“Pilgrims” weren't even introduced as part of the holiday until the late 19th century! You didn't know? Thanksgiving myths persist, largely due to our schools passing down pure nonsense about this holiday from one generation to another. Thanksgiving dinners take eighteen hours to prepare. They are consumed in twelve minutes. Football half-time takes twelve minutes too. This is not coincidence.
That business of the Pilgrims wearing only black and white clothing with buckles on their hats, clothing and shoes is also silly. Until later in the 17th century, white were commonly worn only on Sunday and formal occasions. And it's likely that the Indians were fully clothed to ward off the chill of autumn in New England. What was probably on the menu, according to historians, included cod, bass, clams, oysters, Indian corn, native berries and plums, all washed down with water, beer made from corn, and another drink the settlers affectionately called "strong water".
The first celebration that was called Thanksgiving occurred in San Elizario, Texas in 1598, when conquistador Juan de Onate arrived at the Rio Grande after a long, harsh trek. Whether it is sharing a favorite comfort food passed down across generations, catching up on the family’s news, deciding on a name for the new puppy, or telling stories - these brief moments may have lasting effects for children's health and well-being.
Thanksgiving is a wonderful time to stop, reflect, and, well, give thanks. Regardless of your celebration, the stories you believe, it comes down to this: as someone once said, “If the only prayer you said in your whole life was, 'thank you,' that would suffice.” For some it’s a quick “rub a dub dub and thanks for the grub.” For others, it’s profound expressions around the table with everyone saying something for which they are thankful.
Have a peaceful, delicious, heart-warming, satisfying, gratitude-filled and of course, a very Happy Thanksgiving! Customized products will let you much happier!
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