Thanksgiving triggers thoughts of turkey, holiday shopping and time with family. This year, AAA estimates 48.7 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more this Thanksgiving holiday. Many will drive to loved ones homes for a traditional turkey feast. Here are numbers to know about America’s second favorite holiday:
Source: Thanksgiving by the numbers
Some interesting facts about Thanksgiving for the stats type people out there. It is a huge holiday and the numbers are big.
This is a classic parody song about Thanksgiving from Adam Sandler who was a cast member of Saturday Night Live. It’s really funny. (This video was from a TV broadcast shot on a digital camera.)
The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is a tradition in New York City. An amazing array of floats, balloons, bands and yes Santa Claus are an important part of this 90 year event!
To everyone around the world I wish you a Happy Thanksgiving. May the spirit of America’s day of thanks be in your hearts and minds today. To my countrymen, give thanks and eat well today. Grace and peace!
Lines to donate blood are out the door at Blood Assurance in Chattanooga after a bus flipped over and slammed into a tree Monday afternoon.
Source: Chattanooga residents rush to give blood after bus crash – CNN.com
A great story about the importance of blood donation and especially the blood bank I work for. Without our donors many patients lives would be in the balance.
Turkey and dressing, corn and sweet potatoes. Ham and cornbread. Pumpkin pie and cranberry sauce. Anticipation of the tastes of the season await. Thanksgiving in America is tomorrow and we are all waiting to fill our plate and to fill our bellies. Most importantly is the anticipation of reunion with family and to fill our hearts with love and thanks. There is also the anticipation of shopping on Black Friday too.
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