Ah, the joy of family gatherings! The laughter, the love, the drama…especially when it comes to the annual family photo. One man found himself at the center of a Thanksgiving controversy when he tried to keep the tradition of a nicely dressed family photo alive. But when his wife’s cousin’s stepchild, Sam, showed up in a full-on goth outfit, chains and all, things took a dramatic turn. Let’s dive into this holiday hullabaloo and see how it unfolded.
The Tradition of the Family Photo

The Dress Code Request

The Goth Outfit Surprise

The Photo Dilemma

The Awkward Exclusion

The Confrontation

The Aftermath ️

The Final Update

The TikTok Prank Revealed

The Apology ️

A Thanksgiving Tale: When the Family Photo Tradition Meets a Goth Prank
What started as a simple request for a nicely dressed family photo at Thanksgiving turned into a dramatic saga when Sam, the teenage stepchild of the host’s wife’s cousin, showed up in a full-blown goth outfit. Despite the initial shock and a tense confrontation, it was later revealed that Sam’s outfit was intended as a prank for a TikTok video. The situation was resolved with an apology from Sam and a decision to share both versions of the family photo. This Thanksgiving tale serves as a reminder of the unexpected twists and turns that can occur when family traditions and teenage pranks collide. Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation…
YTA – Letting a rebellious 14yo express themselves or just seeking clout?

NTA for setting rules, but teens deserve freedom of expression

“Perfect staged” photos vs. embracing individuality in family pictures. YTA
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Commenter criticizes OP for excluding child; others defend OP’s actions

NTA! Dress code drama for family photo sparks Thanksgiving chaos

NTA for excluding family in goth Thanksgiving photo. Fair compromise.

Don’t let Sam’s antics ruin a memorable family photo!
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NTA. Sam knew what they were doing

NTA comment defends dress code against outrageous accusations

NTA: Sam deliberately annoyed you, making them the a**hole

NTA. Respect. Give a little, get a little.

NTA, dressing like that out of the blue? Insane and intentional!

Hilarious goth family photos for a lifetime of laughter!

NTA: Sam wanted to be edgy for the Christmas card

Going against the grain: NTA for requesting casual but nice outfits.

Respect boundaries. It’s your picture, your rules.

NTA: Sam knew what they were doing, no surprise Pikachu face

NTA after reading the update. Terrible joke

NTA!!!

NTA: Sam’s goth outfit caused Thanksgiving drama, but context matters

Engaging comment: NTA for taking family photos despite goth outfit

NTA! Accepting and compromising, you respected Sam’s pronouns

A heated debate over a 14-year-old’s goth outfit choice.

Inclusive Thanksgiving photos with a touch of goth

NTA, you set clear dress instructions, they were inconsiderate.

Last Updated on September 21, 2023 by Diply Social Team