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Individual Expressions Of Thanksgiving Holiday Analysis
The Ayeni family gathers every Thanksgiving on Martha’s Vineyard for dinner with friends and associates. This Thanksgiving marks the 20th anniversary of a family tradition called “individual expressions of gratitude” instituted by John and Edna Mosley. For this story, a stranger (Michael) conveys the power of gratitude by answering one question. The journalist asks Michael, “what are you most thankful for during the Thanksgiving holiday?” Michael ponders before expressing his gratitude to God for a feast to share with family and friends. Michael plans to incorporate the custom into his family traditions this year and shared the following quote: Michael quoted Deepak Chopra who said, “Gratitude opens the door to the power, wisdom, and
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