Ice cold disasters that shook the planet
You feel bad that she’s doing so much, but she also cooks like no one else can.
They’re constantly taking calls and sending emails, glued to their phone. You never know, however, if they’re working hard or avoiding family.
They’re trying to put on a good face, maybe even holding off news of the divorce until after the holiday season, but everyone can tell something’s off by the way they’re verbally stabbing each other at every chance.
They haven’t shown up in years, but suddenly they reemerge, all grown up and handing out heart attacks.
They’re the ones responsible for those highly offensive remarks that everyone drinks about in the name of just getting through the night.
He peaked in high school, and it shows. But he'll keep telling you those same five stories, and you'll keep listening.
She's the one constantly refilling her glass, but she's also awesome because she'll laugh really loud at practically anything.
They say they have a busy schedule, and it's only after they're gone that you realize they were really just there for the food.
Whether they’re a dad or not, they have mastered the genre of bad jokes, almost as if they’ve been rehearsing all year.
The lonely neighbor someone invited to the family gathering, who stays mostly quiet except until they share some strangely strong opinion on the Illuminati.
They’re constantly taking calls and sending emails, glued to their phone. You never know, however, if they’re working hard or avoiding family.
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The presents must be opened at the same time every year, the cheesy potatoes have to use the same three cheeses, and the same movie must be watched, or else why do it at all?!
These aunties always have something, or someone, to talk about, and they never hesitate to spill the tea.
For many years, you have come face to face with this person, and they probably remember so much about you, but it's just too late to ask.
You can find them in the corner having a silent panic attack after being bombarded with questions about their future, their degree, their love life, etc.
They are the square in your circular family, but you pretend no one notices.
Stereotypical relatives at every family gathering
Do you recognize yourself?
LIFESTYLE Humor
Yes, seeing the family together is one of the most wonderful and special parts about reunions, but you have to admit things can get a bit hectic among the family you didn't choose. In previous years, you probably didn't truly feel excited for these gatherings. Now you do, as you missed them so much!
Click through to see the hilariously predictable relatives you'll find at nearly every family reunion. Do you recognize yourself?