It’s Thanksgiving week. The kids have all cut their handprint turkeys out of construction paper and can’t wait to be home from school. You are fretting over turkey-basting or travel plans. In the crazy days before our most turkey-and-football-focused holiday, don’t forget to set aside some time to be thankful.
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