I'm vegan, but the rest of my family isn't. So, I'm relying on these 8 tasty Trader Joe's finds this holiday season.

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I've discovered some of Trader Joe's best vegan holiday staples.

Stephanie Dreyer

I'm the eldest sibling and feel financial pressure during the holidays. I'm making less money this year and don't want to let my family down.

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The author (not pictured) had to figure out a holiday budget this year.

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My daughter started taking public transportation to school at just 10. The independence has given her a lot of confidence.

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My daughter and I during a trip to Morocco. I'm glad the independence she's gained while taking public transit in Washington, DC, has made her a more confident traveler anywhere we go.

Jamie Davis Smith

I shopped at Walmart in the Midwest and on the East Coast. Here are 7 surprising differences I noticed.

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Walmart stores vary by region.

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I spent my first sober Christmas alone. It was the best one I ever had.

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The author spent his first holidays sober my himself.

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I left my teaching job to become a freelance writer. I doubled my income in just 4 months.

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Ryan Crawley
Ryan Crawley, a former elementary school teacher who left his job to become a freelance writer.

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My family has holiday traditions for the entire month of December. It's chaotic, but I love it.

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The author's family celebrates the holiday season the entire month of December.

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My eating disorder ruined the holidays for me. Now in recovery, I'm able to enjoy them again.

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A family begin their holiday dinner.
 

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I thought my way of doing Christmas was the right one. Becoming a mom softened my idea of perfection.

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After the Christmas Party
The author (not pictured) realized people celebrate the holidays differently.

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I shopped in Target's dollar section and loved its options for last-minute gifts and stocking stuffers

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A Target storefront in Houston.
The author went to Target's dollar section for stocking stuffers and last-minute gifts.

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