If you think you're having a bad day, wait until you read these stories. From absurd mishaps to situations that will haunt these people for the rest of their lives, here are some instances that will make you feel lucky that your biggest problem today is an unanswered text message.
1. When technology sabotages you at the most important moment
A man was giving an important presentation at work, and just when he was supposed to show off his skills, his laptop decided to do a 40-minute update. Well, maybe his boss had some free time to wait…
2. When you order one thing and receive something else
A girl ordered an elegant dress online, but when she opened the package, she found a pair of men's pants inside, two sizes too big. Apparently, the universe had a different vision for her style.
3. When a surprise goes horribly wrong
A guy decided to surprise his girlfriend by hiding out at home with balloons and flowers. The problem? She came home with a friend, who had no idea about the surprise... and, let's just say, neither did he.
4. When you try to take the perfect selfie and end up in the water
A tourist bent over a little too far to take a selfie with a waterfall. The result? He and his phone became one with nature.
5. When your parking turns into a nightmare
A driver parked his car in a “perfect” spot only to find it later crushed by a tree. The lesson? Park away from trees… or just don’t park at all.
6. When your first day at work also becomes your last
A guy had just started his first job, but within a few hours, he managed to break a super expensive machine. His job lasted so short that he didn't even have time to get a coffee.
7. When you try to save and end up paying more
A man decided to fix his washing machine himself to save money. Two hours later, his apartment flooded and he ended up calling a plumber. The bill? Twice what the original repair would have cost.
8. When you try to make a change in appearance and end up in tears
A girl decided to try a new hair color at home. The color ended up giving her a beautiful shade of… orange.
9. When you plan the perfect vacation and everything goes wrong
A couple had booked a dream trip, but the flight was canceled, their luggage was lost, and the hotel had no rooms available. And people say that traveling calms the mind...
10. When you try to impress someone and end up embarrassing yourself
A guy was trying to impress a girl at the gym. Instead, he fell off the treadmill and ended up with a broken knee… and a bruised ego.
11. When your help is completely misunderstood
A woman helped an elderly man cross the street, but he thought she was trying to rob him and started screaming. Sometimes, making a kind gesture has unexpected consequences.
12. When you order food and get a not-so-pleasant surprise
A man ordered a pizza with extra cheese and got a pizza… with no cheese at all. He didn't even have the courage to complain because he didn't understand how that was possible.
13. When your car decides to betray you at the worst possible moment
A guy was late for a super important meeting. His car decided to stop in the middle of the road. No battery, no gas - just a hapless guy in the middle of the lane.
14. When you believe you can do everything yourself… but you can't
A man decided to make a cake for his daughter's birthday. He forgot the flour and ended up with a colorful liquid. At least he had a glass of "cake" to drink.
15. When you try to surprise someone and end up surprising yourself
A boy went to his family's house unannounced to surprise them, but when he arrived, he discovered that they had gone on vacation without telling him. This is what happens when surprises don't go both ways.
So, the next time you think you're having a bad day, remember these people and take comfort in the fact that, maybe, fate doesn't hate you that much.
Sources: Buzzfeed
