Surviving Thanksgiving 101 | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Lifestyle

Surviving Thanksgiving 101

Need conversation fillers for those awkward family dinners? I've got you covered.

Camille Elizabeth German
Nov 14, 2016
Auburn University
6
Surviving Thanksgiving 101
Camille German

The last few weeks shy of Thanksgiving break are long. The light at the end of the tunnel is finally starting to peek through, and all we can think about is packing up and heading home for a few days. If I had a dollar for every time I gave myself a pep-talk to keep fighting and finish the semester strong then I would have to continue those pep-talks to finish my degree (or just hire someone to do it for me); I would be rich! I can already feel the excitement that comes as I pass my hometown's welcome sign. What a joy it will be to not think about school, spend time with family, and ultimately, eat enough food to hold me over until Christmas break (come on, you know your Tiger Card is blinking "low" every time you scan it).

But wait...two words: Thanksgiving Dinners.

Let's face it. Everyone dreads the two-plus hours you have to sit around and talk about everything under the sun of how well your college experience has been so far; the grades, the major(s), the new friends, and everyone's favorite, "Have you met any... cute guys?"

Family is the best. They have the greatest intentions, and they love you- they really do. This is why we came home in the first place, right? To aggravate your brothers. Laugh with your sisters. Talk with your mom. Spend time with your dad. And get to soak up all that you have missed out on while at school. We aren't going home to spend all seven days discussing the college matter, we are trying to get away from it.

If you can relate to this in the least bit, then today just might be your lucky day. Here are some cheesy Thanksgiving jokes to pass on your time while at dinner- or just to leave no space for the dreaded college questions. You may make them laugh, or they might not be moved the least bit. But hey, you will get one of two reactions- they will love it and it will engage more entertaining conversations, or they will think your weird and leave you alone. A win-win!

Don't be ashamed. Know that scattered all over America, your classmates are going through the same thing.

1. Why was the Thanksgiving soup so expensive?

It had 24 carrots

2. Why did they let the turkey join the band?

He had drumsticks

3. In what country is Thanksgiving not celebrated?

Turkey

4. What do you call a stuffed animal?

You after Thanksgiving

5. Why did the turkey cross the road?

It was the chickens day off

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Student Life

5 Things To Do That Are Better Than Writing A Paper

Don't waste your time trying to write that paper when there are so many more interesting things you could be doing.

UCLA
4597
computer keyboard
Unsplash

Writing a paper is never fun and is rarely rewarding. The writer's block, the page requirement, be specific, but don’t summarize, make sure you fixed any grammatical errors, did you even use spellcheck? and analyze, analyze, analyze.

Papers can be a major pain. They take up so much time and effort that by the end of the process you hate yourself and you hate the professor for making life so difficult. Questions of your existence start roaming in your mind. Am I even cut out for college if I can’t write a single paper? Am I even capable of taking care of myself if I lack the energy to open my laptop and start typing?

Keep Reading...Show less
writing papers
Relationships

10 Reasons Why Sisters Are The Best

Who could be a better friend than your own sister?

Perryville, MD
2837
sisters
Taylor Hooper

I can barely remember back when I was the only child. Most would say it’s because it is extremely difficult to remember things as a toddler but I would say it's because I was bored until my sister came along. My mother always says how important the "sister bond" is and with every year that passes I realize how right she is. Instead of writing a novel about all of the wonderful things there are about having a sister I decided to list a few of them instead.

Keep Reading...Show less
sisters
Student Life

How To Adult

You're gonna make it after all.

Muskingum University
4026
how to adult
Twitter

It is the time of our lives that we are beginning to enter the adult world and most of us, if not all of us, have no idea what we are doing. It's like starting a video game, but skipping the tutorial. We're all just running around aimlessly hoping we accidentally do something right that moves us along the right path. Now that graduation has just happened, or is right around the corner for some of us, it's time to start thinking about how we are going to take care of ourselves once we are on our own.

Keep Reading...Show less
adulting
Lifestyle

7 Signs You're A Starbucks Addict

I'll be the first one to admit I'm addicted to Starbucks.

Regis University
2261
drinking coffee
Tumblr

If you’re anything like me, you love a good cup of coffee. My coffee always comes from Starbucks; I refuse to drink it from anywhere else. Over the years, it’s become one of my biggest addictions. So, if you are aware that you’re a Starbucks addict as well, or maybe you need to check to see if you’re an addict, here are seven ways to tell.

Keep Reading...Show less
starbucks
Student Life

6 Ways to Float Through Life

College Edition.

SUNY Binghamton
3600
people in library
Photo by redcharlie on Unsplash

College involves a whirlwind of emotions, whether it’s from the stress of an assignment (or twenty), or from fighting with your roommate. It can be overwhelming at times and it’s important to take a step a back and calmly think things over. Maybe gain some perspective. The following aren’t foolproof tips and may not apply to you, but I was able to find success with them (hope you do too!)

Keep Reading...Show less
college tips

Trending Topics

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments