The pandemic has limited activities for months now, and unfortunately, November isn’t any different. More now than ever it is imperative to stay safe, look out for others and continue to social distance. Holidays are going to be difficult for group gatherings, and it’s likely many will be canceled. However, that doesn’t mean your holiday season has to be a bust. Still, there is an abundance of ways to celebrate the greatest Thanksgiving ever all by yourself.
Cook
Try to cook your own Thanksgiving dinner! It’s a good time to whip out those pans your parents bought you two Christmases ago and get cooking. Take your turn at making your own homemade stuffing or pie. Add your own touches to it and who knows, it may become a tradition. Taking up any hobby is beneficial, even if at first you are quite poor at it.
Watch Seasonal Episodes
Watch notorious Thanksgiving episodes, especially the “New Girl” ones. They are single-handedly the best Thanksgiving episodes I have ever seen, and who knows, you may realize it is your favorite show and continue to watch it throughout the day!
Make sure to watch Season 1-Episode 6: Thanksgiving, Season 2-Episode 8: Parents, Season 3-Episode 10: Thanksgiving 3, Season 4, Episode 9: Thanksgiving IV, and Season 6, Episode 7: Last Thanksgiving. The same is to be said for the “Friends” Thanksgiving football episode – you guys know what I’m talking about!
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
Watch the The 94th annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade on Nov. 26 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. on NBC. There will also be a livestream at 9 a.m. EST on Verizon’s Twitter feed and YouTube platforms. Though there won’t be the usual 2.5 mile trek, the usual lineup of novelty balloon and floats will be there.
The names are subject to change, however, some artists expected to perform are Tori Kelly, Jordin Sparks, Keke Palmer, Dolly Parton, Pentatonix, Bebe Rexha and Brett Young. In addition, performances by the Broadway casts of “Ain’t Too Proud — The Life and Times of The Temptations,” “Hamilton: The Musical,” “Jagged Little Pill” and “Mean Girls” are expected to perform. It’s definitely an event that you don’t want to miss!
Treat Yourself To A Classic
It’s not Thanksgiving without silly dogs and kicking footballs… well, almost. Get into some footie pajamas, brew some tea and treat yourself to a classic. Charlie Brown specials feel ageless and they offer some spritely messages of friendship, making compromises and that a Thanksgiving can be a Thanksgiving anywhere as long as you are surrounded by those you love. #SelfLove
Virtual Friendsgiving
Make it a Friendsgiving by video chatting your friends and celebrating the festivities together! Buy a pumpkin pie and easy-make mashed potatoes at the store and have a virtual picnic or watch something with them through Scener or Watch Party. With virtual Thanksgiving dates, the possibilities are endless and the more the merrier!
Craft
Now is the time to do that Pinterest decor you’ve been thinking about. Dust yourself off and bring out your glue gun. Whether you’re making something for yourself, or others, it’s never a bad idea to exercise your artistic side.
Give Thanks
Now is the time to reflect on your life. Think about those you surround yourself with and the opportunities you’ve been given, and be grateful. Every day is an opportunity to be grateful for the things in your life; however, take Thanksgiving to thank your family for all they do for you or your friends for listening to your issues over and over when they already gave you a viable solution. Thank your pets for their little cute noses and making bad days less bad. Be thankful for your education, or the shelter you’ve been provided, and the food before you. Thank the world for giving you an opportunity to help others and thank yourself for being there for you when no one else could.
It’s a wonderful day to cherish those around you, near or far, and a great opportunity to help someone else. Take the appropriate time to give thanks and be safe this holiday season.