Though Thanksgiving often associates itself in our minds as a large meal eaten with family or friends, its meaning of giving and giving thanks extends far deeper. O. Henry highlights this in his Thanksgiving story, “The Purple Dress.” Henry follows a young woman, Maida, as she saves to buy a purple dress for a Thanksgiving party.
As Thanksgiving draws nearer, all of the workers at the Bee-Hive Store grow more and more excited. For, every Thanksgiving, the owner of the Bee-Hive Store graciously puts together a feast for all of the workers. With delicious food, music, and dancing, they all have a jolly time.
