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Sharing Thanks with Loved Ones 🧡🌟 This Thanksgiving, let’s make a point to share our appreciation with the people who enrich our lives. The holiday season is a perfect reminder to slow down, reflect, and make sure our loved ones know how much we value them. Here are some ways to share thanks with those who matter most: Family Tradition of Gratitude 👨👩👧👦: Start a new tradition at the dinner table where everyone takes turns sharing one thing they appreciate about the person sitting next to them. It’s a great way to foster connection and build each other up. Send a Video Message 🎥✨: Can’t be with someone in person? Send them a video message expressing your gratitude. Seeing your face and hearing your voice makes the gesture extra special, especially for friends or family members far away. Cook or Bake Together 🥧: Sharing a meal is one of the most meaningful ways to connect. Whether it’s baking pies, cooking a family recipe, or simply helping with dinner prep, spending quality time in the kitchen creates memories to be thankful for. How are you planning to share thanks with your loved ones this week? Drop your ideas in the comments and let’s inspire one another! 🤗💕 #ThanksgivingThanks #ShareGratitude #FamilyTime #LovedOnes

🦃 Thanksgiving Reflections: More Than Just a Holiday 🦃 Thanksgiving isn’t just about turkey, pumpkin pie, or football (though I’ll take seconds on all of those!). It’s about pausing—really pausing—to appreciate the people, moments, and lessons that shape our lives. This year, I’ve been reflecting on: 🔸 The small wins that often go unnoticed. 🔸 The challenges that stretched my limits but made me stronger. 🔸 The people—family, friends, colleagues—who stood by me through it all. In today’s fast-paced world, gratitude can feel like an afterthought. So, why wait for a holiday? 💡 Something you all can try: Take 5 minutes today to send a message, make a call, or write a note to someone who made a difference in your life this year. Gratitude costs nothing but gives everything. Who’s someone you’re grateful for this Thanksgiving? Let’s give them a shoutout! 👇 #Thanksgiving #Gratitude #Thankful #Reflection #Community #Celebrate

Thanksgiving has always been my favorite holiday—a time to pause, reflect, and enjoy meaningful moments with family and friends. I hope everyone gets to enjoy some well-deserved time off, delicious food, and the warmth of loved ones. This year, I have much to be grateful for! —To my wife, for being my rock, my best friend, and occasionally reminding me where I left my phone. —To my mom, for instilling strength, perseverance, and a good dose of guilt when I need it. —To my siblings, for proving teamwork makes the dream work (especially when it involves taking care of our parents). —To my kids, for teaching me unconditional love and showing me what patience really means. —To my friends, for always having my back and still putting up with my bad sense of humor (and occasionally bad decisions). —To my colleagues, for showing up every day and making the grind a little more bearable (and comical). —To my business partners, for dreaming big, inspiring me, and occasionally pulling me back from the really crazy ideas. —To my group chats, for all the 🔥 memes and videos. —To our many business partners, for constantly showing up, taking care of us, and making all of this plausible and smoother. —And to the community around us, for the steady stream of support, showing up day after day to help us keep this dream alive. Wishing you all a holiday filled with gratitude, joy, and connection. Let’s soak in these moments of togetherness and recharge for the season ahead! Also, there is no greater Thanksgiving Dish than good old fashioned Green Bean Casserole. If you disagree, I will fight you. #FreshSqueezed #Thanksgiving #Gratitude #FamilyFirst #CommunitySecond #GreenBeanCasserole

🦃 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸𝘀𝗴𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴: 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲 𝗪𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝘀𝘀 🍂   When I think about Thanksgiving, I picture a table filled with laughter, mismatched dishes, and the people I’m grateful to share my life with. But I also feel a tension.  The version of Thanksgiving we’ve been told? It’s not the full story. History is often rewritten by those in power, and unless you’re Indigenous, none of us can truly call ourselves native to this land.  But what I do love about Thanksgiving is what it can represent: a moment to pause. A chance to look around and appreciate what’s here—the people who matter, the little things we often overlook, and yes, maybe even the pie.  Unlike other holidays, Thanksgiving isn’t tangled up in commercialism or big traditions. It’s simple. And it reminds me that gratitude isn’t just for one day. What if we made it part of our everyday? What if we chose to see the good, even in the mess?  This year, I’m focusing on that. Gratitude for the people in my life, the lessons I’ve learned, and the space to reflect on what matters most.   --- So here’s my question for you:   👉 What’s one moment or person you’re especially grateful for this year? Let’s make gratitude something we share—today and every day.   #Thanksgiving #Gratitude

Have we forgotten what it means to give thanks? Thanksgiving holds the potential for something far greater than tradition or myth—it’s an invitation to pause, to reflect, and to connect more deeply with the heart of gratitude. What if Thanksgiving wasn’t just a meal, but a moment to realign with what truly matters? Explore the origins, evolution, and future of Thanksgiving. ✨ READ/LISTEN Here: Thanksgiving: A Time for Gratitude, Reflection, and Renewal https://lnkd.in/e9HTk6F9 No time to read? No problem! Medium has a 🎧 LISTEN button in the top right corner, so you can listen on the go! 🏃♂️🚗 FOR INSTAGRAM: **Instagram doesn’t support live links. To read the article, please copy and paste the link into your browser, or visit my Medium blog via the link in my bio.** #ThanksgivingReflection #CompassionFirst #RethinkThanksgiving #EthicalTraditions

Family, Gratitude, and the Essence of Thanksgiving 🍂 Thanksgiving has always been a time for reflection, for counting our blessings, and most importantly, for coming together with the people who matter most—our families. In a world that often moves too fast, Thanksgiving offers us the chance to pause, share a meal, and create cherished memories with loved ones. It’s a reminder of the power of connection, love, and the importance of being present with one another. For me, Thanksgiving is about more than just tradition; it’s about embracing those moments of togetherness that strengthen family bonds and fill our hearts with gratitude. The warmth of a home filled with laughter, good food, and shared stories is something we carry with us long after the holiday ends. This year, why not add a new layer of excitement and joy to your Thanksgiving celebration? Start a new tradition with fireworks! 🎆 Just imagine gathering your family outdoors, under the stars, and lighting up the night with a spectacular fireworks display—a fun and meaningful way to bring even more light and celebration into the holiday. And if you don’t want the hassle of doing it yourself, leave the details to us—the pros! Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show while we handle everything. You can focus on what really matters—quality time with your family. Ready to make your Thanksgiving unforgettable? Let’s create magical memories together! 🍁 #Thanksgiving2024 #FamilyTradition #Gratitude #FlickTheFireworks #NewHolidayTradition #CelebrateTogether

Here are 10 effortless ways to show appreciation to loved ones during Thanksgiving next week. 1. Think of specific things you are thankful for in each person, this could even mean thanking them for being themselves! 2. Take a minute to write a thank you note to a loved one. 3. Find a quiet moment with someone and share something you love about them. 4. Be conscious of when others are sharing their stories, take note and be an active listener. 5. Share a hug with a loved one, especially if it's been a while. 6. Before family time, think of a few meaningful questions you can ask family members. Ask older and younger family members to share a story of their past or their life experiences growing up. 7. Go on a short walk with a few family members and get to know them better. 8. Give a compliment. 9. Be kind - especially to yourself. 10. If it's difficult to do some of these things, try focusing on the present instead of getting trapped in the past. It only takes a moment to show the people we love how much they matter to us. This Thanksgiving, take time and be deliberate when showing gratitude and appreciation to others. #HappyThanksgiving !

🌟 Reflecting on Gratitude and Community This Thanksgiving 🌟 As Thanksgiving approaches, I find myself reflecting on the meaning of gratitude, connection, and the power of coming together. While many of us associate this time with family, food 🦃, and togetherness 🏡, it’s also an opportunity to acknowledge the deeper history of this day. Thanksgiving originates from a complex chapter in our history—a story of resilience 🌾, survival 🌟, and collaboration, but also one that reminds us of the struggles faced by Native peoples. It’s a moment to honor that history by embracing understanding, gratitude, and respect for all communities. This season, let’s celebrate the things we’re grateful for—our health 💪, the connections we’ve built 🤝, and the ways we support one another every day. Whether it’s offering a helping hand ✋, sharing a kind word 💌, or simply being present, these small actions create waves of positivity 🌊. Thanksgiving is also a chance to reflect on how we can uplift each other. By learning more about its history 📚, becoming better allies 🤲, and spreading kindness 🌈, we can make this time more meaningful for everyone. However you celebrate, let’s remember that gratitude goes beyond the holiday—it’s in how we treat one another, every single day. Wishing everyone a Thanksgiving filled with gratitude ✨, connection 💞, and reflection 🌻. What are you most thankful for this season? Share in the comments below! 💬👇 #Thanksgiving #Gratitude #Reflection #Community #Kindness

🌟 Gratitude Bingo: A Fun Way to Celebrate Thanksgiving Together! 🌟 Looking for a fun and interactive activity to bring staff and residents together this Thanksgiving? Try Gratitude Bingo! It’s a perfect way to share gratitude, swap stories, and connect over Thanksgiving memories. How to Play: Download Your Bingo Card! 🎲 Each card has a mix of gratitude and Thanksgiving prompts. Mark Your Squares! ✨ For each prompt find a different person (resident or staff) who fits the description and have them sign your square. 🖊️ Get a Bingo! 🏆 Complete a full card of signed squares to get Bingo! 🎉 Share and Connect! 🤝 Use this game to spark conversations and learn something new about your coworkers and fellow residents. It’s all about celebrating gratitude and building connections! ✨ Pro Tip: Encourage storytelling while you play! Share your favorite Thanksgiving memories and traditions with the Discussion Starters below. 🍂🦃 Discussion Starters: What’s your favorite Thanksgiving food and why? Have you ever traveled for Thanksgiving? Where did you go? What’s a memorable Thanksgiving moment from your past? Is there a Thanksgiving tradition you’ve always wanted to start? What are you most grateful for this year? Let the fun begin! 🥳 #GratitudeBingo #ThanksgivingFun #SeniorLivingActivities #Thanksgiving2024 https://lnkd.in/gaRYnNbN

🌟 Thanksgiving Week To-Do List 🌟 As we dive into Thanksgiving week, I’m focusing on what truly matters. Here’s my to-do list: ✅ Count my blessings – Gratitude changes everything. ✅ Let go of what I can’t control – A little peace goes a long way. ✅ Practice kindness – Even small acts can make a big impact. ✅ Listen to my heart – It always knows the way. ✅ Be thankful – For the big things, the little things, and everything in between. ✅ Just breathe – Because sometimes, that’s enough. What’s on your Thanksgiving to-do list? Share below – let’s inspire each other to embrace the season with gratitude and grace. 🍂🦃✨ #ThanksgivingWeek #Gratitude #KindnessMatters #JustBreathe #CountYourBlessings