Christmas is a time of happiness and fun for many people but some find the festive season to be difficult.
To emphasise that need for consideration, some local youngsters have been expressing their inner Grinch grumpiness or their Elf-like enthusiasm.
Break is a local charity which works to make life better for children and young people on the edge of care, in care and leaving care.
As part of its Christmas appeal, a range of festive jumpers designed by young care leavers have been launched to raise funds for the charity's Make a Dream fund.
Break chief executive Rachel Cowdry said: "Christmas can be magical but for those growing up in care it can be a particularly challenging time.
READ MORE: 'A huge step forward' - Norwich's first electric bus fleet launched
“We pride ourselves on all our work being co-produced with the young people we support and our Christmas jumpers show just how conflicting the festive season can be."
The jumpers feature messages including "I am so NOT doing Christmas" and "It's Christmas, apparently" as well as happy messages.
Make a Dream aims to help give young people in care experiences and opportunities that they may ordinarily miss out on.
READ MORE: Teen's best friend died days before 16th birthday after battle with tumour
Ms Cowdry added: “It’s not just about getting a gift at Christmas.
“These dreams will have a real lasting impact.”
Richie, 21, a young care leaver, said: “My money has to go on things like food and bills and there’s not much left over at the end of the month.
“Thanks to Break’s Make a Dream fund it was the first time I’ve been able to get a proper winter coat.
READ MORE: Plans for new toy shop and cafe at former electric bike unit
“Having nice clothes really helps you to feel better in yourself.”
The jumpers are priced at £34.99 for adults and £21.99 for children, with 5pc off for those who buy two or more using the code "GIFTADREAM".
The charity's annual carol concert is being held on December 7 at St John the Baptist Cathedral in Norwich. Head to break-charity.org for more details.
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules here