The Anti-Thanksgiving

Having had to deal with crappy cooperating teachers, a ridiculous amount of errands, and the return of my not-so-favorite friend the parasite, I have been feeling less-than-festive lately. I am really in no mood for a holiday, unless that holiday involves laying in my bed and groaning for two to three days. The fact that I'm in a country that does not celebrate Thanksgiving further adds to my feelings of holiday non-cheer.

While my friends and family in the States finish up their workweek today and head home for some family time, I am planning stupid Holiday "learning activities" for my classes and the classes of every other teacher I have contact with. Cheers to being the only gringa and therefore the resident Thanksgiving expert.

Tomorrow, my family and countless other families across the nation will stuff themselves with pounds and pounds of potatoes, cranberries, and pie; I, on the other hand, plan to enjoy a delicious meal of antibiotics and crackers. Yum!

Despite my Scrooge-like approach to Thanksgiving this year, I genuinely hope that everyone out there enjoys a delicious meal with friends and family and that everyone takes the time to be grateful for their loved ones and the abundance that they have been blessed with.

Now, to lift your spirits and detract from the stress of cooking, traveling, and having to have countless conversations with your crazy uncle, please enjoy this photo I found of the first animal Thanksgiving:

Happy Pumpkin Pie Day!