Thanksgiving Traditions | What's Yours?

Thanksgiving is right around the corner and I find myself getting very excited for another huge, delicious dinner with my family and friends. In preparation for eating galore with no qualms about it and lounging with the people I love most, I have put together a few of my favorite Thanksgiving Day traditions.

Family & Friends. Of course we all love being around the ones we love for the holidays. For my Thanksgivings, I am usually with my mom's parents and her side of the family. The photo at the top left is from a Thanksgiving dinner we had couple years ago. Not a ton of people, but just right.

Macy's Day Parade/Football. At some point in the chaos of everyone greeting, catching up, cooking, and munching, the TV will be turned on and the parade or football is a sure pick. Although... it will most likely be muted as my Papa can't stand the TV.

Before Dinner Prayer/After Dinner Joke. Before everyone digs into all the delicious food, everyone stands around the table holding hands while a prayer is said in thanks. After dinner, while all the food is settling, someone will inevitably ask Papa to tell his traditional Thanksgiving day joke. This joke is by no means the funniest thing you'll ever hear, but the reason we all love it, is because at the end of this G-rated joke that involves a lizard, a turtle, and a rabbit, there's a bad word, and hearing Papa say this word just cracks everyone up. He'll say it slowly and deliberately, and we all listen intently, waiting for him to say it, and at the the end there will be a huge outburst of laughter.

Black Friday Shopping. Usually, the day after Thanksgiving, my mom and I will wake up a little early and grab the newspaper to check for any great deals. It's mostly the search through the paper that we enjoy over a nice cup of coffee and some breakfast. Then, as everyone else starts waking up, we'll recruit a few people who may want  to join in on the day of shopping.

I've also selected a few of my favorite Thanksgiving cards and invites. These colorful invites are perfect for fall. And, if you have children, the Little Artist cards are a great way to show off any of the masterpieces your child brings home from school!

So what are your favorite Thanksgiving Day traditions? Any out-of-the-ordinary routines that you and your family look forward to on Thanksgiving? Let me know! Best wishes for a great holiday!

Image Credits:

Parade balloon, shopping bags, football game. 

Invitations/Cards

A Time for Thanks, Cornucopia, Autumn Swirls, Oak, Autumn Art.

Comments

[reilly]

I used to deliver food with my dad to the police and fire stations! It was fun & they were always so nice & happy to see us!

[Alli]

Don't forget about all the shopping love of Cyber Monday!