While Thanksgiving is in the later part of November in the US... Canada already had theirs in October. However, being grateful for things doesn't mean that you are only grateful in that month. There's just slightly more emphasis put on gratitude within those months. So, here's a few things that I'm grateful for:
I'm grateful that Quidditch is back! While it's only the second match of the season, November 1st saw the first Slytherin match! Starting off on a high note against Gryffindor (let's face it, any Slytherin vs Gryffindor is a high note and much anticipated), we see the talents of both teams out in full force. Of course, the team is always grateful for those who come out and support them. Hopefully that meant that we got to see you in the Spectator Stands cheering on your Green and Silver. Hey, you'd be grateful too! Want to know why? Cause the Magical Games and Sports has this cool program called The Snitch Program where if you participate in the monthly activities, check-in while wearing a cool avatar, or make a post 175 words or longer in the Spectator Stands, you get entered to win awesome prizes! I mean … the House would be grateful for those House Points. -Winks conspiratorially.-
Speaking of House Points... Another thing I'm grateful for is the opportunity across HEX to get those ever-sought House Points! With the Order of Merlin Incentive, not only do you get a chance to win prizes in the contest themselves, but for doing them! Complete with a handy little list that lists out the monthly contest that awards House Points, what more could an ambitious Snake ask for? Also, with the Slytherin Prize Booth, you can claim your contest list for Order of Merlin as a ticket towards that bunch of lovely prizes. Double, no... TRIPLE the chances to get some awesome things! Truly, that's something to be grateful for right there!
The final thing I'm grateful for is the people that make HEX the wonderful site it is. From the users to the Staff, everyone puts a piece of themselves into what they do on the site and has left their mark. With that, it was wonderful to see Snakes being promoted for their continued work and dedication to HEX! Please, join me in a rousing round of applause for our very own editor, Nicole Phelps becoming a Jr. Staff. As well as Hannah Abbott (one of SOUPs writers), CustardApple, and Samuel all becoming Global Moderators! It is always wonderful to see our Snakes being recognized for their hard work and dedication. Which shows that those aren't just Hufflepuff traits!
Of course, there is always more to be grateful for. However, if I continue on, then y'all will never get me to shut up. So, it's time for this Hoard to leave it right there.