One of my friend's said something very true to me this week, that Thanksgiving, for her, is the only holiday left that hasn't been commercialized. I think maybe she was right. Besides the frozen turkey specials at the grocery store, Thanksgiving really is still mostly about visiting with family and friends. And eating.
I recently told my husband that I didn't have time for a holiday. Is that how busy we've all become? Too distracted and overwhelmed by work and responsibility? By the trials in our lives?
Today I am forcing myself to set down my editing assignments, the new story I've started, and even the laundry basket. I'm taking my kids to their grandparents house. Last night I even baked a blueberry pie while running back and forth to the laptop and wrapping early holiday gifts. I need a Thanksgiving. I need to be thankful more than I already try to be. And I need a holiday!
Take a break. It will all be there when you get back. Eat some turkey and lots of goodies. Thanksgiving only comes once a year. Make the most of it -- and Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours.
2 comments:
Happy Thanksgiving to you too. We don't celebrate it here, so there's no holiday :-( but I'm happy to hear that it's not commercialized and has been left as it should be - family, friends and eating. Perfect. Do you give presents?
Sue
Hi Sue! No, we don't do gifts just lots of food & family time. It's kind of the opener for the US holiday I guess. Have a great weekend!
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