"My social circle mainly consists of Gen Zers and young millennials who are early-career professionals, first-generation immigrants, pursuing further education, or raising small children. We also happen to live in the California Bay Area, where the median income of over $120,000. Being frugal doesn't mean we cannot have a great Christmas gathering. It just means we have to reset our expectations and values, and prioritize what matters the most to us: time with each other."
"For the size of my small loft apartment, I decided that eight guests would be the maximum number the space could comfortably accommodate. I also decided to have the gathering on the night of December 25 so that I have the day off to prepare. As for the itinerary, the plan is to start with a potluck, then proceed to some mulled wine making if we have enough ingredients to do it on the spot,"
Host a small, low-cost Christmas for eight guests in a small Bay Area loft, scheduled for the night of December 25 to allow a full day of preparation. Prioritize time together through a potluck, optional mulled-wine making, and an optional gift and ornament exchange. Set a personal budget around $100 to cover decor, food, and a gift. Use secondhand decorations: a four-foot white tree with built-in lights bought for $25, a $12 string of lights, and a mix of collected and flea-market ornaments. Emphasize frugality, sustainability, and resetting expectations to focus on shared presence rather than expense.
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