Fire off some famous Thanksgiving quotes and sayings, crack everyone up with a few funny Thanksgiving jokes, and don't forget to raise a Thanksgiving toast to the hosts for their hospitality. Giving thanks for the holiday meal around the table with friends and loved ones this year doesn't have to be stuffy. Blessings and prayers for the meal are always expected, but there's also a lighter side to the stressful holidays. Lighten up with these Thanksgiving quotes, jokes and toasts.

From Thanksgiving blessings and prayers for dinner, to serious and silly Thanksgiving sayings and jokes, here's a list of famous Thanksgiving quotes, and a Thanksgiving toast to say to family and friends. The Thanksgiving holiday is a social time and lends itself to reminiscing around a bountiful table, full of good things to eat, and fun or somber sayings to provoke a thoughtful and meaningful Thanksgiving.

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