My favorite holiday is Thanksgiving–just slightly above April 1st, and that’s saying something.

Sure, April Fools’ Day has its charm with harmless pranks and the occasional office chair taped to the ceiling, but Thanksgiving has the unbeatable combo of food, family, friends and football.

There’s something oddly heartwarming about gathering with people you love (or tolerate), pretending canned cranberry sauce is gourmet and acting like you enjoy deviled eggs.

It’s the one day a year when eating four kinds of pie is acceptable, and no one blinks when you’re asleep on the couch by 4 p.m. And, let’s be honest, watching the Dallas Cowboys play is a core part of the tradition.

And while I’ve mastered the turkey, getting everyone to the table is the real challenge–like a team-building exercis

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