I'm sure you working moms are looking forward to a four day weekend, while the stay at home moms are looking forward to lots of family around (help w/the kids!).
Here's a guide to some Thanksgiving activities...
Shopping: If you're the type that just can't stay away from the deals on Black Friday check out this site: www.tgiblackfriday.com. It's a great way to see all the deals from the major stores (in the right sidebar) all in one place. It was easy to see what products I need/want and the savings for each of them on the stores pages. They also list the top 40 deals if you want to cut to the chase.
Family Games: This year I'm in charge of finding the games. Since my children are young, they can't be too hard and a little silly. Family fun magazine has some ideas on their site, I like "Chopstick Pass Along" and "Cross the Sea" for older kids "Thanksgiving TV Bingo" and "Turkey Trot" look fun. "Turkey Hunt" or "Where is Mr. Turkey" are great games on www.amazingmoms.com if your kids like hide and seek.
Family Bonding: Thanksgiving is a great time to share laughs and memories. How about some "Family Trivia"? Have each member write a hard question and answer about themselves (or a secret they know about a family member)...put it in a hat and take turns reading aloud. Whoever gets the most answers right wins! Another activity you can do is have Grandma/Grandpa share funny/embarrassing memories of their "kids." The grandkids will love it!
For moms, if you feel shy about asking questions of your relatives who you might not know as well, consider the project at Storycorps. They are recording stories of everyday people and have opened up the histories of countless people across the country. Put the camcorder on a tripod and record these memories for generations to come. They have a list of great questions to ask, broken down into categories: Great Questions List.
Memory Keeping: If you're the type that has most of your pictures on your computer, consider working together with your family to make scrapbook pages. Simply bring photo paper (sold at Staples) and print out pictures you take on the spot. Buy 12x12 paper, a scrapbook, and some thanksgiving themed stickers. Let your kids help you plan out and decorate the pages. It might not look perfect, but each year you can have something to remember.
Other good things to do...go on a date night with hubby (take advantage of the grandparents babysitting and catch a movie!), do something that takes a lot of time--work on a big puzzle, bake bread, play chess. Turn off the tv/computer and take some time to slow down and enjoy the company of family and friends!
It might not look perfect, but each year you can have something to remember.
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