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11 Things To Do With Your Fam This Thanksgiving Besides Talking Politics

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Politics are great. It's how we stay involved and use our voice. If you and your family don't see eye to eye, though, sometimes that particular topic can create tension. Here are some things to do besides talk about politics.

1. Eat

Pretty self-explanatory but don't forget to stuff your face and take a long nap after.

2. Look at old family photos

What better way to bring everyone together than some old embarrassing baby pics of your little cousin or 80s pictures of your parents?

3. Go for a walk

With all of the leaves changing, go out and walk off all of that turkey or mashed potatoes!

4. Go to the movies

My family did this one year when we had school off and it was so much fun. It was packed and we smelled like popcorn after but it was worth it.

5. Bake!

My mom is seriously the best baker ever. Unfortunately, she did not pass on that to me. It's fun to make a fool out of myself with her and my fam in the kitchen any chance I get. Don't forget the most important ingredient of all. Love. xD

6. Play or watch sports

Nothing brings a family or a group of friends together like an extremely violent and competitive sports with two distinct teams who both desperately want to win.

7. Go on a road trip

You'll be so focused on playing Eye-Spy and singing to the radio, I bet you won't even think about politics. Pick a place, pack your bags, and figure out which fast food chain has the best Thanksgiving options on the menu.

8. Tell stories

Chances are, you haven't seen these people in a MINUTE. Catch up, let them know how you are, and share some of your adventures since the last time you saw them.

9. Watch all of the "Friends" Thanksgiving episodes together

This will never not be iconic. Laugh your butt off with your family at this key moment in "Friends" history.

10. Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

So much joy. So many colors. The music. The floats. Just watch it and love it.

11. SHARE WHAT YOU'RE THANKFUL FOR

You're all together for an entire holiday dedicated to bringing people together. Set aside your differences. Set aside past disputes. Just be present.

I know all family dynamics are different and there might be things that can make this holiday awkward. You've got this. Have a happy Thanksgiving and really reflect on who and what you are thankful for.

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11 Things To Do With Your Fam This Thanksgiving Besides Talking Politics

No matter who you voted for, I think everyone can agree that the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is the best thing like... ever.

1. Eat

2. Look at old family photos

3. Go for a walk

4. Go to the movies

5. Bake!

6. Play or watch sports

7. Go on a road trip

8. Tell stories

9. Watch all of the "Friends" Thanksgiving episodes together

10. Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

11. SHARE WHAT YOU'RE THANKFUL FOR

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The Best Lines from the Fab Four

And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

Obviously the best superpower.

There have been many lessons learned.

1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

6. The consequences of making bad choices.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Don't freak out

Email the professor

Attend the first class

Keep attending class

Have a backup plan

Remember that everything works out at the end

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