We all love a holiday. A time off work to remember a special event or occasion. However, some holidays have you wondering “What’s the Point?”
Columbus Day
Every second Monday in October people throughout the USA stop to remember Christopher Columbus’ discovery of the New World. It seems exciting but there is also the fact that he forced indigenous people to change their lifestyles and lose their identity alight the way.
Presidents’ Day
Celebrated on the third Monday in February, Presidents Day is meant to be a chance to honor the first (and subsequent presidents) of America. Somewhere along the way it has lost its true meaning and become commercialized.
Groundhog Day
A day that, as cute as it is, has no real value. Everyone waits eagerly to see if Punxsutawney Phil will cast a shadow or not which then determines the length of winter. USAToday calls this the dumbest holiday.
Flag Day
Flags may be cool, but do the Stars and Stripes deserve its own special day on June 14? It may be a way of commemorating the adoption of the US flag, but don’t you think it’s time to move on?
National Nothing Day
For the probationers and lazy people out there, here is a day in which you can claim your right to do nothing. It falls on January 16th, so if you have had a hard few weeks celebrating the New Year, you can look forward to this day when you can do zip.
Patriot’s Day
Occurring on the third Monday of April, 6 out of 50 states celebrate this day. That’s only 12% of the country. It seems that not many people want to remember some of the bloody histories of America. Perhaps a plus is the Boston Marathon…
National Bicarbonate of Soda Day
We can’t deny that Bicarbonate of Soda has so many wonderful uses such as being antibacterial and absorbing nasty smells. The question is does this product deserve a day of remebereance (December 30)? Some may say “Yes”.
But then other condiments are just as deserving. For those who want to have a full-on celebration of other condiments in your kitchen, there is National Vinget Day (November 1) and National Ketchup Day (June 5th).
Talk Like a Pirate Day
From Blackbeard to Jack Sparrow, pirates instill fear as well as comedy in our lives. If you want to get in touch with your inner pirate you can spend the whole day speaking like one. Circle September 19 on your calendar and get ready to put on your eye patch. (Parrots on your shoulder are optional).
Casimir Pulaski Day
A holiday that is remembered by the Polish community in the US. It’s celebrated in Illinois on the first Monday of March. Casimir Pulaski may have been a great Calvary officer, but there have been others such as J. E. B. Stuart. But Mr. Stuart doesn’t get a special day, so why should Casimir?
National Situational Awareness Day
Mark September 26 on your calendar as it’s National Situational Awareness Day! A time to reflect on your safety. Because, it’s something you don’t take care of every day, right?
National White Cane Safety Day
A day in which we are called to remember the blind and visually impaired. It seems that we may not be doing that any other day than October 15.
National No Bra Day
The purpose of this is to raise awareness of breast cancer. On October 13, females are encouraged to leave their bras at home and be free. But the whole of October is breast cancer awareness month so it kinda makes this holiday redundant.
Bra Day USA
Another day to focus people’s attention on breast awareness. Every third Wednesday in October, females should be putting their bras back on after taking them off for No Bra Day.
National Drink Beer Day
A celebration of beer. It seems that people throughout America need a day in their calendars to remember how thankful they are to this ancient ale. Pencil in the date, April 7, and then decide which brew you’ll have on the day.
National Coffee Day
Coffee is great. It helps those struggling with narcolepsy. September 29 is the day to remember if you want to pay homage to this beverage.
National Walk to School Day
A date on which we are reminded to exercise and become aware of health and environmental issues. Yet these are things most people contemplate almost daily, so why dedicate a date to it (October 4th)? Imagine the torment of your school is really far away.
National No Beard Day
A holiday that started as an idea online but has no real purpose. It seems that the only point is to make those without facial hair feel better about themselves. If you want to join in then make a note to yourself for October 18.
National Hermit Day
Ever wondered what it feels like to be alone? You can celebrate self-isolation on October 29. Switch off your digital devices and then crawl into your cave…
National Freethought Day
Maybe you don’t think you think freely. But once a year (October 12) you can spend the whole day wondering about rainbow-coloured unicorns dancing through fields of flowers and how that affects your life and the world. Free your mind!
Happy holidays!
Holidays are a time to relax and reflect. Now we have given you more (albeit useless) days to add to your busy schedule. Which of these is your new favorite(s)?
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