Never believe a promise, even if it comes straight from your parents.

I've been promised that I would be attending my dream university this fall. I went to the school, did orientation, stayed in a dorm room, made some friends. I even started packing my stuff and getting rid of stuff I wouldnt need. Just last week my parents told me I wouldnt be going. We dont have to money. Okay, thats reasonable and sensable. The point is Dad said, "Even if I lose my job I will find a way to send you to [insert dream college name] this fall." ... Thanks Dad.

It was the promise breaking that pissed me off. Yes, I was heartbroken, but I'll get there in two years.

-sigh-