Thanksgiving Thoughts ...

What does Thanksgiving mean to you?

If all you think about is food and family, then you really are my tribe 😅

Thanksgiving feast picture borrowed from @2welve

At a young age, we’re taught the story of the pilgrims, who joined the Native people and shared a peaceful feast. This is what we’re taught about Thanksgiving.

But this story is false. Sure, they may have sat together on this day and shared a meal. But the truth is, Europeans came to America stole from, raped and ultimately — a few years later — massacred the very same Natives. They looked down upon sacred rituals and behaviors they didn’t understand. And then, had the audacity to deem them savages.

Now tell me, why is this considered something to celebrate again? 🤔

On this day, I chose to celebrate family, friends and loved ones. I celebrate my blessings — I may not be where I want to be, but I thank GOD I’m not where I used to be 🙌🏾 🙏🏾  I celebrate life; this day was not promised to me and I’m so thankful to be here. I celebrate all the food that was cooked for me to devour and the love that was poured into each dish.

And I celebrate you, my Buttah’d Tribe! You all turned my dreams into reality. The support I receive is amazing! Some of y’all don’t even personally know me, but you believe in me, my dream + my product. It’s because of you (and my dedication to keep pouring love into my community) that keeps me going.

Spend this day in gratitude. Spend this day with your loved ones, creating new memories. Spend this day eating good.

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