...is odd. First of all, I don't agree with the holiday itself. Thanksgiving day is based on a bunch of lies. However! The holiday encourages family gatherings and forces people to think about things they're thankful for - even I forget to be thankful for the joys in life sometimes - a reminder is good.
Second of all, even though Thanksgiving pushes people to spend tons of money on shit they don't need (decorations, cards, early xmas presents, unhealthy food), it still fuels the economy, which means it helps people's jobs. Of course, the treatment of turkeys in mass factories makes me want to vomit and denounce the entire holiday - but it does spark debate on vegetarians and animal treatment, which is good.
Third of all, some families are probably better left apart. When people don't get along, it makes 'gathering' comparable to visiting the dentist. However! Thanksgiving is one of those holidays that forces people to set aside their differences and make up, which is good.
Therefore! I'm officially a walking contradiction. Maybe spending Thanksgiving in Italy, for the second time, is making me miss the good things about Turkey Day but also making me realize the bad things as well.
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