Thursday marks the annual celebration known as Thanksgiving Day. More people travel for Thanksgiving than any other time during the year in the USA. Airports, buses, trains and highways are crowded with travelers on their way to share this special time with family and friends.
Thanksgiving has a long history that goes back to the first people who came to Plymouth, Massachusetts from England. It was a three-day harvest festival that the English pilgrims celebrated with the American Indians to give thanks to God for his blessings. Centuries later it is still celebrated, now as an official national holiday.
The traditional Thanksgiving meal features turkey and a host of beloved side dishes, such as cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans and more. Many dessert tables feature pumpkin and apple pies.
This Los Angeles Times article highlights some of the commonly found regional dishes.
But Thanksgiving is more than a meal; it is a time where people reflect on all they have to be thankful for.
Some MSU students have already eaten the traditional Thanksgiving meal at area churches this past weekend. Others have arranged to celebrate this holiday with area families.
Be sure to spend time on Thanksgiving Day reflecting on what you are thankful for.
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