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The drive to the airport was surreal. Streets that would soon buzz with holiday traffic were eerily empty, mirroring the solitude I had felt amidst the chaos of previous Thanksgivings. I realized that in my quest to fulfill everyone else\u2019s desires, I had neglected my own.<\/p>\n

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As the airport loomed into view, I allowed myself a moment of reflection. This wasn\u2019t just about escaping the monumental task of a Thanksgiving dinner for 30 guests. It was about reclaiming my autonomy and asserting my worth beyond my culinary skills. I had spent countless hours perfecting dishes for people who were more interested in socializing and sipping wine than appreciating the effort behind every morsel. In this moment, I decided I would no longer allow myself to be taken for granted.<\/div>\n
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