Thanksgiving Memories
Unofficial Challenge Winners
Thanksgiving. A time to spend with your family and close friends. A time to be grateful for the things that we have. A time for making memories, good and bad.
I recently asked my readers to write about a memory they have of Thanksgiving that stands out to them. I had a surprising turnout of articles from several readers. Many of them outstanding.
Without further ado, here are the top five memoirs.
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Real Poetic's entry: Once Upon a Thanksgiving
A memoir of her childhood with her grandma, parents, aunts and uncles, and cousins. A sweet memory, including a story of greens, playing school, and such. A great entry and a must read.
Check it out at the link below:
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Novel Allen's entry: Thanksgiving Memories...in Abstract
A memoir that includes life on a military base. Very interesting and heart-touching story of seeing others. A must-read. It was selected as a TOP STORY.
Check it out at the link below:
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Mariann Carroll's entry: Happy Thanksgiving Memoir
A memoir that describes their full day on this holiday. From the scrumptious menu to what they watch on television to unwinding in the evening. A very nice read that I enjoyed having shared with me. It really makes you feel like you are there.
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A memoir talking about the loss of a loved one and dealing with the sickness of another loved one. An old post, that Rick wrote, but he didn't have time to write a new one, and asked if I would allow it. For this challenge, I have decided too. It's a story I feel should be read. A very heart-touching, enjoyable read. This story will make you cry, but not for sadness nor pity. From Rick, one can truly learn what being thankful on Thanksgiving really is.
Check it out at the link below:
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A memory of a trip with an acquaintance to Long Island. Very nice read. Almost bordering on a fantasy due to writing style...
Check it out at the link below:
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I hope that these stories help you find something to be grateful for today if you don't already have something.
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As always, I hope you had a wonderful day today.
Happy Thanksgiving,
Sincerely,
Mother Combs
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Thank you, Sharon this wonderful unofficial holiday Challenge. π₯°ππππ
Great to put this altogether M Combs. Iβve only read a couple so many still to read. Congrats to the shortlist winners!!π
Wooohooooo congratulations everyone! ππππππ
Fantastic Entries! Thank you for your selfless contributions to the community, Mother! Happy Thanksgiving!
Happy Thanksgiving! π¦ I hope you had a wonderful holiday! Thank you for this challenge. It brought back many good memories. π©΅
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Thank you for the apropo prompt! I had to dig deep for a memory in that I live in Sweden and my time in New England was along time ago.