then open in external browser
and click "Open in External Browser" 
Hey there! So, we’re diving into the wonderfully weird world of family Christmas photos. You know, those pictures where everything that could go wrong does? Yep, that’s the fun we’re having today.
This post may include affiliate links.
When Your Mormon Coworker’s Christmas Card Is a Sneaky Prank
So, this guy’s Mormon, and people always ask if he has multiple wives. Nope, he doesn’t. But for his Christmas card, he decided to mess with everyone by pretending he did. The extra ladies? Just his wife’s friends and neighbors - all in on the joke. Classic! Funny people rock.
Dogs Having the Worst Christmas Ever
We tried taking a sweet family Christmas photo... but the dogs? Total grumps. This shot was the absolute worst, but now it's our favorite conversation starter. Front door vibes here in St. Louis!
Sure, you get a few shiny, perfect pics. But the real gems? Those awkward, candid moments where something hilarious is happening. It’s like capturing the family’s secret chaos!
A top photographer once said it’s all about those little connections: the silly laughs, the random hugs, or someone totally off guard - that’s the good stuff that sticks in your memory.
So, treasure the imperfect shots - they make your family gatherings way more fun when you look back!
Our Cats Stole The Spotlight in Our 80s Christmas Card
We were staring at the perfect light, ready for our Christmas card, but our cats? Totally distracted by the toys we set out. Classic cat move.
Trying to Get My Kid to Sit for Christmas Pics = Comedy Gold
I just wanted to peel my daughter off me, plop her on the bench, and dart off out of frame. But instead? It looks like I ditched my kids and ran for the hills. Same difference, right?
Worried about messy Christmas photos? Don’t! Experts say just drop the perfection act, have fun, wear what’s comfy (not costume-like), and let the camera catch you being you - goofy moves and all.
Kids? Keep it chill - no pressure, keep it fun, and watch magic happen. The best pics? Usually the unplanned ones.
Grandma’s Hilariously Frankensteined Christmas Card
Back in the early 70s, Grandma didn't like Dad's serious face on the Christmas card. So she snipped a smiling one from another picture, glued it over, and sent it off. Bonus points for the visible glue - oops! Still one of the funniest cards sent to hundreds.
On the technical side (because hey, someone has to talk about lighting), one pro says keep decorations simple - just a few nice touches, not clutter city. And for killer light, shoot near sunset for that golden glow and cool background lights.
That One Time We Thought a Santa Photo Would Be Easy
We went to the mall, everything was great - no crying kid, short line - except Santa was looking somewhere else the whole time. Classic.
We chatted with a guy who’s all about awkward family photos and he says there’s just something hilarious about matching outfits. And Santa pics? Classic gold! Crying kids + jolly Santa = endless laughs.
Oh, and holiday family gatherings bring all the awkward vibes, which somehow makes for the best photos ever!
Turns out, how families approach holiday pics varies by generation and place. Older folks love the classic, posed look. Younger folks? More about real moments and laughs. Some places go all casual nature vibes, others are all about perfect coordination. None is wrong - it’s about what feels right for your crew.
Oops moments are normal in holiday photos. Overdressing kids, forcing smiles, or crazy poses cause cringe-worthy results. Stress shows up too - kids can sense it, and that tension pops in photos.
But here’s the kicker: those surprises, like a kid throwing a fit or someone bursting out laughing, usually make the best memories.
Trying to Get Our Dog to Stay in the Christmas Photo was a Joke
We tried super hard for a perfect family photo with our dog Rylee. Spoiler: he kept wandering off. Later, our photographer called and said, ‘I found where Rylee was.’ Mystery solved.
When Your Husband Can’t Make It So You Bring His Stand-In
Hubby bailed on the family photo shoot, so I brought a 'replacement.' This pic hit all our Christmas cards. Spoiler alert: hubby’s fam was not impressed, and he ignored me for days.
Research backs it up - family photos aren’t about perfect smiles but capturing life as it really was. Those real, messy moments? They’re priceless memories that last forever.
Family Hot Tub Christmas Photo: Wine and Candles Included
New hot tub excitement led Grandma to hire a pro photographer. They posed with wine and candles for the Christmas card - even though the kids were way too young for drinks. Oh, holiday logic!
When You’re Five and Think Candles Are a Snack
I was five, my brother 18 months old, and he thought the candles were probably tasty. Spoiler: they are not.
My Attempt at Christmas Card Photos with My Boys Didn’t Go So Well
My 5-year-old refused to cooperate (look under the sign for proof), and the baby? Yeah, he was puking. Somehow this ended up being my favorite shot.
The Legendary Christmas Photo Shoot of 1984
Dad rocked short shorts and high socks like a champ, sister nailed the cheerleader pose, and me? Rocking the single jazz hand. This is the awkward glory of our 1984 Christmas card.
Last Year’s Christmas Group Photo That Was Mostly a Run Sprint
At last year's Christmas Eve party, I hit the button and tried to run into place, thinking 3 seconds was enough. Spoiler: it wasn’t. This is the resulting masterpiece.
Mom Made Us All Dress Alike One Christmas—And I Was Not Happy
I'm the one not smiling because I’m pretty sure I just got told off for talking back about the whole matching outfit madness. Thanks, Mom.
Christmas Cheerleader Challenge: What Could Go Wrong?
At a party, a cheerleader friend made us try our best cheerleading moves. The result? Let’s just say it was unforgettable.
42
0