Rant

There are a lot of things I like about our little town.

The small town vibe.

The proximity to Salt Lake City and all its goodness.

The parks.

The people.

I could go on...

But there is one thing I can't stand.

The absolute hysteria that surrounds the

Bountiful Handcart Days Parade.

So I'm on my way to do some grocery shopping this morning,

driving down Main Street,

and despite notices like this one,

 and the fact that the parade doesn't start until 6pm

tomorrow,

all I can see up and down both sides of the street is this:

blankets, chairs, ropes, etc. saving places for a parade.

Apparently people started showing up yesterday afternoon

to claim their prime parade watching spot,

and the majority of them will take turns sitting with

their stuff from now until parade time to ensure

that no one snakes their spot.

All this for a parade that's not even that good.

Simmer down, south Davis county residents,

it's true.

The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is good.

The Rose Parade is good.

The Bountiful Handcart Days Parade is okay.

I know it's a tradition.

I know everybody around here grew up going to the parade.

I know the kids love it.

I'm not suggesting we lose the parade.

I'm merely asking that people chill out, obey the rules,

and show up an hour (not day) or two before the parade to get "good" seats.

And for those of you locals who are now fuming,

feel free to visit with me at the parade tomorrow.

We'll be there...

if we can find a spot.