680News - Lisa Brandt

The Santa Claus Parade. Is it okay to loathe it?

This isn’t a comment on Santa or Christmas or the commercialization of Christmas, really. It’s the idea of taking potentially tired, hungry, whiny children out on a crisp day and jockeying for position, elbow to elbow with other watchers who may not respect the “got here first” rule, only to have to finally skitter into a nearby coffee shop to empty a nearly bursting bladder and return to find a gaggle of strangers occupying your prime real estate.

I only know this happens because I’ve heard others talk about it. I have to admit that I run in the other direction when I hear there’s a parade in town, I truly do. Granted, I don’t have small children clamouring to be there to get their letters to the big guy in the red suit. That would make a big difference. A parent will do anything for their kids and I’m assuming that’s why they’re willing to brave the close quarters on the curb for the big event.

If you are going to the parade or anything else brings you downtown on Sunday afternoon, 680 News has you covered with airborne traffic reports with our Russ Holden before and after the parade. Enjoy - or enjoy hiding out!!

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