Maddening is a good word for it, Amy!

I don’t know anyone who shops on Thanksgiving, but apparently there are people who do it or the stores wouldn’t be opening earlier, right? The Christmas season already starts in October, it seems, but yes, this could exacerbate that. That’s a risk I’d be willing to take to ease some of the logistic challenges that come with so many holidays in less than a month and to enjoy fresh local produce at the feast, but I certainly see your points.

I shop throughout the year, too, so I hear you on that. Glad it works for you as it is. Hooray for Williams-Sonoma, and I do love stores like Nordstrom that don’t decorate until after Thanksgiving.

Thanks, Melissa! Why argue with precedent set by the Pilgrims? Really appreciate you commenting!