United Kingdom, Dec. 30 -- Britney Spears has sent a sarcastic Christmas message to her family.

The 44-year-old pop star has previously been open about her turbulent relationship with her family, and Britney has taken to social media to pen a belated, sarcastic Christmas message to them.

Alongside a photo of a Christmas tree, Britney wrote on Instagram: "Merry late Christmas to my beautiful family who have never disrespected me, harmed me, ever done anything completely unacceptable or caused unbelievable trauma, the kind you can't fix . to my dear sweet innocent family . so so sorry I was busy this Christmas but I will definitely show up and surprise you soon . I can't wait .. hello, beautiful Ivy . I just want to hold you, my love . Go...