We all need a feel good show that we know will provide a great laugh and is great for a rainy day binge watching session (or any day that is!) Parks and Recreation is just that show. By the time you finish the show (all seven seasons are now on Netflix! *excited dancing*), you will find yourself convincing anyone and everyone to join in on the joy of watching Parks and Rec. From the amazing story line to the catchy theme song, you’ll love Parks and Recreation more than Leslie Knope hates Eagleton!
Disclaimer: There are some show spoilers in this article if you have not finished all seven seasons: you have been warned!
1. No matter how your day has gone, Parks and Rec is always there for you.
Just like Leslie and Ann are always there for each other, you can come home from anything, turn on Parks and Rec, and feel like you’re spending time with your best friends. Because all of the characters form a huge family on the show and can cheer you up with any episode, you’ll feel like you’re at home with your own family.
2. It's more fun than you think to use all of the catch phrases in your everyday life.
Whether you want to, “treat yo’ self,” celebrate, “galentine’s day,” or blame Jerry/Larry/Lenny/Terry/Berry for anything bad that happens, you’ll find yourself quoting the Parks and Rec characters whenever you can.
3. Everyone can find their spirit animal.
4. April and Andy and Leslie and Ben will forever be #couplegoalsaf
These two power couples are the definition of adorable. The way Andy and April are the perfect “cat and dog” couple is flawless, and seeing Ben’s undying love for Leslie and Leslie’s obsession with Ben’s cute butt is the cutest thing ever. They compliment each other perfectly and every scene between them will make you go, “aweeee!”
5. Ron Swanson is basically amazing.
6. And Leslie Knope is even better
7. Chris Traeger and Ann Perkins are also lit'rally #couplegoalsaf
8. Jean Ralphio and Mona Lisa Saperstein will make you break out in song over just about everything (if you don't already do that).
9. You will fall in love with every character and feel like they are your best friends (including Lil' Sebastian).
10. You should treat yo' self with a great show
Take the advice of Donna Meagle and Tom Haverford when they say, "Treat yo’ self!" Parks and Recreation is a feel good show and you will not regret being a part of the journey of the Parks and Recreation department as you enjoy watching seven wonderful seasons. Everyone needs a good laugh at the end of the day, so get your fix and go binge watch Parks and Recreation!