You will save tons of time, plus you'll be able to join in the festivities without being stuck in the kitchen. You'll be happy you took care of a few things the night before. Set the table. Get the good silverware out of storage. Thanksgiving is a wonderful time to be thankful for health, family, friends and all that life has to offer.
Some people choose to say grace.
Others prefer to simply have a moment of silence before dinner and football. Still others like to make time to read a Thanksgiving Story or a poem.