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Lift Every Voice and Sing
By James Weldon JohnsonA group of young men in Jacksonville, Florida, arranged to celebrate Lincoln’s birthday in 1900. My brother, J. Rosamond..
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Alberto Ríos-Inspired: “The World Ends in Gratitude”
Not in fire, not in rain,Not in thunder, loss, or pain—But in cranberry sauce and open arms,In warm reminders, in simple charms.The world ends in..
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Pumpkin Pie Smiles by Siobhan Alvarez-Borland
A giggle, a gobble, a grateful “Hooray!”I hope you have fun this Thanksgiving Day.With pumpkin pie smiles and laughter so bright,You make every..
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Little Child’s Thanks by Siobhan Alvarez-Borland
I’m not very tall,Still working on polite,I spill all my juiceAnd hate sleeping at night.But today I am thankfulFor mashed sweet potatoes,And that..
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Laughter of the Gleaner (Homage to Harriet Maxwell Converse)
With worn matron smiles, and baskets in hand,They harvest the fields from east land to sand.The laughter of the gleaner is quiet, yet strong,A hymn..
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The Gravy Boat Parade by Siobhan Alvarez-Borland
The peas are marching two by two,The carrots dance in line,The mashed potatoes wave hello—“This dinner sure is fine!”The gravy boat floats proudly..
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The Gravy Boat Parade by Siobhan Alvarez-Borland
The peas are marching two by two,The carrots dance in line,The mashed potatoes wave hello—“This dinner sure is fine!”The gravy boat floats proudly..
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Thanksgiving Table (Inspired by Richard Blanco)
The Thanksgiving table stretches wide,With food and stories served with pride.Delicious food, a delicious meal,But deeper still the thanks we..
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Wild Turkeys Run by Siobhan Alvarez-Borland
Wild turkeys in the forest,Marching one by one,“We’ll dodge that oven’s shadow,”“We’ll hide until it’s done!” They waddle through the orchard,They..
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A Poem Inspired by Edgar Albert Guest
“Thanksgiving’s not just turkey,”Said Edgar Albert Guest,“It’s hugs and jokes and caring,And always doing your best.”So I help set the table,I share..
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The Last Slice (A Thanksgiving Dilemma) by Siobhan Alvarez-Borland
Who gets the final slice of pie?Grandma says “Don’t ask me why,”Uncle Joe points at the cat,But we all know she’s not up for that.A stare-off starts..
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The Loudest String by Siobhan Alvarez-Borland
I sang so loud at dinner,My mashed potatoes flew,My cousin plucked the gravy boatAnd strummed it like a kazoo. My uncle played the turkey leg,My..
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Tis Nature’s Call (Inspired by Emily Dickinson)
The corn is husked, the fields laid bare,The geese are flying fast—Tis nature’s call to gather closeBefore the cold has passed.The orchard sleeps..
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Turkey Time Tangle by Siobhan Alvarez-Borland
The turkey wore a tutu,The mashed potatoes flew—Aunt Sally spilled the gravy,And the dog barked “WOO-HOO!”The tablecloth’s a canvas,Our feast a work..
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A Slice of Thanks by Siobhan Alvarez-Borland
I’m thankful for my cozy bed,My pillow and my toes,I’m thankful for warm sweatersAnd for frosting on my nose.I’m thankful for my pumpkin pie,My..
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At Grandfather’s House by Siobhan Alvarez-Borland
Over the hills to grandfather’s house,Through wind and falling snow,We carry pie and cranberry sauce,With cheeks all aglow.The harvest moon is..
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Gobble Gobble Giggles
Gobble gobble gobbles,That’s the turkey’s tune,He struts around the backyard,Singing “dinner’s coming soon!”His red snood bobs so proudly,He’s quite..
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“Thank you to all veterans, past and present. Thank you to the families of our active-duty military, who live the sacrifice of your deployments. We..
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“Thanks for all you do for our country and have done. God bless all of you and your families.” – Christie Fuller
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“Today is the day to commemorate the bravery of the greatest soldiers of our nation! Happy Veterans Day!”
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“He loves his country best who strives to make it best.” – Robert G. Ingersoll
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“For an American citizen, today is the day to proudly remember all the soldiers’ sacrifices. Let us bow our heads to honor them and thank them for..
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“Your service during World War II still means so much to our nation, and it has shaped the land that we call America. Thank you for your service.”
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“Thank you so much for serving this country and keeping us safe. Thank you for the sacrifice you’ve made and your dedication. I pray for many..
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“Thank you so much for your countless sacrifices. I appreciate all you’ve done to keep all of us safe and free.” – Amy Minchin
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