In our November/December issue we asked some of our contributors to share how their families embrace the holiday season. Katherine Gaudet told us the story of her struggles balancing a long-distance relationship with family expectations, and the joy she’s found since settling down and starting her own traditions. Click the link in our bio to read the full story and find out why Italian cuisine may be the key to a low-stress holiday!⁠ ⁠ Story: ksgaudet⁠ Illustration: livryderart⁠ _____⁠ ⁠ #themainemag #loveme #mainechristmas #holidaytraditions⁠