Have you ever noticed that holidays are seldom celebrated for the cause upon which they were originated? Things like Santa at Christmas and bunnies at Easter tend to take away the meaning. It is not just religious holidays that come to mind. Memorial day is much more known for cookouts than it is for those who gave the ultimate sacrifice while serving in our military.
Labor Day has lost its original meaning also, and I am really happy about that. At the turn of the 20th century, Labor Day was a way to kiss up to organized Labor. It was a celebration of the workers' unions. But here is what Wikipedia says about today's holiday.
"Labor Day has come to be celebrated
by most Americans as the symbolic end of the summer. In high society, Labor Day
is (or was) considered the last day of the year when it is fashionable to wear
white or seersucker. In U.S. sports, Labor Day marks the beginning of
the NFL and college football seasons. NCAA teams usually play their first
games the week before Labor Day, with the NFL traditionally playing their first game
the Thursday following Labor Day.
The holiday is now regarded as a day of rest and parties."
So remember that this weekend is the last weekend to wear your white or seersucker fashion.
And yes, get ready for some football!
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