You might not see these relatives often, but you'll eat good food, catch up, hear a few stories more than twice, and leave with leftovers. Hopefully, somewhere along the way, you'll also find out whose baby you've been entertaining.

You can walk into a family gathering, say hello to about three people and end up holding a random baby whose parents you haven't identified yet. Everyone seems confident that you know who this is, so you smile and ask how old he is. That feels safe. Asking "Which one are you?" could make things awkward. 

The cousin you remember carrying around is suddenly taller. You crouch down, put on your baby voice and ask him if he wants a cookie. "No, I already had one." Excuse me? Since when does this kid speak in full sentences?? I thought I was supposed to make funny faces at you. He's barely taller than the coffee table, but he can explain what he ate for breakfast. Time flies! I swear he was a baby the last time I saw him. 

Your uncle starts telling a story, and three people interrupt to correct details that have nothing to do with the point and lead the conversation to another topic. Your uncle never gets to finish his story, but it doesn't matter because you think you've already heard that story before. 

And yes, there will be unwanted questions about your life, followed by unsolicited advice from an aunt. You've barely figured out next week, yet your aunt would love to know a timeline for your next five years. When will you graduate? Are you seeing someone? When are you getting married? Luckily, a kid needs help opening something. You've never been happier to investigate a juice box. 

These family gathering memes are for all those moments you can explain to your cousins with one look across the table. Send them a few now before the next invitation arrives and everyone starts asking what time you're getting there.