<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>Thankscrate blog</title><description>Ideas for appreciating your team: gratitude, workplace culture, holidays, and practical tips.</description><link>https://thankscrate.com/</link><item><title>Back to School Tips for Parents</title><link>https://thankscrate.com/tips/back-to-school-tips-for-parents/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://thankscrate.com/tips/back-to-school-tips-for-parents/</guid><description>Parents, you have a busy year ahead of you! 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Greeting cards were originally used to pen something from the heart – this is what made a card truly special.</description><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>gratitude</category></item><item><title>Expressing Gratitude to Coworkers</title><link>https://thankscrate.com/gratitude/expressing-gratitude-to-coworkers/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://thankscrate.com/gratitude/expressing-gratitude-to-coworkers/</guid><description>The members on your work team are often a second family – you see each other forty (or more!) hours a week. 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During a busy workday, having something tasty to look forward to can give employees a welcome break and create opportunities for casual conversations with coworkers.</description><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>work</category></item><item><title>Fun Holiday Office Decorating Ideas Employees Will Love</title><link>https://thankscrate.com/holidays/holiday-office-decorating-ideas/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://thankscrate.com/holidays/holiday-office-decorating-ideas/</guid><description>There’s something about holiday lights, decorations, music, and seasonal treats that can instantly make a space feel warmer and more welcoming. From twinkling lights and garlands to decorated windows and festive displays, holiday decorations can bring a little extra energy and excitement to the workplace.</description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>holidays</category></item><item><title>How to Celebrate Thanksgiving in the Office</title><link>https://thankscrate.com/holidays/how-to-celebrate-thanksgiving-in-the-office/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://thankscrate.com/holidays/how-to-celebrate-thanksgiving-in-the-office/</guid><description>It goes without saying that there are plenty of ways to celebrate Thanksgiving in the workplace. 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