Even though I did not grow up with Thanksgiving, it is my second favorite American holiday. It hasn’t quite exceeded July 4th in my mind, since I adore summer, fireworks and I worked hard to become an American citizen, but it still ranks very high with me. I love the feeling of family, warmth, tasty food and, well, the simple idea of giving thanks in your own particular way – a time to take stock of the good things each of us have and be appreciative of it.