Turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, green beans, bacon, cranberry sauce, ham, jello; depending on the person this seems to be the perfect plate to pour hot gravy all over. Whether you're into the mixing of the foods or not, you can't go wrong with gravy. I have listed the top five reasons why Thanksgiving is the best holiday.

1. Gravy

It's savory deliciousness. Gravy is the perfect topping to any hot food. It's so easy to pour and it tastes a bit like heaven in your mouth. It practically is the scent of Thanksgiving and brings the whole dinner together.

2. Family

Who doesn't love to see their family? For many families, Thanksgiving means traveling to other family members' houses, and staying jam-packed in a too small house on an uncomfortable couch that you have to share with your uncle Bill. The closeness is what makes everything so special. Being surrounded by family and having unique traditions is a part of what makes the holiday so special and important.

3. Home cooked meals

If you're a college student like me, the dining hall isn't exactly a 5 star restaurant. Coming home to a house that smells of home cooked food and feels warm is one of the most satisfying feelings of all time. Also, that homemade gravy is delicious.

4. The celebration of our country's first coming together

Thanksgiving celebrates the anniversary of the first blessing of the harvest and of the preceding year. It is a holiday that serves as a reminder to be thankful for family and everything we as people have.

5. 'Tis the Season

Thanksgiving is right smack in the middle of autumn. The beautiful changing leaves and crisp fall air create a environment I personally never want to leave. It is the time when hot cider, pumpkin carving, apple picking, and snuggling by the fire are the best. Also, as our youth would say, "it's cuffing season."