The holiday season is upon us, which means it’s time for those sometimes awkward family Christmas cards. We’ve all received those glossy cards showcasing picture-perfect families bragging about vacations, academic achievements, and unexpected promotions. But let me tell you, nothing beats the brutally honest approach taken by one mom’s Christmas card that made waves on Reddit.
Meet the Johnson Family
Meet the Johnson family: Sarah, her husband Mike, and their three kids—two-year-old Chloe, ten-year-old Jake, and 19-year-old Emily. Sarah decided to lay it all out in their Christmas card this year, and it’s hilarious.
Chloe: The Tantrum Queen
Starting with little Chloe, Sarah writes, “Constantly cries and refuses to sleep when asked. Throws tantrums if she doesn’t get her favorite snacks after dinner.” Sound familiar? Instead of a glowing review of her artwork, Sarah quips, “Most of what she brings home from daycare looks like finger paint gone wrong. Our pride and joy (and the root of our wine habit).” Can anyone else relate to that?
Jake: The Uncoordinated Athlete
Next up is Jake, the ten-year-old. “Our lively yet surprisingly uncoordinated child just got cut from a soccer team that doesn’t even keep score. How does that even happen?” Sarah shares. He’s also a big fan of his tablet, and guess what? He just dropped his first curse word this year! While this might not be the kind of news you want to celebrate, if your kid can make it to ten without swearing up a storm, you’re probably doing alright as a parent.
Emily: The Aspiring Influencer
And then there’s Emily. While some families might use this card to boast about college plans or travel destinations, Emily is charting her own course. Sarah reveals, “She got fired from her job at the coffee shop for saying, ‘Just because I’m on the schedule doesn’t mean I have to show up.’” But wait, there’s more! “She wants to drop out of school to become Insta-famous,” Sarah continues. And to top it off, she recently got grounded for sneaking a boy into the house to watch a movie. Classic teenage antics!
Mike: The Shirt-Tucker
Sarah doesn’t hold back on her marriage either: “Mike still insists on tucking his shirt into his jeans and just took money from our savings to buy a new fishing boat. And his shoes? Still on the stairs after I’ve asked him to put them away three times.” Sorry, Mike, but you’re getting called out too!
The Trend of Honesty
People are absolutely loving the idea of a card that embraces the truth instead of the usual glossy exaggerations. Can we make honest Christmas cards a trend? Because let’s be real—this kind of authenticity is what makes us all feel connected.
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Conclusion
To wrap it up, this family’s genuine and unfiltered Christmas card is a refreshing reminder that real life isn’t all about perfection. It’s the messiness, the hilarity, and the struggles that make our families unforgettable.
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