First line: Let no one be discouraged by the belief that there is nothing one person can do against the enormous array of the world’s ills, misery, ignorance and violence. Last line: Crossing each other from a million different centers of energy and daring, those ripples can build a current which can sweep down the mightiest walls of oppression and resistance.

Even with the imperfections of the US right now, this reading reminds us that we are blessed to be a part of this nation.

First line: For the laughter of the children, for my own life breath. Last line: Thank You, God, for giving us all these. Amen.

Good old Shonda Rhimes, who brought us Grey’s Anatomy and its star, Meredith Grey, that somewhat confounding character who brought us so many laughs, tears, and thoughtful moments like this one.

First line: Maybe gratitude has nothing to do with joy. Last line: At the end of the day, the fact that we have the courage to still be standing is reason enough to celebrate.

This popular song is always a crowd hit (especially for those of us born after 1960). It’s been re-recorded many times since then. A beautiful addition for your celebration.

First line: I see trees of green, red roses too. Last line: What a wonderful world…

First line: O say can you see, by the dawn’s early light. Last line: O’er the land of the free and the home of the brave?…

First line: This land is your land, This land is my land. Last line: From the Redwood forest to the Gulf Stream waters This land was made for you and me…

Serves: 10-12 people
Time: 30 minutes active + 2 hours to bring turkey to room temperature + 2 ½ -3 hours cooking time

Serves: 6 to 8 people
Time: 2 hours and 30 minutes