The idea of revisiting Wednesday Addams as a grown-up person is genius, right? RIGHT?
Wednesday had that perfect deadpan stare. She did whatever she wanted to 100% of the time, whether it was strapping her brother in an electric chair or completely destroying a summer camp play. She was exactly herself, immune to social pressure. She had a fashion uniform before having a fashion uniform was a thing.
For a certain kind of girl, she was a hero.
But you have to wonder if outside the cocoon of her weird, accepting family, in the face of the cold, cruel world, does her lack of giving a shit last?
Definitely. Yes.
Exhibit A: Douchewanker thinks you care what he thinks about your smile.
How the hell are you supposed to respond to that? A drive-by attack — no warning, no opportunity for repartee.
Most of us would spend the rest of the day creating futile, angry fantasies of what we would’ve done if we’d had a second to think.
Here’s how to handle it “Addams Family” style.
1. A polite knock on a door. (How does she know what door? Doesn’t matter.)
2. Ask a simple question.
3. Introduce some friends. Be sure to mention their particular talents.
4. And leave with some parting words of advice.
