Last week I heard a psychologist on the radio talk about how stressful Thanksgiving has become. She focused on the difficult choices people have to make about where to be for the holiday.  As families grow, in-laws, and other complications lead to impossible choices and conflicts.
I think that thanksgiving includes understanding and forgiveness.
Most importantly, in the words of the Rolling Stones...
If you can't be with the one you love, love the one you're with.
Safe travels and have a Happy Thanksgiving.