OPINION —

With tables polished to a rich patina and the good china washed, plans are underway for gathering family and friends for a festive Thanksgiving. This year, prepare most of the dishes ahead of time and spend more time with your family instead of in the kitchen. During the festivities, plan a time for giving thanks for blessings, and remember the heritage of our American celebration.

With a cool nip in the air, Thanksgiving morning at our house starts early with the coffee pot and tea kettle started first. As the oven preheats, the turkey is unwrapped and placed in a large roasting pan. After a coating of butter and seasonings, the bird is placed in the hot oven.

As the aroma of the roasting turkey begins to fill the house, it brings back memories of other Thanksgivings when my

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