Outwitting “Evil Grammy”: How Sibling Solidarity Turned a Notorious Grandma’s Visit Into Sweet Petty Revenge
Picture this: It’s the late 80s or early 90s, and you and your siblings are about to be left alone for a long weekend. Sounds like the perfect setup for pizza, movies, and maybe a little low-level mischief. But there’s a catch—your babysitter isn’t the cool neighbor or the fun aunt. Nope. It’s Grammy. And not just any Grammy, but the one whose name is whispered with a shudder at family gatherings. The “evil” Grammy.
This is the hilarious and heartwarming story u/Pixiedragon71 shared on Reddit’s r/PettyRevenge—a story of childhood cunning, sibling unity, and the kind of poetic justice that only comes from outwitting a master manipulator at her own game.
Meet Grammy: Queen of Petty (and Worse) Before we dive into the shenanigans, let’s set the scene. Grammy isn’t your garden-variety grumpy grandparent. She’s a self-proclaimed narcissist with a well-documented history of playing favorites (spoiler: the storyteller was not one of them), and she didn’t stop at emotional games—her own children suffered everything from verbal to physical abuse. So, when Mom had to jet off to house-hunt with Dad, leaving the kids in Grammy’s care was less “Home Alone” hijinks and more “Survivor: Family Edition.”
But here’s the twist: these weren’t the vulnerable kids Grammy remembered. Raised by a mother determined to break the cycle, they were tight-knit, supportive, and ready to stand up for each other. The “evil” Grammy didn’t know what she was in for.
Sibling Solidarity: The Petty Revenge Playbook So, what do you do when you’re left alone with a notorious bully and a golden opportunity for some safe, satisfying revenge? You get creative, of course.
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Bending the Rules: The kids convinced Grammy their brother was totally allowed to swing on the half-door (what could possibly go wrong?), and that it was perfectly fine for them to watch an R-rated movie. Sorry, Grammy—no quick fact-checks in the pre-cell phone era!
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Standing United: Each time Grammy tried her old tricks—picking on the “disliked” grandchild—the siblings formed a united front, defending their own and refusing to let her get away with it. No yelling, no breaking things, just pure, relentless solidarity.
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Making Grammy’s Life…Well, Miserable: Without crossing any lines or breaking any laws, the siblings made sure Grammy’s stay was as uncomfortable as possible. If “petty revenge” had a gold standard, this would be it: all the satisfaction, none of the guilt.
The Aftermath: An Epic Exit When Mom returned, Grammy didn’t even bother with pleasantries. She met her daughter in the driveway, barely muttered a word, and peeled out like she was escaping a haunted house. Inside, the siblings donned their best angelic faces. When questioned, they simply shrugged, innocence itself.
The real kicker? Mom just laughed. After all, she knew exactly what Grammy was capable of—and she was more than a little proud that her kids had stood together without stooping to Grammy’s level.
Why This Story Resonates There’s something universally satisfying about petty revenge, especially when it’s served up to someone who’s had it coming for decades. But what really makes this story shine is the bond between the siblings. They didn’t just survive Grammy’s reign of terror—they turned it into a memory they could laugh about for years to come.
It’s a reminder that sometimes, the best way to break a cycle of toxicity isn’t confrontation or escalation, but quiet, clever resistance and a whole lot of teamwork. And let’s be honest: there’s a certain joy in knowing that even the most formidable villains can be outwitted by a pack of determined kids.
What’s Your Petty Revenge Story? Have you ever experienced a moment of sweet, harmless payback? Maybe you and your siblings pulled off a legendary prank, or you finally stood up to a family tyrant in your own way. Share your tales in the comments—let’s celebrate the art of petty revenge (and the power of family solidarity)!
And remember: sometimes, the best revenge is simply refusing to play by the villain’s rules.
Inspired by u/Pixiedragon71’s original post on r/PettyRevenge. Read the full story here.
Original Reddit Post: Evil Grandmother