A handyman had a dark spot on his forehead, I asked if he had gone to Ash Wednesday services, (priest rubs ashes on your forehead to remind you of your mortality) He sheepishly said no. It was Friday! It was a large black mole, we later heard he had it removed! I'm still embarrassed.
Bright Siders Share 19 Of Their Most Awkward Experiences That Make Them Wish For Partial Amnesia
People
03/26/2020

We all have at least one embarrassing moment in our past that occasionally crawls back into our minds at night and makes us feel mortified all over again. Usually, we guard that memory with all we’ve got, without letting others in on it. There are, however, many brave people in our world who’ve learned to laugh at their mistakes and find closure in that.
The Bright Side community was kind enough to show us that we’re not alone in our awkwardness. Let’s embrace the cringe and get something positive out of it together!
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Is there a memory that makes you red in the face, but also laugh a little? Join the club and share your story with everyone!
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