In America, Thanksgiving traditionally means family, friends and especially food. We cook and eat as if there was a scarcity of turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, stuffing and creamy vegetables. We dive into pumpkin pie as if there was a national law that says it can only be served and eaten one day a year.
Surprise! Stores sell turkey, ham, potatoes and rolls all year long. You can fix it for breakfast if you so desire or even invite the group over any other day of the year. There are no shortages of good food and good times with others. You dont need an excuse or special day to gather and break bread.
. The average woman takes in about 1,400 to 1,800 calorie in an ordinary day but between 2,000 to 3,000 calories and more than 130 fat grams at a traditional Thanksgiving dinner. You can see that a huge dinner is likely to put you over the top in comfort and straight into a food coma. You wont feel satisfied; you will feel stuffed and miserable.
The very idea of a holiday feast feels and appears abundant. Looking at a laden filled table reminds us of our blessings and instills a sense of gratitude. Abundance means an ample supply, more than enough, and plenty to share.
Eat your fill of turkey and mashed potatoes this Thanksgiving. Enjoy a taste or two of everything. Eat till you are stuffed like a turkey, if you want to, it is your choice. But dont eat as if there is no tomorrow or a shortage of good food. Laugh and mingle with friends and set up a date to gather monthly. Set an intention to turn Thanksgiving into Thanks-living.
Remember that abundance does not come just once a year. It is waiting for you every day.
Now, pass a small piece of pie! I know I can have more at another time.
Judy Wright, life educator 2006
About the author:
Judy H. Wright is a parent educator and family coach who lives with her family in beautiful Montana. You may sign up for a free ezine or download free articles from http://www.ArtichokePress.com This site also contains a full listing of books, eBooks, tele-classes and workshops available to help you enrich your life. If you would like to schedule Judy as a speaker call 406-549-9813 or write JudyWright@MontanaSpeakers.com
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