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Royal Pains

“This is me and my family. It was a stinking hot summer’s day (in Sydney, Australia) and we’d driven down from the country in the Tarago. They ran out of costumes, so I’m wrapped in mum’s cloak. None of us were happy about the idea. Can you tell?”

(submitted by Sarah in Australia)

Public Transportation

This kitty didn’t ask for a window seat.

(submitted by Katy)

Shiner

“This is a family photo taken after I ran into a wall…. unfortunately the portrait appointment was already scheduled. The show must go on!”

(submitted by Elizabeth)

Seacup

“My in-laws live on a farm in central Virginia. One particular afternoon I wanted to get some photos of my father-in-law. Naturally he was outside tending to his horses. This horse needed some shots and we all know horses don’t comply when they see the ‘needle.'”

(submitted by Chris)

Whitewash

“This is my mother’s side of the family. I believe the occasion was my step-grandfather’s 75th birthday, and, as you can see, the instructions were to wear white and khaki for this very special photo.”

(submitted by Liana)

Little Fockers Holiday Photo Contest

Dear AFP Family,

Thanks to everyone for sending in their awkward photos and proving once again that the holidays truly are the most uncomfortable time of the year! It wasn’t easy to narrow down the field but we made our list of finalists and after checking it twice it’s now up to you to decide the winner. Vote for your favorite photo as many times as you like before December 21st at 11:59 PST. The most festively awkward pic takes over the homepage on 12/22 and receives a signed copy of the Awkward Family Photos book (as well as some fun stocking stuffers from our friends at Universal & YFrog).

Vote for your favorite below. Check out all of the submissions here.

And don’t forget that “Little Fockers” starring Robert De Niro and Ben Stiller is now in theaters!