Thanksgiving isn't the only time for appreciating the good things in our lives. Through a series of essays Ryan inspires us to develop a sense of gratitude in every aspect of our lives and offers practical suggestions to help us focus on all that we have, rather than our perception of what may be lacking.
Giving Thanks
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When the creative residents of Elm Creek gather the week after Thanksgiving to work on quilts for Project Linus, they respond to Sylvia's provocative questions to alleviate respective personal challenges and learn helpful lessons about the strength of human connections.
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Giving Thanks traces the history of Thanksgiving from its origins to modern day traditions through recipes and the stories that accompany them. Including dishes from the many and varied cultures that make up America this book also includes archival photos and drawings of past celebrations.
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Filled with a variety of unique recipes (including Indiana persimmon pudding) and tips to make your holiday stress free this book is both beautiful and practical, including indispensable do-ahead tips and even recipes for leftovers.
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Baker examines both historic and contemporary Thanksgiving celebrations including family gatherings, recipes, sermons and other traditions detailing how they have changed over the years. He also dispels popular myths and misconceptions about this uniquely American holiday.
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These classic short stories were inspired by Capote’s own childhood in Atlanta. In The Thanksgiving Visitor eight year old Buddy attempts to deal with a bully with help from his understanding adult cousin. In this emotion filled story he learns to be thankful for friendship, family and love.
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Cheney recounts the pilgrims’ struggle to survive in a new world that led them to a celebration by sharing a 3 day feast with the Native Americans. He brings to life the human stories of birth, death, hope and hard work that led to the first Thanksgiving.
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Between cooking Thanksgiving dinner and wrangling her four children Lucy Stone must discover who murdered a disagreeable local activist. A small town setting and an amateur sleuth combine to create a charming holiday mystery.
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Have yourself a happy vegan holiday! This exciting, inviting cookbook by Nava Atlas, one of the most respected names in vegetarian and vegan cooking, fills the biggest gap in the vegan repertoire with more than 200 delectable, completely doable recipes for every festive occasion.