Well, I believe it's safe to say that 2016 has been one of the craziest years in history. Lots of stuff has gone down, making waves across the country. From mass shootings to an insane presidential election, this year has left people scratching their heads and hating the world. It seems to many that there is no hope, no good left in the world. There's nothing left in this world to be thankful for.

No matter how crazy this world is becoming, no matter how many terrible things are happening: Don't cancel Thanksgiving.

Yes, this year has been a roller coaster. Yes, there have been lots of hurtful things that have happened this year. But that doesn't mean there is nothing left to be thankful for. Bad things happen every year. It's a part of life. Some years just have more bad things than others. No matter how upset or discouraged you are, Thanksgiving is still important. It's arguably even more important during times like this.

Thanksgiving doesn't exist for us to just eat the most massive meal of the year (which I am looking forward to, I am gaining all of my freshman 15 during Thanksgiving break). It also exists for us to count our blessings, and be thankful for them. Take some time to look past all the evil in this world, and appreciate the good that's still there. Be thankful for family, friends, life, laughter and happiness. Realize the world isn't all bad. There's still good out there. Let this Thanksgiving open your eyes to the good things of this world.

And don't forget the turkey.