Gifts of Gratitude to Give at Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is the time of year when family, friends and loved ones gather to enjoy a meal, maybe watch some football and simply show gratitude for the people in their lives. This Thanksgiving, Sphinx Date Co. offers some thoughtful ways to give thanks without even spending a lot of money.
It’s the thought that counts — What matters most is the gesture of gratitude, rather than an expensive gift. This year, consider bringing a handwritten card to the host or placing personalized notes at each guest’s seat for them to read as they settle in. Need some inspiration for content? Recall a favorite memory of that person, or consider the traits that make them such a wonderful friend or family member. Genuine words of appreciation will be taken to heart and remembered over a generic card.
Fresh flowers — A simple bouquet of fresh flowers from a garden or the local grocery store is a sure-fire way to make the host’s day and brighten any Thanksgiving tablescape. Consider the host’s favorite florals to personalize the bouquet, or select hues of the season to ensure the bouquet fits right in with the Thanksgiving theme.
Pantry provisions — Practical gifts are always welcome and will most certainly get used. Consider gifting hosts or guests with items they can put to good use right away, such as a loaf of bread, fresh dates or nuts, a favorite jam or jelly, or even fresh fruit in a beautiful basket. Naturally, Sphinx Date Co. can help in this area!
Start a gratitude jar — If hosting this year, create a gratitude jar station. As guests arrived, encourage them to write something they are grateful for and add it to the jar. They can sign their note or leave it anonymous. During dinner, the host can read off all the notes, allowing each guest to feel the gratitude of everyone around them at the table.
Lend a helping hand — Rather than buying a gift, offer to help contribute to the Thanksgiving meal by making or bringing a dish, or arriving early to help the host set the table. Another way to show gratitude and lend a hand is to stay after all the guests have gone and help the host wash the dishes. Offering simple acts of service is a wonderful way to show gratitude and spread joy. Hold the door open for someone, bring the neighbor’s newspaper up to their door or fill a loved one’s gas tank — even the smallest of gestures can bring big happiness and encourage others to spread the love with kind acts of
their own!
This holiday season, the Sphinx Date Co. family wishes to thank their loyal patrons who have become like family over the years. Happy Thanksgiving!