Spotlight on the Importance of Giving Thanks
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Pumpkins, Squash, and Gourds are traditional foods/decorations for the Fall.
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A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving is a timeless television classic.
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With the train wreck 2020 has brought for everyone this year, many have been impacted in some way by the major issues of this current year. However with Thanksgiving coming right around the corner, this will allow many to look past the negatives of this year and instead focus on things that are most important or worth giving thanks towards. Even though there have been many terrible things that have happened in the year 2020, this year has perhaps made more people be thankful for the things that are closest to them. This outlook ties in directly with the main message of thanksgiving, which perhaps more Americans this year will appreciate instead of passing it over and looking ahead to Christmas. “I think that with everything going on in this world it is especially important to appreciate any oportunity of joy that happens,” senior Brandon Moser said. “We can not look past anytime to celebrate the highs of the year, even if this year has not been the best.” Besides tying into the main message of Thanksgiving, giving thanks is important for a lot of other reasons as well. The importance is quite significant as it helps to live a better life. “It is important to have things to be thankful for so you know what you are living for and to recognize the people in your lives,” senior Braden Ressler said. “Even though not everyone has those support systems, it is important to appreciate them as their love is unconditional.” Thanksgiving, however, is more than just a time of being thankful. Thanksgiving is also a time to connect amongst different people and cultures throughout the country, which is extremely important with some of the modern issues today. “With everything going on this year, it really makes me appreciate the things I have, because I see not everybody else has those things,” Ressler said. “It also makes me more aware of others’ struggles. With all the uncertainty that is happening in the world, Thanksgiving provides those with the perfect opportunity to take a break from all the bad things that are going on. Thanksgiving instead brings a time to reflect on the good in life as well as what is there. Even though a good majority of Americans look past Thanksgiving, it is important to really sit down and appreciate Thanksgiving for what it truly is. While Black Friday this year will be more online, Thanksgiving may not be as consumerous as Christmas, but the main message Thanksgiving holds is still equally important as Christmas for all. This year make sure to take the time to really appreciate Thanksgiving
The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is a festive tradition millions tune in to watch, but you will only be able to watch it on television this year.
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NFL on Thanksgiving gives sports lovers plenty to enjoy during the holiday
and not take it for granted. The true message of thanksgiving is one many can truly learn and grow from.
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