Thanksgiving

The first Thanksgiving took place in 1621 was a 3 day celebration festival of eating, hunting, as well as other entertainment tasks in honor of the pilgrims first successful harvest. Much of the foods that are commonly known in being eaten in Thanksgiving weren't introduced til much later in the years. Foods such as Turkey, Pumkin pie, Potatoes, and cranberries were very commonly eaten by the pilgrims and Indians in the feast. The pilgrims didn't plan on contuining the celebration anually but instead, George Washington announced the first ever National Thanksgiving Holiday in 1789 which took place November 26th. Althought it didnt officially become a holiday until the 19th century. An American writer named Sara Josepha Hale wanted to reprise the feast again and she created a campaign that lasted nearly 30 years to create Thanksgiving as a National Holiday. She also published recipes that can be consumed by individuals for their own feasts at home. In 1863, in the midst of the Civil War Abraham Lincoln had announced to celebrate Thanksgiving on every fourth Thursday thus, having our annual Thanksgiving Routine.

Reflection:

1. My supporting Peers
2. My stabled Health
3. A roof over my head
4. Having a productive academic education at school
5. My supporting and caring Family
6. Having the privilege of participating in a well known sport "Wrestling"
7. Having many supportive teachers.
8. Being financially stable
9. The food provided by my parents.
10. Being raised by two parents who taught me right from wrong.
11. Having motivating peers that push me to perform beyond my limits
12. Grateful to be apart of the world and to be able to live life healthy, stable and a chance to experience what God has created for us.