Mine is coming up this Tuesday. I was excited, but now i don't think I'll be able to go. My boss said to bring food. I only have $40 that needs to last me until Friday, when we get paid. I would like to go, but feel like I would feel out of place. I hope my boss doesn't consider this "party" as madatory.. I don't think people realize how badly people might be doing financially, especially this time of year. I also hope she doesn't think too much into why I am not going.