This week many young American schoolchildren are dressing up as Pilgrims and Native Americans and are preparing a banquet to eat at school. In many towns and cities, soup kitchens are going into high gear to provide a nice hot meal for the less fortunate.
Food is the focus of much effort.
Whether you eat an elaborate meal or not, feelings of nostalgia often go hand in hand with the Thanksgiving holiday. Thanksgiving is a special family time. At the end of this week, many Americans will vow to go on a diet. Of course, quite a few people will be having turkey sandwiches, turkey this, and turkey that. If you have been maintaining a list of eponyms , you're in for a feast this week.