Giving thanks
Thanksgiving is almost here, and this year we’re excited because we’ll have family in town. My aunts and cousin are coming to Arizona all the way from Michigan, and my daughter will finally get to meet more of her family.
The thing I like about Thanksgiving is that it gives us a chance to remember things that are going well in our lives. Being a grown-up isn’t a bed of roses, so sometimes it’s hard to recognize when things aren’t so bad. But sitting around a table full of food, in a room filled with family, it’s a little easier to count your blessings.
I’m still not ready to host dinner at my house yet, but it might be nice for me to bring some flowers or a centerpiece to my mother’s table. I’ve had good luck getting her flowers from 1-800-Flowers in the past, so I think their Thanksgiving flowers won’t disappoint either.
Our family has a special tradition we follow on each Thanksgiving. Before we eat, we go around the table and each person shares some reasons they are thankful. It can get pretty funny when kids get their turn, but it gives everyone a nice feeling. And hearing other people’s reasons can give you even more ideas.
What are you doing for Thanksgiving this year? Any special traditions that your family practices? How do you decorate your table?
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In my country, we don’t celebrate Thanksgiving day, so i can’t share any experience with it. But we do have similar holiday once yearly when families celebrate with friends. On that they we go to church, and make wealthy dinner for guests.
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We don’t celebrate Thanksgiving Day, but I want to know if in The States is more important for you to celebrate this day than to celebrate Christmas Eve for example? Or maybe they have the same importance, I don’t know please tell me.
Regards!Merry Christmas