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Does Thanksgiving Ever Feel Left Out?

And other holiday musings...

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Does Thanksgiving Ever Feel Left Out?
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Over the past week or so of my Thanksgiving break, I've had plenty of time to form and answer such musings as "do I want more stuffing," (yes) and "should I start my final paper," (probably). But now I'm left with one more that I hadn't really anticipated thinking much of- does Thanksgiving (yes, the holiday itself) ever seem or feel left out?

There is no doubt that we, as Americans, typically celebrate the holiday- differing views regarding its political correctness or historical accuracy aside, it has become somewhat of a symbol for us. However it is also situated perfected between Halloween and Christmastime which for most people means it gets pushed aside and is relegated to a single day of eating food and not a day or festivities and thoughtfulness.

Whereas wintertime sees the beginning of Christian and other religious festivities or prayer and feast days, November in the United States sees one good old fashioned "Turkey Day" and that's it. There are few decorations available in stores for Thanksgiving in general although there are a plethora of Halloween and then Christmas decorations on sale. It seems like as soon as Halloween ends stores have already pushed out their Christmas tree ornaments and decor. As a matter of fact, I drove down the street the other day and saw people putting out their Christmas ornaments before Thanksgiving Day had even come to pass. Remarkable, really.

As it is a holiday, I highly doubt Thanksgiving feels left out in general, but my real question and thought process here comes in regard to whether or not we should revel in the fall festivity more than we already do. As it has become a time to share our thanks with kindred spirits and family or friends, I think it brings an air of camaraderie and good intentions with it that we miss in the majority of other holidays. Wintertime holidays are equal parts religiously centered and also selfishly based around receiving gifts. National holidays often get us out of school or work and are cause for celebratory dinners and drinks. But Thanksgiving is something more, something more reserved and peaceful.

Don't get me wrong- everybody celebrates things differently, but it seems like sharing a simple meal and the warmth of somebody's heart and home strike me as a much kinder gift than any blender or candy ever could. So I hope you've all enjoyed the time off work and out of school this Thanksgiving as well as the time together with friends and family you may only have a few chances each year to be with.

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