Hi Ellie,
The last few years, I haven't felt hypomanic; I've been a bit depressed. It's just hard 'cause for the last few years I haven't had any money to buy my parents, sister, etc. any gifts and I enjoy doing that. This year is hopefully the last year that I will be broke; next year I hope to have my career and that will help me feel a bit better for sure.
Although my mood hasn't been as high as I would like it lately, I am looking foward to seeing my family. And I know that will make me happy.
Either way, I hope you have a great holiday; I hope all of us do!