The holidays are now in full swing while we are in a recession. But a recession should not stop people from gathering with friends and family. Thanksgiving originally started when our first American settlers were ill-prepared for the harsh New England winter.
If you are an American or someone who likes to study American history, then you already know the story about the Native Americans and the Pilgrims. Quick recap, the Native Americans stored food after the harvest knowing that the late fall would be a time of less food and resources. This meant you would have to kill animals and harvest crops before the harsh weather began. Killing animals for the meat and pelts, and harvesting and storing for a time when the crops would not produce.
The Pilgrims, not knowing the weather would be as harsh as it was found themselves on the verge of a catastrophe, no food or pelts. The Native Americans were very benevolent and shared with the Pilgrims. Fast forward to today we celebrate this same sharing spirit. But we need to remember in a time of recession there are others less fortunate. Others having issues with employment, finances, and many other things we take for granted such as food and shelter.
So remember the things that you are thankful for, such family and friends and help others that are struggling to get by.
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