The last time I felt the magical effect of Christmas was almost three years ago. I haven't put up my own Christmas tree, I have only seen decorations in stores, and I'm too broke to buy gifts for my loved ones. It's the best time of year?

It should be the best time of the year. The holidays are meant to be comforting, relaxing, and full of people we care about, but I think it's hard for us to see it that way now that we've grown up.