What are you thankful for? Sure, you’re asked this question every year by teachers, family, and friends. But, have you ever taken a moment to actually think about it? Or…maybe you just have turkey and pumpkin pie on your mind!
Mr. Johnson, history and sociology teacher said, “I’m thankful for my health and the health of my family and friends.”
There are many things to be thankful for, so all people have different things to say on this subject! Some can be thankful for food, people, or their lives!
“I am thankful that I will get to see my parents and my in-laws for Thanksgiving. I love having a full house for the holidays,’ said Mrs. Sandorf, seminar and english teacher.
Being able to spend time with family over the thanksgiving holiday is a blessing to most. Families getting together is a classic tradition for the holidays.
Sophomore Ava Rodgers said, “I’m thankful for having a family I am so close to!”
A lot of students can agree with Rodgers on this one. Family is surprisingly important to most of our generation.
“[I’m thankful for] my family. They have been there for me for everything,” said sophomore Brayden Jamen.
Traditions and memories are a huge part of all big holidays! Think about your favorite memory or tradition, and then reflect with the following.
Jamen said, “We used to make a small turkey for our dog, but we got another one so we had to get more turkey.”
Most of us haven’t had that as a tradition, I’m sure! Of course, we have to share thankfulness with our animals, too!
“We eat and watch football like many other families on Thanksgiving,” said Mr. Johnson. “We also will attend light-up night in Saxonburg, decorate for Christmas, and go downtown to the German Christmas market in Market Square.”
Thanks for reminding everyone about football Mr. J! And of course it is an amazing idea to support your town and local businesses.
Rodgers said, “ I usually go to my dad’s parents house and then my mom’s sister’s house. We have always done the same thing!”
Mrs. Sandorf said, “I love cooking in the kitchen with my mom. The smell of turkey cooking, onions, celery and carrots sauteing and the Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade on in the background.”
If you or your family get bored on Thanksgiving, which can be super hard, the Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade is a good TV choice, along with football.
Now for some shoutouts! Don’t worry, we’re almost getting to the food part.
Mr. Johnson said, “Shout out to my colleagues here at work. I’m thankful for their friendship and camaraderie.”
Friendship seems to be the main thing to be thankful for for teachers this year!
“[I’m thankful for] Mrs. Lampus for making me laugh, keeping me grounded, and walking in and out with me every day,” said Mrs. Sandorf.
Luckily, we won’t have to be in school for a couple days, and students will be able to see their parents!
Rodgers and Jamen both said, “[I’m thankful for] my Dad.”
Okay, okay. It’s the moment we’ve all been waiting for…food!!!
“I love butternut squash,” said Mrs. Sandorf. “It is a staple for my family and reminds me of my great-grandmother because it was her favorite dish.”
Family recipes are such a beautiful tradition, but have you ever heard of a student that cooks by themselves?
Jamen said, “I personally love the turkey, because I’m the one who cooked it.”
Very very impressive. Note to students: Impress your families with amazing work in the kitchen! Or, just enjoy what other family members bring!
“I love mashed potatoes,” said Rodgers.
Potatoes are a classic, but do you like them with skin or without skin? Baked or mashed? With salt or butter?
Mr. Johnson said, “My sister in-law makes mushrooms stuffed with Italian sausage. Oh man, so good.”
No matter what Thanksgiving traditions your family has, or what foods you enjoy, there are so many things to be thankful for this year.
When Thanksgiving rolls around, let go and eat. Don’t get mixed up in controversial topics or anything that stresses you out! Except for this:
Mrs. Sandorf said, “Pumpkin pie is highly overrated.”
