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Countdown to Thanksgiving - A New Way to Celebrate! 🦃 This year, let’s break free from the Thanksgiving kitchen chaos! 🙌 Imagine actually spending time with your loved ones instead of being stuck cooking all day. Follow us over the next couple of weeks for tips on how to make-ahead your Thanksgiving meal and enjoy a stress-free holiday. 🍂 #ThanksgivingTips #CountdownToThanksgiving

It's that time of the year again. Christmas celebrations, a time for family, friends, colleagues, food and the occasional ‘Did they really just say that?’ moment. Picture this… you are at the dinner table, surrounded by roast potatoes and crackers and someone makes a comment that makes your inner voice go: ‘No, nope, no way, I surely didn't hear that right’. What do you do? Do you: 🫵 Call it out there and then? 🗣️ Wait and have a quiet word later? 🍨 Let it go and focus on dessert?  😆 Try and steer the conversation with a bit of humour? I am aware there is no perfect answer, and it depends on the moment, the person and your energy levels (or wine levels). But it is worth remembering that even a gentle nudge can make people think again. What is your approach? Let’s swap strategies and make sure the only thing getting roasted this Christmas is the food. 😉

Here's the thing - Thanksgiving should be about making memories, not stressing in the kitchen for 12 hours straight. Trust me, I've done both. At Spice, we're taking our farm-to-table philosophy and applying it to your holiday feast. We're talking: • Locally sourced ingredients • Bold, seasonal flavors • Chef-crafted recipes • Zero kitchen chaos for you Why let us handle your feast? Because after 20+ years in this business, I've learned that the best holiday memories rarely involve someone being stuck in the kitchen all day. Let us worry about the perfect turkey while you focus on what matters - like explaining to Grandma what TikTok is or avoiding political discussions with Uncle Bob. 😉 Ready to make this Thanksgiving actually enjoyable for everyone - including the host? Book your pickup time: https://lnkd.in/eqJU8TS3

November is one of my favorite months mostly because of the weather and my favorite holiday: Thanksgiving. I love the clear and cool days, fixing warm drinks like ginger-peach tea and matcha lattes, and witnessing the trees showing off their exuberant color while simultaneously emptying their branches. Read the full blog post here: https://lnkd.in/guiXusp9 #Blog #Author #NewBlogPost

Can you believe that Thanksgiving is nearly here? If you bought a house this year, it’s the perfect opportunity to invite friends and family over to see your new place! But it’s easy to get overwhelmed and stressed out when it comes to hosting a big shin-dig in your home for the first time. These ideas will help you have a stress-free experience hosting Thanksgiving in your new home! Swipe through to see all the tips. The secret is to see where you can take away the extra stress–a potluck or finger foods can make it so much easier to get people fed. Combining your housewarming party with Thanksgiving is a 2-for-1 deal–you don’t have to host 2 separate parties! Want more tips like this? Make sure to hit that follow button!

Every year, around Thanksgiving, a total stranger will reach out to me for help. They’re stressed out, hosting relatives they didn’t really want to invite, and—for whatever reason— they agreed to cook dinner for 20 people. Something in them snaps, and they hit the “no more” point. If you’re nodding along, know that it’s not too late to change course. You can still say no to all of it. But if you choose to see this through, it’s time for some triage: *Delegate: Let others handle parts of the meal. Ask someone to bring dessert, drinks, or a side dish—even if it’s last minute. *Ask for Help: Don’t hesitate to rope in friends or family for prep, setup, or cleanup. You didn’t eat the entire meal alone, you can ask for help with the cleaning. *Simplify: Cut out the extras. If something feels like a “nice to have” instead of a “need to have,” skip it. Focus on what matters most. And once the dust settles, let’s make sure this doesn’t happen again next year. If saying yes to things that should be no is your pattern, let’s talk. Send me a message, and we’ll work on those boundaries together. #holidaystress #peoplepleasing #boundaries

Every year, around Thanksgiving, a total stranger will reach out to me for help. They’re stressed out, hosting relatives they didn’t really want to invite, and—for whatever reason— they agreed to cook dinner for 20 people. Something in them snaps, and they hit the “no more” point. If you’re nodding along, know that it’s not too late to change course. You can still say no to all of it. But if you choose to see this through, it’s time for some triage: *Delegate: Let others handle parts of the meal. Ask someone to bring dessert, drinks, or a side dish—even if it’s last minute. *Ask for Help: Don’t hesitate to rope in friends or family for prep, setup, or cleanup. You didn’t eat the entire meal alone, you can ask for help with the cleaning. *Simplify: Cut out the extras. If something feels like a “nice to have” instead of a “need to have,” skip it. Focus on what matters most. And once the dust settles, let’s make sure this doesn’t happen again next year. If saying yes to things that should be no is your pattern, let’s talk. Send me a message, and we’ll work on those boundaries together. #holidaystress #peoplepleasing #boundaries

🦃 Thanksgiving Feasts & Food Comas! 💤 Thanksgiving is all about gathering with loved ones, sharing what we’re thankful for, and indulging in those amazing turkey dinners and carb-filled sides. But did you know that turkey (thanks to tryptophan) and heavy meals can make you extra sleepy after lunch? If your workplace is hosting a Thanksgiving potluck and you’re heading back to work after a feast, here are some tips to stay alert and safe: • ✅ Stay Hydrated: Water helps keep your energy steady and combats that post-meal slump. • ✅ Take a Quick Walk: Even 5-10 minutes of movement after eating can wake you up. • ✅ Go Easy on Portions: Enjoy a little bit of everything and save seconds for later. • ✅ Stretch It Out: Loosen up those muscles and stay in the green zone. Let’s make sure we enjoy the holidays safely and avoid any mishaps from that Thanksgiving nap feeling sneaking in at work. 🦃✨ What’s your go-to Thanksgiving dish? 🍂 Let us know in the comments! #ThanksgivingSafety #IndustrialAthletes #TurkeyTime #StayAlert

I planned to make Thanksgiving dinner last week. That’s just a given. My husband, seeing me exhausted to the bone, suggested I take a long rest for Thanksgiving. He specifically requested I not cook and we order KFC deep fried turkey instead. The horror! Not cooking for Thanksgiving and slaving over the stove for 2 days? Actually, it sounded like a dream. The respite I didn’t know I needed. We ordered the KFC deep fried turkey with all the sides. We celebrated Thanksgiving with just the four of us. I was never so excited to rest and relax on Thanksgiving. We relaxed. We ate. We had fun. Okay, so the turkey was sadly not that great. But you know what was great? Not being exhausted from cooking and having a mountain of dishes on top of it. And I did make my apple pie from scratch 🥧 Sometimes we need to let things go. Only then will we allow space for something else. Sometimes that ends up being rest. Sometimes that ends up being quality time. Sometimes you get exactly what you need in the quiet moments. Being busy is not a badge of honor. Being too busy is a sign that we need to re-evaluate ourselves and how we spend our time. How will you use the holiday season to slow down? Tell me in the comments! #slowdown #thanksgiving #relaxation #lettinggo #priorities

🎉 The Night Before Thanksgiving: Tips for a Stress-Free Holiday! 🦃 Thanksgiving is almost here, and we know it can be chaotic! But with a little preparation tonight, tomorrow can be smooth and stress-free. 💪 Here are some last-minute tips to help you stay on top of things: 1️⃣ Prep Your Kitchen Tonight – Clear your counters, empty the dishwasher, and set up a trash bag nearby. A clutter-free kitchen = a clear mind! 2️⃣ Make a Cooking Timeline – Know what needs to go in the oven and when. Prioritize the turkey (it’s the star of the show)! 3️⃣ Set the Table Now – Lay out plates, napkins, and utensils tonight, so you can focus on food tomorrow. 4️⃣ Delegate, Delegate, Delegate! – Assign tasks to family members. Everyone can pitch in—whether it’s peeling potatoes or greeting guests! 5️⃣ Take a Moment to Breathe – Thanksgiving is about gratitude, not perfection. Give yourself some grace and focus on enjoying the day! We’d love to hear your favorite Thanksgiving hacks or traditions! Share them in the comments below. 💬 Need help tackling the post-holiday mess? That’s where OCD Home Solutions comes in! Let us help you get back on track. 📞 216-299-3181 | 🌐 www.ocdhomesolutions.com Happy Thanksgiving from our team to yours! 🧡 #ThanksgivingTips #StayOrganized #HolidaySuccess #OCDHomeSolutions #morethanjustorganization