These Hilarious Santa Photo Fails Will Make Your Day

What’s cuter than seeing kids sitting on Santa’s lap? Kids rebelling against Santa’s lap!

It’s supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year, but just imagine: You’re used to snuggling with your family, and suddenly, out of nowhere, you’re plopped down on the lap of a stranger. He’s wearing a bright red suit, has so much white hair you can barely see his face, and everyone is staring at you.

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You can see how some kids might not think it’s so fun. But the Santa’s lap tradition will live on, because how else can your little one ask Kris Kringle for that puppy or new bike in person? Eventually, the kids will be begging to go back to Santaland. And in the meantime, you have the photos you’ve been waiting for – even if Santa’s the only jolly one.

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We asked parents to share their most adorable Santa’s lap photos gone wrong, and we still can’t stop smiling. Even in tears, these kids are the cutest.