Directions: to earn full credit answer the question(s) below using proper grammar, spelling and punctuation. For example the letter "i" is always capitalized. Do not copy from the internet (or anywhere else) and do not use AI.
Why is it important to have a day of thanks?
Describe the feeling of thankfulness.
Describe what you do on Thanksgiving. Include any activities that you do (watching football, cooking, hanging with family, watching movies or whatever it is that you do), who is there and the food that you and your family cook and eat. If you do not celebrate Thanksgiving describe a typical holiday celebration meal.
It is important to have a day of thanks because it allows us to pause and reflect on the many blessings in our lives. It offers an opportunity to express gratitude for the things we often take for granted and appreciate the efforts and kindness of others.
The feeling of thankfulness is a sense of deep appreciation and gratitude. It is a warm and positive emotion that arises when we recognize the value and importance of someone or something in our lives. Thankfulness fills our hearts with joy and contentment, and it often leads to acts of kindness and generosity towards others.
On Thanksgiving, my family and I gather together to celebrate and enjoy each other's company. We start the day by watching the Thanksgiving Day Parade on television and then we engage in various activities throughout the day. Some of us help with the cooking and baking, while others play games or watch football on TV. We also take time to share stories and memories, expressing our gratitude for one another.
The menu for our Thanksgiving feast usually includes a roasted turkey with all the traditional fixings such as cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes, stuffing, green bean casserole, and homemade dinner rolls. For dessert, we typically have a pumpkin pie and an apple pie, both made from scratch.
If I did not celebrate Thanksgiving, a typical holiday celebration meal would consist of a variety of dishes that are special to my family's culture or traditions. For instance, we might have a big family gathering for Christmas or New Year's Eve, where we enjoy specific traditional dishes like tamales, lechon (roasted pig), or lutefisk (a Scandinavian dish made with dried fish).
Regardless of the specific holiday or meal, the most important aspect is to be surrounded by loved ones and to create lasting memories together.