Thanksgiving is a time where friends and family come together to enjoy a feast and express their gratitude. Every year, people looks forward to a table filled with an endless amount of food, half-time shows of the Super Bowl, the Thanksgiving Parade, Black Friday shopping, and just spending quality time with family. But, let's not forget the proper etiquette that comes along with Thanksgiving.

1. DO Dress Nice

Thanksgiving is the perfect holiday to wear your best Fall outfit. Dress up in a cute dress and tights or dress comfy in a warm sweater. Just be sure not to wear anything too frumpy because your family members are bound to want pictures with you.

2. DON'T Talk About Politics

Thanksgiving conversations should be as calm as possible. With the house filled with people, everyone has different opinions on current events, but things can go out of hand with a hot topic at the dinner table. Opt for calmer conversations like what's happening in each others' lives.

3. DO Compliment The Chef(s)

We should always appreciate that we have food on our table and we are fortunate to have so much food on Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving meals are extremely time-consuming and hard to prepare, so we need to give thanks to the host for cooking non-stop from the crack of dawn. A little compliment goes a long way.

4. DON'T Talk With Your Mouth Full

No one likes to see the nasty chewed up food in the back of your mouth, so PLEASE chew with your mouth closed.

5. DO Help With The Dishes

The clean-up process is just as important as the set-up process. Become your family's favorite child by cleaning up the table, washing the dishes, and helping out as much as you can.

6. DON'T Get Into A Food Coma

Thanksgiving food can get a little overwhelming. With so much starch from the mashed potatoes and stuffing, you start to feel drowsy. Instead of stuffing your face with stuffing (yes, pun intended), eat smaller portions of carbs and fill yourself up with more protein and vegetables. Trust me, your body will thank you for it later.

7. DO Make Each Other Laugh

No one likes a serious meal filled with silence because it just becomes awkward and boring. Try to bring the family together by telling jokes and making a connection with everyone at the table. From your youngest cousin to the oldest grandparent, have conversations with everyone.

8. DON'T Miss The Halftime Show

Even if you're not a fan of football, you can always watch celebrities perform live on TV during the Halftime Show of the Super Bowl. Who doesn't love to watch Beyonce or Lady Gaga sing and dance on stage?