Notsothanks-giving

Ahh, Thanksgiving. I have taken to not celebrating this day, and instead, signed up to work, so someone else (who actually HAS a family) may be at home. To me, Thanksgiving signifies the beginning of the slow and very painful destruction of the earth and the indiginous people of "America". The day brings to mind the huge self interest egos of europe. The concepts of land ownership and the cramming of Christianity down the throats of anyone didn't practice it. And still, I know some Native Americans who celebrate the holiday without a second thought. I wish I could be more like them.
Through my studies I have learned that most Native leaders know that change is inevitable and seek to embrace those aspects of change that are for the greater good of the people. The trick is to not lose sight of your self, your traditions and customs, or your ancestral heritage while enjoying the spoils of change.....like crisp turkey skin.