I told him one of the jokes they made about me, he burst out into an uncontrollable fit of laughter. FML

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mr_t_07 10

Thursday 14 August 2014 23:00

Bet you did nazi that coming :D

Kordellf 8

Thursday 14 August 2014 23:01

At least in Germany they won't be within reich.

Comments

Audem_fml 27

Thursday 14 August 2014 23:52

You'll be living in Europe in a beautiful country (and that's saying much since I'm french ;) ). They don't know how lucky you are.

jacob2332 9

Friday 15 August 2014 0:03

What are these said jokes? Lool.

__paulinaa 2

Friday 15 August 2014 0:03

that's actually kinda funny! have fun and for luck OP!:)

oly49 10

Friday 15 August 2014 0:43

d:) this made my day ur family is funny op

thisisthestupid 18

Friday 15 August 2014 1:39

What's wrong with nazis? My dad does the same joke and I completely agree with him

kellyem2 20

Friday 15 August 2014 1:56

Well, at least now there will be an ocean between you and your family, right?

ZigZAG1488 10

Friday 15 August 2014 2:17

Oh, don't let them piss on your parade! You didn't spend so much time and effort studying to please them, you did it for you. Go have fun and do whatever it is you're going to do. I'm sure your parents will come around. :)

Spadoinkle 10

Friday 15 August 2014 2:37

Your mom's reaction is weird, but your dad's and brother's are predictable. Just have fun and enjoy getting to study abroad. Not many people really get that chance. Good luck and congratulations, OP.