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Since the 1800's, American citizens have recognized Thanksgiving by imitating the vision of the pilgrims and the Indians meeting together for a friendly meal. As nice as this vision of friendship may be, it is not the reality. The story of pilgrims and Indians was one of unreciprocated camaraderie. while the Indians presented the pilgrims with supplies and skills to make do their first winter the pilgrims thanked them by declaring war and laying siege to them. Even though this is not what we prefer to think about as we join together to feast with our loved ones, maybe it offers a new aspect to the season. The pilgrims were ravenous and immoral. They took from the Indians and repaid them in the most severe ways possible. Maybe instead of imitating the romanticized story of the pilgrims and Indians as pals each Thanksgiving, we should look back on the betrayal the Indians endured at the hands of their "friends" the pilgrims. Now I don't mean that Thanksgiving should be a solemn day of reflection and remembrance, but perhaps we should take the day to consider our own friendships. Of all the things we offer thanks for on Thanksgiving, the men and women we cherish should be at the very top. Thanksgiving is not only a chance for us to share our many blessings with the ones we love, but to express our recognition for their loyal friendship. This Thanksgiving you might contemplate delivering a little something extra to express thanks. Why not thank your friends for their love and support by giving them a Thanksgiving Day Gift Basket from Baskets By Rita? As summer breezes turn to autumn chill, look to this basket to celebrate the season. This Thanksgiving Day Gift Basket is filled with mixed nuts, turkey shaped pasta, marinara sauce, assorted milk and dark chocolates, cranberry cheddar cheese, crackers, hot apple cider, shortbread cookies, fresh crisp apples, caramel dip, tortilla chips and Colorado salsa, popcorn and caramel apple taffy. If you can't be there for Thanksgiving send this beautiful basket instead. This is also a great way to say thank you, welcome home, or thinking of you. http://www.basketsbyrita.com/assets/images/thanksgiving_gift_basket.jpg