A time for all things, this being a season for gratitude

A time for all things, this being a season for gratitude
A time for all things, this being a season for gratitude

There are a couple times of year designated for slowing down enough to reflect on things we are thankful for. Obviously, the apt-named upcoming holiday is one of those times. If true, the first Thanksgiving was celebrated in 1621 – making this year’s holiday the 403rd rendition.

Over the years, Thanksgiving has escaped the same level of consumerism other holidays have been enshrouded in. Instead, t…