Iron Rod Press Newsletter Vol. 1, No. 21

Celebrate As You Please

November 18, 2025 - In your Thanksgiving celebrations, is there "way" too much chaos and noise, or "way" too many dirty dishes, or trips to the grocery story? Then it just might be time to simplify your celebration this year and choose to do things as you please, to celebrate in the right way for you and your loved ones.

Sure there are traditional foods: in the U.S. that includes turkey, stuffing, rolls, pies, pies, and more pies! (Are you salivating yet?)

But just because that's the way it's always been done, doesn't mean it has to be done in this way.

If you are feeling like your celebrations are getting a bit out of hand, here are a few suggestions for making your Thanksgiving this year less stressful.

1. Reduce the menu - hold on to a few favorites but don't feel like you need to make every traditional dish.
2. Do you really need homemade everything? If purchasing the rolls or pies or making stuffing out of a box would ease your stress - why not do it?
3. And if you have the means - why not cater your meal, or better yet, go out to eat? Let someone else do the cooking, cleanup or both!
4. Consider celebrating Thanksgiving as they do in other countries (see last week's newsletter). You just might find some new favorites.
5. And lastly, but certainly most importantly, focus on what matters most - being with loved ones and strengthening those bonds of family and friendship.

There's no right or wrong way to celebrate Thanksgiving - only the best way for you.

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So until next time, always keep your eye on the One that loves you most. Ciao!

Janine

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