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Depending on where you live, Thanksgiving is either the time for some explosive family arguments or just a celebration of turkey you see in North American media. While it might have problematic history, there is still something nice about gathering on a cold November and sharing some delicious food together.

We’ve gathered some of the cutest and most wholesome posts about Thanksgiving to brighten your spirit this year. So get comfortable as you scroll through, upvote your favorites and be sure to share your thoughts and experiences in the comments section below.

#1

I Love How Proud He Is Of His Creation

Teen chef proudly presents a table full of homemade Thanksgiving dishes, showcasing a wholesome family feast.

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Serial pacifist
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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That boy needs to go to culinary school ASAP, not for the skill, but for proper recognition.

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    Thanksgiving Meals For Shelter Dogs

    Dogs enjoying a wholesome Thanksgiving feast on vibrant autumn-themed tablecloths.

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    After The Pandemic Hit, I Started A New Tradition Of Making A Full Meal And Then Delivering To Friends And Family Who Can’t Cook, Don’t Want To, Or Have To Work. This Is Year 3

    Thanksgiving meals prepared on a kitchen counter with various dishes and desserts organized in trays.

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    He Freaked Out When He Noticed He Was Getting A Thanksgiving Plate As Well

    Dog excitedly dancing for a Thanksgiving meal, showcasing wholesome holiday joy and celebration.

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    Meet 18-Year-Old Mr. Kitty, Who Got Adopted Into His Forever Home This Thanksgiving. Faith In Humanity Restored

    Adorable orange cat looking up, embodying wholesome Thanksgiving moments.

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    Multa Nocte
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    2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is the sweetest face ever. Bless whoever took this boy home.

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    #6

    This Is Wilford. I Found Him In The Snow Last Thanksgiving, And Now He's My Best Friend

    A fluffy cat with black and white fur looks out a window, capturing a wholesome Thanksgiving moment.

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    98-Year-Old Nana Meets Her Great Great Grandbaby On Thanksgiving. Thankful For This

    Elderly woman in a recliner, smiling warmly while holding a baby, surrounded by cozy blankets and tissues during Thanksgiving.

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    We're From Japan, Can We Still Join Thanksgiving? Never Been To The US, But I Love The Idea Of A Holiday About Gratitude And Food. Here’s Our Plate For Dinner

    Thanksgiving dinner with diverse dishes, featuring vegetables, stuffing, and rolls on a wooden table.

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    horseloving panda
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    2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love seeing holidays and festivities move across borders like this! I have two examples of this from my life. I am in the UK BTW. #1 I spent 3 years in the USA with my parents and younger sister. For our first thanksgiving, our greek neighbours across the road invited us over for a day with their 20 + person family, and we had thanksgiving for a Greek twist which was unforgettable. For me, that is what thanksgiving is. #2 My aunt, uncle and two cousins were visiting from Seattle and flying back on thanksgiving this year. The whole family ( my parents and sister, and two uncles and aunts) planned a secret Thanksgiving last Sunday and my grandparents sneakily got the whole thing ready (Aunt and Uncle stayed with my grandparents). They were so happy when we walked in and they realised what we were doing. It was a very british thanksgiving with lots of pigs in blankets, but I also made my first pumpkin p

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    #9

    Drove My Two Goldens From California To Georgia For Thanksgiving To Be With My Parents' Four Goldens

    Golden retrievers gathered with smiles on a porch, embodying Thanksgiving wholesomeness.

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    Mason Kronol
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    2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or 6 Dog Night singing Just An Old Fashion Love Song, coming down in 3 part harmony 😂

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    #11

    When Both My Parents Lost Their Jobs, I Was The Only Person Working In A House Of 4. When My Coworkers Found Out, They Came Together To Make Sure We Had A Proper Thanksgiving

    Two people preparing a Thanksgiving meal with a turkey and sides on the kitchen table.

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    My Mom Makes A Plate At The Table For Her Cat On Thanksgiving Every Year, And She Always Joins Us So Politely

    Curious cat peeks over a chair at a Thanksgiving dinner with leftover turkey.

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    Pie Anyone? I Was Wondering What To Wear On Thanksgiving And Had Some Leftover Yarn

    Person wearing a crochet hat designed like a pie with lattice top, showcasing a creative Thanksgiving look.

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    sbj
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    2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She looks very pleased with her creation as well she should be

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    #15

    Posted By A High School Senior

    "Heartfelt Thanksgiving post expressing joy and gratitude for family, delicious turkey, and special moments together."

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    My Granddad Wanted To Show Us His "Pride And Joy" This Thanksgiving. Turns Out, It Wasn't His Grandchildren But Rather His Sense Of Humor

    Elderly man smiling while holding a vintage black-and-white photo, embodying wholesome Thanksgiving joy.

    I show up at my aunt's house and my granddad is sitting in the corner with a big grin on his face. I walk over to say hello and he asks, "Have you seen my pride and joy?" He pulls out this picture and starts laughing uncontrollably. It's definitely Thanksgiving time again!

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    #17

    The Sweetest Little Patient I Got To Spend Thanksgiving At Work With In Our Shelter's Animal Hospital

    Adorable puppy in a plaid shirt looking curious, symbolizing wholesome Thanksgiving vibes.

    Her name is Mariah and she is being treated for canine parvovirus in our shelter's clinic which has an area specifically for parvo patients to receive medical care like IV medications (on her foot that is an IV). So happy to see this little girl thriving against a terrible illness.

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    One Year Ago Today I Lost My Best Friend. This Was The First Thanksgiving Without Him Since Before I Was A 13. Today I'm Donating Over $200 Worth Of Supplies To Animals In Need To Honor Him

    Trunk filled with pet food, supplies, and blankets, showcasing how people did Thanksgiving right with generous donations.

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    2 weeks ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So sorry for the loss of your friend but a great way to honor his memory.

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    #19

    Shiloh Never Cuddles. This Was The Best 20 Minutes Of Thanksgiving Break

    A person and a dog napping together on a couch after Thanksgiving.

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    My Mom Has Waited 36 Years For My Allergic Dad To Let Her Have A Cat - He Finally Caved When My Sister Came Home For Thanksgiving With A Stray She Found Stuck In A Bush

    A person smiling with a kitten cuddled on their chest, embodying a wholesome Thanksgiving moment.

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    CanadianDimes
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    2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The title of this sits poorly with me: if he's allergic, it's hardly at matter of letting or not letting her, it's a matter of being allergic to cats.

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    #21

    Good People Left In Maryland! Happy Thanksgiving To All

    Community post inviting people to a Thanksgiving dinner, offering turkey and sides, and ensuring no one is alone.

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    Painted My Brother-In-Law's Dogs To Commemorate The Passing Of One Of Them

    A painting of a Thanksgiving dinner with two happy dogs at the table, featuring turkey and pie in a cozy kitchen setting.

    My BIL has 2 wonderful dogs that I usually see at family holidays, this year unfortunately Lola passed away (the Boston terrier). I decided to do a painting of the 2 of them at thanksgiving, which was one of her favorite holidays. Going to send this to him as a surprise as soon as the oil paint is dry.

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    Happy Thanksgiving! I Call This Picture "We Have No Idea How We Actually Managed To Take This"

    Group of dogs in festive attire around a Thanksgiving table with decorations and food, capturing a wholesome holiday moment.

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    We Got To Spend A Quiet Thanksgiving Outside. We're Pretty Happy About That

    Person in camo hoodie sitting outdoors with happy dog in matching vest, embodying Thanksgiving right spirit.

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    Maybe Y'all Can Find Joy In This. Happy Thanksgiving

    Smiling child holding a tray of Thanksgiving-themed chocolate treats shaped like turkeys.

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    kristina law
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    2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Aw you can see the pride all over her sweet little face! So cute

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    #28

    Doesn't Look Great But It Tasted Great! Thanksgiving From A Pakistani American Family

    Thanksgiving feast on a table with roasted meat, casseroles, salad, mashed potatoes, gravy, and drinks.

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    Happy Thanksgiving! Jillian Is Grateful

    Tiger enjoying a Thanksgiving meal with raw turkey and greens in a natural setting.

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    #31

    I Think It Will Be A Fun Thanksgiving Addition

    Thanksgiving sourdough scoring practice showing unbaked and baked bread on a wooden surface.

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    Baked A Pumpkin Shaped Bread For Thanksgiving Dinner

    A pumpkin-shaped bread loaf displayed on a wooden counter alongside a real pumpkin, symbolizing a wholesome Thanksgiving.

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    Made A Dog Friendly Thanksgiving Dinner And Pie For My Boy

    A dog eagerly watching Thanksgiving food, including green beans and pumpkin pie, showcasing a wholesome holiday moment.

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    Thanksgiving Dinner At The Shelter! Malcolm Is Ready To Feast

    Dog eagerly awaits a bowl of Thanksgiving food with turkey, green beans, and sweet potatoes.

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    My Coworker Dropped Me Leftovers From His Thanksgiving Dinner. I Live Alone And Didn’t Really Do Anything Yesterday Because Cooking For Yourself Is Boring Sometimes. But This Is Great

    Thanksgiving feast with assorted homemade dishes in containers on a kitchen counter.

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    On Thanksgiving I Got To Help With A Release Of 1,600 Baby Turtles On The Beaches Of Cabo. First Pic Is The Turtles And Second Is Me Guiding One

    Man helping baby turtles on the beach, showcasing a wholesome Thanksgiving moment.

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    Thanksgiving Would've Been Boring Without Her

    A cat looks longingly at a Thanksgiving dinner plate with turkey on the table.

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    Little Odee Had Some Thanksgiving Portraits Taken At Daycare

    Happy dog with a festive flower collar celebrates Thanksgiving.

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    #39

    I Visited My Grandpa For Thanksgiving. He Sent Me Home With This

    Acoustic guitar resting on a cozy gray sofa with soft pillows, capturing a wholesome Thanksgiving ambiance.

    I'm just starting to learn and have been taking lessons for a few months now. I have an Ibanez dreadnought I've been taking lessons with, but this one (taylor GSmini) fits my hands much better. I've been practicing all afternoon with it.

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    I Made Me And My Dog Matching Sweaters For Thanksgiving

    Person in a cozy, colorful sweater holding a matching dog, celebrating Thanksgiving outdoors.

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    A British Canadian Thanksgiving

    Thanksgiving feast spread with turkey, vegetables, desserts, and a variety of wholesome dishes.

    I'm British and my husband is Canadian, so that's why you can see Yorkshire puddings and pigs in blankets. Also the desserts went very British with sticky toffee pudding and apple crumble. The brie en croute was my favorite. Happy Thanksgiving!

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    Nicola Roberts
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    2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Haha I looked at that and thought it wouldn't look out of place at christmas, in the UK. Then I read the commentary!

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    #42

    Sober For A Year. Boyfriend's Family Finally Accepted Me And Invited Me To Their Thanksgiving. I Feel Like I Have A New Family

    Family gathered in cozy living room, enjoying Thanksgiving together on comfortable leather chairs.

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    Someone's Puppy Fell Asleep On Me, So I'd Say Thanksgiving Was A Success

    Dog with orange collar resting on a person's lap wearing a blue plaid shirt. Wholesome Thanksgiving moment.

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    Happy Thanksgiving From Gus And Grammy

    Smiling woman with a dog on the couch, capturing wholesome Thanksgiving moments.

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    A Guy Pulled Up At A Rest Area Saying All Kinds Of Pleasantries About Thanksgiving And Then Offered Me A Meal From A Church. I Needed That

    Thanksgiving meal with turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, green beans, and a roll in a disposable tray.

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    Ready For Thanksgiving With Her Cooked Turkey Snood

    Dog wearing a knit turkey hat, showcasing a cute and funny take on Thanksgiving celebrations.

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    My Parents Couldn't Have Me And My Sister For Thanksgiving, So They Hosted All Of Our Childhood Toys Instead

    Man and woman enjoying Thanksgiving dinner with dolls at the table, creating a wholesome celebration atmosphere.

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    My Corgi, Kadet, Ran His First Thanksgiving 5k Yesterday. So Proud Of This Little Guy

    Woman in a Corgi shirt with her dog in costume at a festive outdoor event, embodying wholesome Thanksgiving vibes.

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    I Didnt Have Thanksgiving With My Family This Year, So My Boss Made Me A Plate And Said That I'm A Part Of Her Family

    Thanksgiving meal with turkey, stuffing, mac and cheese, mashed potatoes, ham, and sweet potatoes on a glass plate.

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    #51

    Finally, Not Alone For Thanksgiving

    Finally, Not Alone For Thanksgiving

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    Last Thanksgiving, My Daughter's Boyfriend Showed Up On The Front Porch With A Surprise Gift. Meet Meeps

    Last Thanksgiving, My Daughter's Boyfriend Showed Up On The Front Porch With A Surprise Gift. Meet Meeps

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    Happy Thanksgiving From The Turkey Tester Squad

    Happy Thanksgiving From The Turkey Tester Squad

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    Jan Rosier
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    2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    'Let me see.... no, not sure yet... let me test some more... errr, no still need a bit more to be sure...'

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    #54

    My Husband Was Sick On Thanksgiving. He Took A Break To Rest His Eyes, And Within 2 Minutes This Happened

    My Husband Was Sick On Thanksgiving. He Took A Break To Rest His Eyes, And Within 2 Minutes This Happened

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    After The Best Thanksgiving Ever I Couldn’t Wait Until Christmas, I Had To Ask Today

    After The Best Thanksgiving Ever I Couldn’t Wait Until Christmas, I Had To Ask Today

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    My First Time Making A Pumpkin Cheesecake For Thanksgiving

    My First Time Making A Pumpkin Cheesecake For Thanksgiving

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    Non Vegan Family Made Our Thanksgiving Vegan This Year

    Non Vegan Family Made Our Thanksgiving Vegan This Year

    I know there are a lot of frustrating stories going around during the holidays, but wanted to share a wholesome one - my family, who are not vegan, made an entire vegan thanksgiving meal this year without me even asking! I was so excited and touched. My sister even bought some nooch for the first time to make the gravy. Hoping you all had a very wonderful thanksgiving!

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    My Science Professor Offered An Invitation To His Home For Thanksgiving In Case We Were To Spend It Alone

    My Science Professor Offered An Invitation To His Home For Thanksgiving In Case We Were To Spend It Alone

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    #59

    We Always Give Our Dogs Some Turkey On Thanksgiving, Athena Is Already In A Food Coma

    We Always Give Our Dogs Some Turkey On Thanksgiving, Athena Is Already In A Food Coma

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    We Are Hosting Thanksgiving At Our New House, So Naturally We Had To Get Our Youngest Cat Dressed Up For The Occasion

    We Are Hosting Thanksgiving At Our New House, So Naturally We Had To Get Our Youngest Cat Dressed Up For The Occasion

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    My American Girlfriend Moved To Europe For Me. Trying To Give Her A Piece Of Home

    My American Girlfriend Moved To Europe For Me. Trying To Give Her A Piece Of Home

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    A Remodel Project Did Not Get Completed In Time For Thanksgiving, So My Daughter Painted A Turkey On The Plywood

    A Remodel Project Did Not Get Completed In Time For Thanksgiving, So My Daughter Painted A Turkey On The Plywood

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    This Book Folding Turkey Art My Mother Just Completed For Thanksgiving

    This Book Folding Turkey Art My Mother Just Completed For Thanksgiving

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    Bought My Boy A Flannel So He Looks Presentable To Go To Grandmas On Thanksgiving. I Think He’s Feeling Himself

    Bought My Boy A Flannel So He Looks Presentable To Go To Grandmas On Thanksgiving. I Think He’s Feeling Himself

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    My Little Girl Unexpectedly Got To Sit On The Pilots Chair In The Cockpit Of A United Flight On Thanksgiving! Thankful For The Sweet Stewardesses And Nice Captain For Old School Experience

    My Little Girl Unexpectedly Got To Sit On The Pilots Chair In The Cockpit Of A United Flight On Thanksgiving! Thankful For The Sweet Stewardesses And Nice Captain For Old School Experience

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    Frieda
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    2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They did this on a flight I was on recently! I was so touched to see that the pilots would do that. The kids were so excited!!!!

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    #69

    I Made A Turkey Cheeseball For Thanksgiving And It Got "Gobbled" Right Up

    I Made A Turkey Cheeseball For Thanksgiving And It Got "Gobbled" Right Up

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    This Guy Offering Extra Food To Anyone Who Needs Some On Thanksgiving

    This Guy Offering Extra Food To Anyone Who Needs Some On Thanksgiving

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    Need A Hat? Take One! Local Bookstore, Durango, Colorado

    Need A Hat? Take One! Local Bookstore, Durango, Colorado

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    My Grandma Is In A Nursing Home, So My Mother, Me And Her Favorite Neighbors Made An Early Thanksgiving. She Was So Happy

    My Grandma Is In A Nursing Home, So My Mother, Me And Her Favorite Neighbors Made An Early Thanksgiving. She Was So Happy

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    I'm Pretty Proud Of My Turkey. Had More Than One Family Member Tell Me That It Was The Best Turkey They’d Ever Had

    I'm Pretty Proud Of My Turkey. Had More Than One Family Member Tell Me That It Was The Best Turkey They’d Ever Had

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    Thanksgiving With Cousins

    Thanksgiving With Cousins

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    2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not sure I'd encourage too much of that, but hey, keeps em quiet and happy!

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    #76

    Faith In Humanity Restored For A Thanksgiving Feast

    Faith In Humanity Restored For A Thanksgiving Feast

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    Grandma Likes To Joke

    Grandma Likes To Joke

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    One Of My Professors Making Sure Nobody Is Alone For Thanksgiving

    One Of My Professors Making Sure Nobody Is Alone For Thanksgiving

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    Unexpectedly Wholesome Physics Professor

    Unexpectedly Wholesome Physics Professor

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    I Proposed To My Girlfriend Tonight, On Thanksgiving

    I Proposed To My Girlfriend Tonight, On Thanksgiving

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