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Celebrate Thanksgiving!
We believe it is altogether appropriate that the Christmas holiday season really begins with a day devoted to giving thanks. For many of us, a simple day of being with family and counting blessings is Christmas! This merry section of My Merry Christmas is devoted to this special day. We asked several of our favorite contributors to give us their thoughts, ideas and suggestions that we could pass on to you in advance of Thanksgiving. What follows are the fruits of those efforts:
 Home-made Thanksgiving DecorationsThanksgiving in most homes is a very hands-on affair. And it is not all just about the food. Thanksgiving is a great holiday to decorate for! This article shares a few simple ideas for Thanksgiving decoration you can make yourself. How to Host Thanksgiving DinnerWhat if you're elected the chef for the big day? What if your home is selected to host the masses on Thanksgiving? Here are a few ideas. The Bountiful Thanksgiving Centerpiecefor most, nothing supplants the turkey as the centerpiece of the Thanksgiving table. But if your preparations insist upon something more formal, here is a step-by-step suggestion for your bountiful Thanksgiving centerpiece. How to Stick to Your Diet this ThanksgivingThanksgiving is filled with delicious tempations. For many, the day and night before Thanksgiving is just as important as the big meal. All the baking and nibbling leading up to Thanksgiving can go further in packing on the pounds than Thanksgiving dinner itself. How do you avoid over-eating and yet enjoy these festive events? This thoughtful article gives practical tips to help avoid over-doing it. The Stress-Free ThanksgivingMake a list, check it twice, shop, clean, mix, chop, stuff -- aarrrrrgh! Is it too much for you? Do you stress over Thanksgiving? This article discusses how you can still get it done...and enjoy it at the same time! Thanksgiving Activities for ChildrenKids love Thanksgiving for all the reasons that adults do. But not all little hands can help stuff the Turkey, chop the celery, set the table or make the rolls. Here are some ideas for other things they can do on Thanksgiving. Craft Ideas for ThanksgivingIn the days before you prep the food you can make the decorations. These ideas are quick, easy and cheap. And when completed these projects add a festive element to the day that will be all your own. Time-Saving Thanksgiving TipsHere are some ideas to help save some time with your Thanksgiving preparations. Other Thanksgiving Features on My Merry Christmas We have honored Thanksgiving here on MMC for many years. Here are some classic features we have enjoyed through the years. My First Thanksgiving OnlineFirst presented on these pages back in 1999, this article discusses the happy accident of sharing photos online for Thanksgiving. The kids have grown up since then and digital cameras have sure come a long way but the idea holds true. Elf Ed Zachary -- A Fat Man's HolidayDirect from the North Pole, Elf Ed Zachary explains why Thanksgiving is Santa's favorite holiday. This was the article that established the now-famous Mr. Zachary as a fixture here on My Merry Christmas. Elf Ed Zachary -- It Ain't About A BirdAfter reviewing the ungrateful mail sent to the North Pole Elf Ed Zachary explains why Thanksgiving holds the key to getting what you want from Santa Claus. |
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