Happy Festivus

Seinfeld is one of my favourite shows. On my trip to New York earlier this year, what I learned in Seinfeld became grounded in reality. I was on the Van-Wyck Expressway, mentioned in an episode where George picked up Jerry from the airport. I saw signs for the "Adopt a Highway" program, in which the character Kramer participated. Avid Seinfeld fans like myself know that Decemebr 23rd marks a special day on the calendar: Festivus.

Festivus is a holiday made up by the character George's father. Whereas Christmas is about celebrating joy, Festivus is characterised by the opportunity to air grievances. Christmas is celebrated with a tree in the hearth of the home. Festivus is celebrated with an aluminum pole.

The clip below shows the origin of the holiday:

I don't have any grievances to air, per the typical Festivus celebration. Instead, I will go in the opposite direction and offer gratitude. Thank you for reading my blog. I appreciate it!

Happy Festivus to all of my fellow Seinfeld fans!