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For many of us, Thanksgiving is a day for turkey, stuffing, canned cranberries, time with family, football, and lots of naps. This year, consider a new tradition for your Thanksgiving holiday or may just a twist on old traditions.
Turkey Trot
Whether you just like to run or you want an excuse to help keep away the holiday pounds, Turkey Trots 5k races are scheduled around the country, typically on Thanksgiving morning. You can eat a few more bites of turkey with a little less guilt if you run or walk 3.1 miles before you eat. Rosemary Beach and Pensacola both have a run scheduled for November 27.
Volunteering
Giving back at a time of year when we’re thinking about our blessings is a common practice in many families. Consider adding this one to your list of holiday traditions. Donate a little time at a local soup kitchen. Drop off non-perishable food items at a food bank. There are so many ways to give back to those in need, and this is a great time to do it as a family. Whether you live in Fort Walton Beach, Navarre, or Destin, there are plenty of opportunities to give back.
Kicking Off Christmas
Some people start decorating for Christmas right after Halloween, while others wait until a week or two before. With your family gathered together, Thanksgiving weekend is a great time to get into Christmas mode. The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade on TV is a tradition in many homes, and is a great way to get kids young and old excited that Christmas is right around the corner. Put the parade on in the background, and pull out the decorations while everyone is gathered together!
Put a New Twist on Holiday Favorites
Whether you’re a turkey lover or you’d rather stuff yourself with stuffing, consider a few twists on old traditions. Choose from Cuban-inspired Mojo Turkey from south Florida to oyster dressing from Alabama, instead of the same old bagged stuffing. With a bit of searching, there are plenty of ways to dress up the old and find new holiday favorites.
Whether your family is one of aunts, uncles, cousins, grandparents, and children or your family is the one you find and create among your friends, Thanksgiving is a wonderful time of year to come together, celebrate your family, and give thanks for all you
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