The truth is that hosting Thanksgiving is not just about cooking the perfect turkey or setting a beautiful table. It's about the often unnoticed labor of preparation, coordination, and care that's rarely acknowledged.
According to a study published in the American Sociological Review, women continue to bear the majority of household responsibilities, especially in hosting family gatherings. They often do so without acknowledgment, as family members and guests are primarily focused on enjoying the holiday, rather than the work required to create the experience.
In keeping with the spirit of gratitude, it's time we recognize the hard work of hosting and share the burden.
Planning Thanksgiving involves more than preparing a meal. Hosts spend hours planning, often weeks ahead of time, coordinating dishes, accounting for dietary restrictions, and preparing the house and ingredients, sometimes juggling multiple shopping trips.
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