I suppose it's a reflection of my age but I remember when grocery stores were the only thing open for Thanksgiving. Back then department stores actually put up the Christmas decorations after Thanksgiving. Now we're bombarded with Christmas ads in late October and department stores deck their halls before you put the Halloween candy away..
Though I don't have the same energy to put into cooking I once did, I love Thanksgiving for what it truly means. A time to come together with family and friends to break bread, laugh, watch some football and make new memories. With stores like Target and Walmart opening on Thanksgiving eve, I fear that the siren song of Black Friday deals have drowned out what the holidays are really about.
I realize that many of us are struggling financially. According to the expert economists the economy is on a slow rebound and things may get worse before they get better. My great grandmother always said that it's always darkest before the dawn and there is light ahead but let's not forget the truly precious things that can't be found in the aisles of Target, Kmart, Macy's or any other store.
I'm talking about love. Diamonds.may be a girl's best friend but the love of a husband, boyfriend, fiance or partner outshines the largest gem. Someone who stands by you through thick and thin is worth their weight in gold.
Good health is something else you can't tie up in a nice little package. Many of us who are fighting chronic illnesses would gladly trade anything to have a pain free day. Heck I would trade anything for a pain free hour. Life is tough and when Thanksgiving comes around , I get to show my love for my family by cooking a meal or making a cheesecake, chocolate cake or some dish or drink I know they enjoy.
Maybe it's because I don't have the energy to run with the bulls at midnight at Walmart that I'm waxing nostalgic about a holiday that I think is getting lost in the shuffle. So I just want to say that I hope you enjoyed your Thanksgiving. And if you are going out for Black Friday, don't forget your protective gear and maybe use a few football moves to make sure you don't get caught in the pocket.
Happy Thanksgiving
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