Birthday Rejection
When I was 15 or so, there were these two girls in my neighborhood that apparently had a crush on me. I had no idea at the time. On my birthday, they show up and give me a card and wish me happy birthday.
I just said “Thanks!” and went on with my day, not because I was mean or anything, just that I was that oblivious to what was going on. I still cringe over how much of an ass I was and how stupid I was for not understanding the situation.
I probably crushed those two right then and there and never reflected on it until much later in life. If this sounds familiar to you and you lived in Montana around the 90’s, I’m so sorry and thank you for your thoughtful gift. Story credit: Reddit / Shirosynth