Bay Area & Beyond with Milli Cannata

🍂🦃 Thanksgiving Day Fun Facts! 🦃🍂

🌽 Historical Origins: The first Thanksgiving (1621) was a feast shared between the Pilgrims and Wampanoag Indians to celebrate a bountiful harvest. 🌾

📜 Official Recognition: President Lincoln made Thanksgiving an official U.S. holiday in 1863, declaring it a day of "Thanksgiving and Praise." 🙏

🍁 Canadian Thanksgiving: Celebrated on the second Monday of October, it began in 1578 with explorer Martin Frobisher giving thanks for safe travels. 🌊

🍗 Turkey Tradition: Americans devour 46 million turkeys each Thanksgiving! Who’s ready for a feast? 😋

🎩 Presidential Turkey Pardon: Since 1989, U.S. Presidents have "pardoned" a turkey, sparing it from becoming dinner! 🦃✨

🎈 Macy's Parade: Since 1924, this iconic parade brings giant balloons, floats, and performers to the streets of NYC. 🎉

🛍 Black Friday Madness: Thanksgiving marks the countdown to holiday shopping, with Black Friday deals taking the stage. 🛒💥

🏈 Football & Feasting: The Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys keep us entertained with their Thanksgiving Day games. 🏟

🤝 A Day to Give Back: Many spend the day volunteering to help those in need—true Thanksgiving spirit! ❤️

💫 Wishbone Tradition: Break the turkey's wishbone, and whoever gets the bigger piece might just have their wish come true! 🎉

Thanksgiving is more than a meal—it’s a celebration of history, gratitude, and togetherness. What’s your favorite tradition? Share below!

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