From spending time with people you love to eating amazing food, there are lots of reasons to adore this holiday. We teamed up with Studio Ink to compile a list of our fave things about Turkey Day.

$1. The Side Dishes: We all know that turkey is just the face of Thanksgiving and the sides are the main acts. Make this Brie, bacon + squash risotto \u2014 it\u2019s sure to be a hit. http://go.brit.co/2goApSU$

1. The Side Dishes: We all know that turkey is just the face of Thanksgiving and the sides are the main acts. Make this Brie, bacon + squash risotto — it’s sure to be a hit. http://go.brit.co/2goApSU

$2. Thanksgiving-themed Greeting Cards: Let your loved ones know how thankful you are for them with a card from Studio Ink\u2019s sassy Thanksgiving lineup. http://bit.ly/2bmoVb5$

2. Thanksgiving-themed Greeting Cards: Let your loved ones know how thankful you are for them with a card from Studio Ink’s sassy Thanksgiving lineup. http://bit.ly/2bmoVb5

$3. Going Home: Living on your own is awesome, but there\u2019s nothing like going back to your old stomping grounds. Revisit your favorite places and take a trip down memory lane.$

3. Going Home: Living on your own is awesome, but there’s nothing like going back to your old stomping grounds. Revisit your favorite places and take a trip down memory lane.

4. Reuniting With Old Friends: Thanksgiving is the perfect time to reunite with your old friends. As you get older, the more precious your childhood friendships are.

5. Go for a Turkey Trot: What better way to prepare for Thanksgiving feat than a morning run to increase your appetite? Dress up in costume or DIY a colorful running belt. http://go.brit.co/2g1i9Kc

6. Throw a Friendsgiving Party: Gather your friends, AKA the family you chose, for a Friendsgiving potluck. Learn how to host the most epic Friendsgiving here http://bit.ly/2fn5Bwa

7. Can (and Should) Eat As Much Pie As You Want: This is not only true but necessary. Learn to make the ultimate pumpkin pie here.

8. Thanksgiving-Themed Crafts and Recipes: Remember making turkeys out of sandwich cookies and candy? Bring back those cookie turkeys this year with this recipe. http://go.brit.co/2g1gX9V

9. Wearing Flannel: Okay, so wearing flannel is not just a Thanksgiving thing, but an awesome part of fall in general. Make sure to also wear stretchy pants to accommodate the post-dinner food coma.

10. Making New Recipes Out of the Leftovers: Thanksgiving leftovers are just as important as the dinner itself: Make a tasty turkey sandwich or try this Thanksgiving pizza! http://go.brit.co/2g1eE6y

11. The Thanksgiving-Themed TV Show Episodes: The Turkey Day episodes of your favorite TV shows are generally filled with warm and fuzzies, just like actual Thanksgiving.

$12. Remembering What You\u2019re Thankful For: Whether it\u2019s big (like having a loving home to return to each year!) or small (like chocolate!), Thanksgiving is the official day to recount life\u2019s blessings.$

12. Remembering What You’re Thankful For: Whether it’s big (like having a loving home to return to each year!) or small (like chocolate!), Thanksgiving is the official day to recount life’s blessings.

$Let\u2019s dig in!$

Let’s dig in!

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12 Reasons Why We Love Thanksgiving