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As I embarked on my latest adventure in the janky time machine, I stumbled upon an artifact that made me chuckle, scratch my head, and ponder the state of the world all at once.

In this not-so-distant timeline, consumerism has hijacked Thanksgiving, and it's running the show. It's as if the holiday decided to dress up as Black Friday and Cyber Monday for a costume party and forgot to change back into its traditional attire. People are no longer gathered around tables; they're huddled around screens, hunting for deals.

Thanksgiving isn't just about feasting and giving thanks; it's become the ultimate celebration of consumerism.