Awkward Family Pictures

First, I cannot claim this idea as my own...no I have to thank my friend Charlie Landis for this glorious burst of creativity!

In the program that I run at the Y, we are getting ready to start a new lesson series titled IDENTITY. The whole idea of the series is understanding who we are as people and all of the different dynamics that are in play in defining who we are as people. The first lesson in the Identity series is titled "All in the Family," which explores the role families play in shaping people's outlook on life.

After lunch yesterday, Charlie gave me the great idea of finding awkward family photos to show as part of the lesson. We are going to use these as an intro to illustrate that all families are different. These are so hilarious, I thought I'd share some of the better ones the internet has to offer. Hope you enjoy!

We're all special...in our own ways.

"Mom, I've gotta pee!" "Well we're taking the picture anyway...whether you're in it or not!"

Did they realize the creepy man was in their picture?

Wait a second, we forgot to invite Goldilocks for the family picture!

Can we get a consensus on the dress code, please?

4 generations of mustaches

Dad, I'll look angry while you flex!

Can you hurry up and just take it already?

Do you have a special someone in your life?

If you're going to act like that, we don't want you in the picture.

Grandpa: "Well if you'd cut your hair, then we'd be able to see everyone in the picture!"

Let's see your best lion look!

"Mom, I tried to tell you there's something wrong with dad!"

"Look back at me mean. Like a...like a dragon"

As I was saying, we are using these pictures to illustrate the differences in family dynamics and how that feeds into who we are today - and lets be honest here - they are hilarious!

Since we all come from different family backgrounds, its good to recognize the things about our families that make us unique. So what is something strange, quirky or otherwise bizarre that your family does? Better yet, do you have any family pictures that rival these for the most awkward of all time?