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From secrets whispered at the kids' table to favorite toasts among the adults, Thanksgiving is a time to make memories and merriment, and each family celebrates the holiday a little differently.

CNN.com asked readers to share some of their favorite Thanksgiving traditions. Below are their responses, some of which have been edited for length and clarity.

Brandi Hofmann of Minonk, Illinois When I was 40 weeks pregnant with my first son, I visited almost daily at my grandparents' house. Mainly I would just visit with Grampa who was sick at the time so Gramma could get some things done around the house. Read full article »

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