[MaskTVMaura]

We have a difficult time financially during the holiday season because my husband's work shuts down and he is left without any work or pay during this time. So we have to scrounge a way to just come up with our regular household income, let alone have any extra cash for gifts and such.

I choose to celebrate the season by spending time with my friends and enjoying good food. We decorate the house and our tree, but we just don't put any gifts under the tree.

Make the holiday work for you on your terms and don't be pressured to celebrate in any one else's way.