Giving Thanks

Spotlight on the Importance of Giving Thanks

Photo by Alasam from Creative Commons — Ryan Ulrich, Sports and News Editor Photo by Martha_Chapa from Creative Commons Pumpkins, Squash, and Gourds are traditional foods/decorations for the Fall. 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 The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is a festive tradition millions tune in to watch, but you will only be able to and instead focus on things that are most important or worth giving watch it on television thanks towards. this year. 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,” Photo by Lorianne DiSabato senior Braden Ressler said. “Even though not everyone has those from Creative Commons support systems, it is important to appreciate them as their love is A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving unconditional.” Thanksgiving, however, is more than just a time of being thankful. is a timeless television classic. Thanksgiving is also a time to connect amongst different people and cultures throughout the country, which is extremely important with Photo by Thisgetsold from some of the modern issues today. Creative Commons “With everything going on this year, it really makes me appreciate the things I have, because I see not everybody else has those things,” NFL on Thanksgiving gives Ressler said. “It also makes me more aware of others’ struggles. sports lovers plenty to With all the uncertainty that is happening in the world, Thanksgiving enjoy during the holiday 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 and not take it for granted. The true message of thanksgiving is one many can truly learn and grow from.

Use These Ingredients to Plan a Budget Thanksgiving

— Daden Dolajak, General Reporter

Turkey

1 12-20 pound turkey ▢ 1 onion, peeled and quartered ▢ 1 lemon, quartered ▢ 1 apple (your favorite kind), quartered ▢ .75 ounce container fresh rosemary * ▢ .75 ounce container fresh thyme * ▢ .75 ounce container fresh sage *

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Pumpkin Pie

▢ 1 pie crust ▢ 1/2 tsp. ground ginger ▢ 1/4 tsp. ground cloves ▢ 1 (12 oz.) can evaporated milk Photo by Djwtwo from Creative Commons

Mashed Potatoes

▢ 5 large potatoes, peeled and cubed ▢ 2 Tbsp. sugar ▢ 2 Tbsp. butter ▢ 1 tsp. salt ▢ 1/2 cup milk

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Classic Stuffing

▢ 8-10 cups dried bread, cubed or torn (You can use anything including hot dog buns, dinner rolls or French bread.) ▢ 1/2-1 lb. pork sausage ▢ 1/2-1 onion (or onion powder to taste) ▢ 3 eggs, slightly beaten ▢ 1 1/2 cups broth* ▢ 1 chicken bouillon cube ▢ 1/4-1/2 cup butter or margarine ▢ 3 heaping tsp. ground sage ▢ salt and pepper ▢ 1 small bag or box of seasoned croutons