Thanksgiving is a time to give thanks and celebrate with family and friends. If you're hosting Thanksgiving this year, there are a few things you can do to make sure the day is perfect.

• Start with a clean house. You'll be spending a lot of time in the kitchen, so make sure it's clean and organized.

• Make a guest list and send out invitations. This will help you get an idea of how many people you will need to accommodate.

• Start planning your menu. Decide what dishes you will be preparing and ensure all the ingredients are on hand.

• Begin prepping your food in advance. This will save you time and energy on the day of the big meal.

• Set a beautiful table with all your favorite dishes on Thanksgiving day. Make sure to include plenty of turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, pumpkin pie, and a few of your favorites!

• Lastly, sit back and enjoy the company of your loved ones. Happy Thanksgiving!