This is too sweet not to share.
A proud dad has spent the past 25 years video taping his kids coming down the stairs every Christmas morning – from the time they can barely toddle to their awkward teen years and beyond.
His son, Nick Confalone, has edited together the home movies into an ode to holiday joy, soundtracked by Vince Guaraldi’s “Christmas Time is Here.” He posted the video on youTube with the comment: “Every year, our dad would tape us coming down the stairs. This is a compilation of all the videos I could find. Relatives and pets grow up and disappear, and new extended family members appear in their place.”
The video captures all the excitement of Christmas morning and how that evolves as families grow and change over the years.
Watch and prepare to feel all fuzzy:
Do you have any Christmas traditions that you roll out every year?
If Santa saw these photos, he’d say ha-ha-ha instead of ho-ho-ho. From taking the annual holiday family photo in the nude to Santas with black eyes and a daddy in a onesie – these holiday cards are hilarious. And cringe-worthy.
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Anybody else suddenly craving pizza?
A Literal Low Blow
Frankie was very excited to see Santa that year.
Grin and Bear It
Clearly she is not the Angel of Mercy.
Spit Baby, Spit
Spit happens -- even on Christmas.
Soldier On
It was this or sugar plum fairies, and dad put his foot down.
Oh, Deer!
Rudolph rejoiced when he finally got the corndog plant he'd been begging Santa for.
Speaking of the Nutcracker…
They said no cartwheels near the tree, but nobody said anything about splits.
Sister Photobomb
Santa's not the only one watching.
Axe Nicely
This rare portrait of young Stephen King and his family explains a lot.
Talk to the Hand
That's right, little sis. All these presents are for me.
Who Hears Daddy on the Roof?
The kids aren't falling for dad's antics again this year.
Oh, Holey Card
They may or may not be playing with a full deck.
You've Got Mail
Play your cards right, and you'll get on the Johnsons' holiday mailing list.
Silent Night
Sorry, guys. Maybe you'll get that Atari next year.
All Fired Up
In some families, Christmas is nothing but a drag.
Season’s Beatings
We know who’s been naughty not nice this year. No presents for you, Santa -- not even bail money.
Different Strokes
The kids were given a choice: Put on tacky red suits like Mum and Dad, or go with swimwear. It meant lifelong wedgies either way.
Three’s Company
We’re really looking forward to the new reality show Santa Wives.
Oh My Goth
They’re dreaming of a black Christmas.
Survivor: Christmas
Santa’s definitely going to vote them off the island.
Regifting
They say that it’s the thought that counts, but we’d be totally freaked out if we found this Stepford family under our tree.
Real Swingers
Those golf clubs Dad gave Mum last year are finally coming in handy!
To Tree or Not to Tree
Even Charlie Brown laughs at this Christmas shrub.
Daddy's Onesie?
Back when Santa was young, he worked two jobs to make ends meet: present giver and circus contortionist.
Cookie Monster
Eat one of her Christmas treats or else she’ll make you wear a scary holiday vest, too.
Objection of Affection
It’s 2:26 p.m. on Christmas Eve. Judging from the preacher’s face, they’ll be annulled by New Year’s.
Hide the Yule Log
We’re glad they’re not posing under the mistletoe.
Matchy-Match
Every family falls into ugly patterns at times -- especially around the holidays.
Black Sheep
No kids ever wanted to sit on poor Santa’s stepbrother’s lap.
What a Catch
Santa was expecting cookies, not fish sticks on Christmas Eve. The kids were, too.
The More Masked the Merrier
They’re all ready for the holidays -- and an impending biological disaster.
Bring in the Creepy Clown
Santa’s falling asleep and he needs backup...from Bozo?
Flannel Pajama Mamas
If that’s what they’re wearing on the outside, imagine the granny knickers underneath.
Straight Shooters
The family that preys together stays together.
Star Wars vs. Charlie's Angels
The cardboard cutouts are from Star Wars; the poses are from Charlie’s Angels. The result: this seriously confused Christmas photo.
Totally Scrooged
What'chu lookin' at, Santa?
Distant Relative
A rebel without a Claus at age three.
Thank You, Mother Nature
It’s snowing men. Hallelujah, it’s snowing men!
Thank You, Mother Nature
It’s snowing men. Hallelujah, it’s snowing men!
Bath Time Warp
Because nothing says Christmas in the ‘70s like a communal family tub.
Tongue Tied
These folks really made out at Christmas.
The Light of Their Life
Outlets are very dangerous kids, but wrapping you in Christmas lights is all in fun.
I Spy Santa
He used to be in the CIA - old hiding habits die hard.
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