One of the best ways I know how to show my love and gratitude for moments in my life is by putting them to prose. For this year’s Thanksgiving article, I wrote an acrostic, where every first letter spells Thanksgiving, about my favorite parts of the holiday and how thankful I am.
The wonderful aromas hit my nostrils as I walk through our grandparents’ front door.
Hugs and kisses are passed around like party favors—’tis the season to celebrate.
All congregate in the kitchen; but especially today, there’s no such thing as too many cooks.
Nom-nomming on cheese plates, we prime our bellies for the glorious feast ahead.
Kick-off happens and money, like the pigskin, is thrown around for football game bets.
Soon… soon, we will eat!
Gather everyone for a blessing around the dinner table filled with food and family.
I feel my heart swell with gratitude for all my loved ones; happy tears may be shed.
Vivacious, side-splitting laughter comes from games of Apples to Apples and Yahtzee.
Inching closer to wanting dessert; soon after, pumpkin pie is served!
Nobody goes home empty-handed as leftovers are dispersed evenly and lovingly.
Goodbyes are shared… It was another terrific, turkey-tastic Thanksgiving.
Whether it’s in the form of prose or not, I hope everyone has an opportunity to fill their hearts (and their plates) while surrounded by people they’re most grateful for. Happy Thanksgiving, ya turkeys!
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