On this 'Oh so sacred' Superbowl Sunday, I began to seriously question my fellow Americans. Coming from a completely Polish family, I have always been more interested in watching European sports, such as tennis and soccer, so the Superbowl never meant a great deal to me anyway. Still, I never really minded that it means a great deal to many people. However, while I was at Walker Brothers Pancake House this morning, I noticed a sign saying that Walker Brothers would be closed after 4 o'clock for the Superbowl. Isn't it interesting that Walker Brothers is open on Easter and Thanksgiving Day? This makes me wonder how us Americans are beginning to prioritize. Sports are fun and can be harmless, but some people get extremely intense about this event, to the point where it's dangerous and chaotic. People are encouraged to get drunk, consume large amounts of unhealthy foods, and even gamble. Today is basically considered a holiday. My volleyball practice is even cancelled for the night!
I see skewed prioritizing in many more places. More and more reality TV shows are teaching kids that cars and clothes are more important than family. I am beginning to wonder if America should do more to encourage more positive and realistic prioritizing. Many of us need to come back into touch with our ideals.
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