We skipped our annual Christmas celebrations with extended family and went on vacation instead — just the 4 of us

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Author Margie Pumpa and husband smiling with colorful cups in caravan
I'm fortunate to come from a close family that values large Christmas gatherings; however, our travel plans meant last year's festivities looked a little different.

Margie Pumpa

I took my grocery list to Aldi and Costco. Some surprising price differences left me questioning my membership at the latter.

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Composite of author Savannah Born's selfie outside of an Aldi next to author Savannah Born's selfie outside of a Costco
My household is on the smaller and slower-consuming end, so I'm not sure Costco is the best place for us to shop now that I've seen how great some of Aldi's deals can be.

Savannah Born

I flew overseas for a festival. I don't regret my trip, but I wouldn't travel like this again.

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A shot of the Afro Nation stage in Portugal.
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Syeda Khaula Saad

I'm a dietitian and mom of 2. I swear by these 7 Costco buys to make nutritious meals for my family in under 30 minutes.

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Ana Reisdorf family on the couch
I do my weekly grocery shop at Costco.

Ana Reisdorf

I lived in Europe for almost a decade. Here are the 6 cities you should visit during the holiday season.

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The author posing with a cup of mulled wine at the Noël au Quai.
I loved traveling throughout Europe during the holiday season to visit famous Christmas markets.

Denae McGaha

I sold my house and moved my kid across the US to live with my parents. I'm not sure the benefits are worth all I gave up.

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Woman smiling with coffee
Though I grew up in Maryland, it doesn't feel like home anymore and I miss the life I built for myself in Washington.

Emma Woodward

I'm 39 and unmarried, but I proudly send out holiday cards every year to celebrate all I've accomplished

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A holiday card with six photos of Emily traveling, and the message
Now, solo cards are part of my holiday tradition. I send them to family and friends every year to celebrate my accomplishments.

Emily Hart

I spent 9 months traveling the world. I had a great time, but I'd never do it again.

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Dasha looks back at the camera while sitting at the Cliffs of Moher in Ireland.
I spent nine months traveling the world in 2021.

Dasha Kofman

6 mistakes to avoid when decorating for the holidays, according to interior designers

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A living room decorated for Christmas, complete with a tree and presents, a wreath on the wall, and other decorations.
Interior designers shared mistakes you should avoid when decorating your home for the holidays.

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I worried I'd hate living in Portland — but just 5 years later, I've completely fallen in love with the Oregon city

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Author Elizabeth Aldrich smiling at a waterfall
I thought I'd always hate living in Portland, where I grew up. After five years of living here as an adult, it's become my favorite city.

Elizabeth Aldrich

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