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Winter 2015

Celebration

roasted turkey on a platter garnished with fresh herbs and fruit

Thanksgiving is a special day. It is a time to say thank you for what we have. Thanksgiving is celebrated on the second Monday in October in Canada. This is a time that people get together and share a meal. People celebrate it with family and friends.

On this day, families make a good food and eat a big meal together. The main food is usually turkey. There is also mashed potato, corn, and pie. Pumpkin pie is very popular In Thanksgiving Day.

People talk, laugh, and share stories. Some families visiting farms or watch TV or baseball, soccer games. Many people also help others by giving food to the poor. Sending gifts with family, neighbours, friends, students.

Thanksgiving is not only about food. It is about love, kindness, and being thankful. this year I celebrated my first Thanksgiving so I'm very happy and enjoy my first Thanksgiving!