When the Joke’s on You: My Accent, Their Laughs

Ever been the star of a joke you didn’t sign up for? That was me last Saturday at Jamie’s new place. We were all sharing cringey school memories when suddenly, my Midwest twang became the main event. Everyone was cracking up, but I felt like I’d missed the memo on the punchline. 😅 That night, the laughter stuck with me for all the wrong reasons. Instead of letting it fester, I scribbled down my feelings. The next day, I pulled Jamie aside and said, “Hey, when my accent’s the joke, it kinda stings.” It was awkward—my palms were sweating—but Jamie actually listened. We talked it out, promised to keep things chill, and ended up splitting a giant cinnamon roll. If only every tough convo ended with sugar! 🍩 Ever had to set boundaries with friends? Let’s talk! #FriendshipFeels #SpeakYourTruth #BoundariesMatter