Thanksgiving is 1 week away! Are you ready?

Today, The Morning Thing shared some great advice on how to prepare for the Thanksgiving holiday.
Here are some great tips that we found online to help you plan ahead and be ready to enjoy this special holiday.

🛒 1. Plan and Shop

• Finalize your menu. Decide exactly what dishes you’ll serve (and what guests might bring).
• Make a detailed grocery list. Include all ingredients, drinks, and supplies like foil, plastic wrap, and napkins.
• Do your big grocery run. Get non-perishables, frozen items, and anything that can store well for a week. (Avoid the last-minute rush!)
• Order your turkey. If you haven’t yet, make sure it’s purchased or reserved.

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🦃 2. Prep the Turkey

• If you bought a frozen turkey, move it to the fridge to thaw — it can take up to 4–5 days depending on the size.
• Check you have a roasting pan, thermometer, and carving knife.

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🍽️ 3. Get Your Kitchen Ready

• Clean out the fridge to make space for ingredients and leftovers.
• Sharpen knives and clean cookware, baking sheets, and serving dishes.
• Label serving platters or sticky-note them (“mashed potatoes here,” “stuffing here”) to stay organized.

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🏡 4. Prepare Your Home

• Clean main areas (kitchen, dining room, bathrooms, entryway).
• Plan table seating and décor. Make sure you have enough chairs, plates, glasses, and utensils.
• Set aside time to decorate — candles, fall centerpieces, or a festive tablecloth go a long way.

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🕒 5. Plan the Timeline

• Create a cooking schedule for the week and Thanksgiving Day. (e.g., pies the day before, casseroles in the morning, turkey in at noon.)
• Make a to-do list for each day leading up to the holiday.

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👪 6. Coordinate with Guests

• Confirm who’s coming and what time they’ll arrive.
• Double-check who’s bringing what dishes or drinks.
• Plan for any dietary needs (vegetarian, gluten-free, etc.).

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🍰 7. Start Early Prep

• Make and freeze pie dough, casseroles, or rolls if possible.
• Chop veggies ahead of time and store them in labeled containers.
• Prepare any make-ahead dishes like cranberry sauce or gravy base.