Thankful for Thanksgiving!

I've been thinking that I really like Thanksgiving. What a great holiday, I mean, it started from two ethnically different groups of people celebrating the ways they helped each other out. Another great thing about this holiday is that there isn't a whole lot that the commercialization sector of society can do to ruin it. There's no stress over what to give someone or what you're getting (don't get me wrong, I love a good gift as much as the next gal but sometimes it can be too much) and the decorations aren't even that different from the Halloween ones (similar color schemes at least--unless you go way into the scary stuff). It's a whole holiday about eating good food, being with friends and family, and taking a moment to think about all the things/people/situations that you're grateful for. What could be more uplifting than that? Yup, this holiday is quickly becoming one of my favorites. I am a bit sad that I won't get to help my mom and sisters whip up a cooking frenzy the day before and the day of the feast--not to worry, I'm grateful for those memories, and am looking forward to having a great time this year! Since I won't see any of you on this gratifying day, let me know at least one thing you're thankful for in your comments.