This is why getting hired with the promise of a pay raise "down the road" is never a good idea. There will inevitably be some grand excuse as to why those promises cannot be met when that much anticipated "down the road" date is reached. Remember not to be fooled if this situation arises. If they frame the delay in such a way that suggests an even bigger raise at a later date, don't be fooled either. This is just another dangling carrot. It will be a much better use of your time to stop letting your boss walk all over you and to instead go out and start looking for another job.

Dear grumpy cats,

As we gather here today on yet another Monday, we're called forth to bring out our grumpiest faces today and protest the beginning of another week. We would rather be at home, snuggled up next to the fireplace, or sharing a can of tuna with our hooman in between one of our 17 daily naps. And yet, we are forced to be a hardworking purrfessional cat against our wills. But no longer will we be silent! We will rise, express our discontent with our grumpiest faces, and then scroll through some cat memes to make the rest of this week fast forward to the weekend.

Not even a silly kitty meme about a cat hiding in a snowman after complaining about the cold can make us giggle, no way! Nor a professor who has to hold his cat while teaching via Zoom because it demands cuddles, nay, we say! We shall remain grumpy, no matter how funny these cat memes are. And that's a promise!

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You pay, you get a room, simple as that, right? 

Sometimes, people go to elaborate lengths to get a room for free, and it seems as though this was one of those times. OP was working as a front desk clerk at a hotel when they were approached by a young man who came to check in for the night. He showed OP his ID, but it turns out, the room he had booked was not yet paid for. So OP told him that they had to pay up, leading to a very suspicious turn of events that led OP to believe that they might just be trying to scam them. I wouldn't be surprised, as stranger things have happened…

Scroll down to read about the hilariously sad chain of events that led to the guest walking off, and then check out this choosing beggar who ordered $250 worth of products from an online seller, only to let the seller know (in person) that they didn't have a dime to their name. Thus, they were unable to pay for the products… Could they have them for free, please? You can imagine how that went.

No need for explanations—this listicle is a delightful celebration of the joy and hissterical antics of cats simply being cats! These funny felines, nature's glitchiest creations, revel in their crazily curious and irresistibly silly nature. Despite our human aspirations to train them, cats, with their endless charm, effortlessly embody a vibe that makes them irresistibly charming oddballs. Over here at ICanHasCheezburger we are obsessed with all things feline, including the hilarious antics that cats bring into our lives daily, no matter how annoying they can be. 

Cats! They defy common sense, choosing the most unconventional spots to settle down. Nevertheless, if it brings joy to our cats, it brings joy to us. Take a moment to scroll through these amusing feline moments—guaranteed to brighten your day and bring a smile to your face. If nothing else, these cats offer a more enjoyable distraction than that paperwork your boss keeps pestering you about. Well, anything is more enjoyable than that!

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There are lots of details that go into planning a baby shower. It's a joyous celebration of expecting parents-to-be. Showers are usually thrown by those close to the pregnant person, like their friends, family members, or coworkers. It's all about the new baby and the mom---people bring cute presents and play baby-themed games. Sometimes the parties are even a surprise. No matter how they're arranged, baby showers are meant to celebrate the mom's pregnancy journey and the upcoming arrival of a new little human. Plus, having a baby is not cheap. Being gifted diapers, bottles, clothes, or toys is really helpful for new parents who are just starting out. 

That's why this expecting couple was so stunned when their MIL decided to make the baby shower day all about herself. The story is a wild ride from start to finish. Commenters gave the OP, u/Awkward_Nerve6154, and her husband some helpful advice, and she responded in a follow-up comment. For a MIL this crazy, there might not be a way to come back from pulling a stunt like that. She was probably so busy thinking about herself that she never considered what the consequences of her actions would be. 

Read through this unforgettable story, as well as the eye-opening comments from readers. Then, check out the story of a photographer who spent their last two weeks of work quietly sabotaging the photo studio. 

Hello, pals! It's challenging not to covet the innate talent cats possess for embracing coziness amid cold weather. Witnessing a cat curled up next to a heater or any warmth source during winter is undeniably one of the most heartwarming sights. There's an inexplicable charm in the image of a cat all snug and nestled, evoking a warm and fuzzy feeling within us. Whether lounging on a heated blanket, sprawled before the fireplace, or perched on a sunny windowsill, cats undoubtedly excel at discovering the coziest corners in our homes.

While we humans eagerly anticipate the arrival of spring, cats seemingly revel in the brisk weather. They delight in cozy snuggle sessions by a warm fire or heater, perpetually scouting for the most comfortable nap spots. As we patiently await the warmer days, there's wisdom in taking a cue from our feline companions and embracing a little extra coziness ourselves. Now, let's enjoy this adorable thread of cozy cats comfortably relaxing in front of fireplaces, space heaters, and other sources of warmth. 

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There should be an award for retail workers who have to deal with weird or unreasonable requests from entitled customers.

So in addition to 'Employee of the Month', every manager at a retail store should also reward the worker who tells the craziest story regarding a customer in that month. Honestly, they deserve a reward for everything they have to deal with. Like this Redditor who shared his experiences in the subreddit r/TalesFromRetail. This one entitled Karen was not only extremely vague and impatient when she asked for help in finding an item in the store, but also made the poor worker go fetch the item for her with all kinds of specific instructions to follow. The comments to this story were also filled with retail workers complaining about customers expecting them to 'read their minds' when looking for items or asking for assistance. All great contestants for the 'Craziest Entitled Customer Story of the Month' award (the title is a work in progress).

Scroll down for the full story and the stories to follow in the comments, and when you finish, click here for a success story of front desk workers who refused to help an entitled guest.

If you are someone who rescued a cat off the streets, or maybe someone who adopted a 'less than purrfect' kitty from a shelter, or maybe someone who's been chosen by a cat who decided it needed help, then you know that… a little love can go a long way. It's true for people, of course, and it's just as true for cats. Yes, cats are independent, and they don't often ask for help, but that doesn't mean that they don't need it, and it doesn't mean that we shouldn't do our very best to give it. 

Today, we are giving some love to the people who gave that "little bit" that went a long way with this collection of heartwarming "before and after" adoption photos. This collection is a reminder of the right thing to do, and it's a way for us to say thank you to all of these ameowzing people. 

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There's something startling about being accused of slighting someone and doing them wrong—especially when you don't even have any idea what they're talking about. Maybe it's the actual confrontation itself; maybe it's just your mind trying to make sense of it all, but usually, you're going to find yourself caught too off guard to formulate a proper response to the events that are unfolding in front of you.

If there is one thing that every single cat owner out there can truly understand… it's the madness of bringing your cat to the vet's office. Our cats are nervous, we're nervous, the vet's office is full of other crazy cat people that we have to deal with. Your cat will hide from the vet, from other cats, from other dogs, from- sigh. Going to the vet with your cat is an adventure, it just is. Sometimes, going to the vet with your cat is a funny experience, and other times, it's really not. 

But what we think is one of the worst, most ridiculous kinds of cat vet visits are ones where the vet… fails. Why? Because the cat wins. Sometimes, the cat is so heckin' feisty that even a train human professional cannot handle their madness. And then the whole trip is for nothing… but at least you might have a funny story to tell later on. 

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Working for a small family-owned-and-operated business is either going to be the best job you ever had or the worst by a considerable margin… there's no in-between—and whichever one it is depends wholly on the people who are running it.