Giving Thanks

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Across
  1. 2. The month of Thanksgiving
  2. 8. They crunch underfoot in November
  3. 11. A short speech before raising a glass
  4. 12. The season of golden leaves and gatherings
  5. 14. Gathering of family or old friends
  6. 15. Something to be thankful for
  7. 16. To recognize the good in someone or something
  8. 20. Traditional Thanksgiving Day sport
  9. 21. Covers the dining surface for special occasions
  10. 22. Something repeated year after year
  11. 24. Willingness to give freely
  12. 26. Broken in two for luck
  13. 28. To offer food to others
  14. 30. A simple act of gratitude and affection
  15. 32. A decorative squash, often seen with pumpkins
  16. 33. Decorative focal point on a festive table
  17. 36. Where loved ones might gather for warmth
  18. 38. Tart red fruit often found on Thanksgiving tables
Down
  1. 1. A feeling of warmth, safety, or ease
  2. 3. Cooking method for turkeys and vegetables
  3. 4. Sweet side dish baked or candied
  4. 5. Symbol of abundance shaped like a horn
  5. 6. A cozy dish often shared at potlucks
  6. 7. Colorful autumn leaves
  7. 9. Appropriate for a certain time of year
  8. 10. Festive procession with floats and balloons
  9. 13. Shared time around the table
  10. 17. Soft fabric perfect for chilly fall days
  11. 18. A plentiful supply, often from the harvest
  12. 19. The person who welcomes guests
  13. 22. Full of gratitude
  14. 23. Traditions passed down through generations
  15. 25. Feeling after a big Thanksgiving dinner
  16. 27. Someone who gives time to help others
  17. 29. Savory sauce for mashed potatoes
  18. 31. Nut often found in holiday pies
  19. 33. Generous giving to those in need
  20. 34. Having more than enough
  21. 35. The art of making a room look festive
  22. 37. A large celebratory meal