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Get ready to pout and complain because April 15 is National That Sucks Day! This quirky holiday was created by Thomas and Ruth Roy of Wellcat Holidays as a way to acknowledge all the things in life that just plain suck. From getting a parking ticket to spilling coffee on your favorite shirt, this day is all about commiserating with others and finding humor in everyday frustrations. So grab your friends, share your own "that sucks" stories, and let's turn those frowns upside down!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1995</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Wellcat Holidays Founding</div><div class='timeline-text'>Thomas and Ruth Roy founded Wellcat Holidays, an organization that creates quirky and whimsical holidays as a means to spread humor and enjoyment.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1996</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First That Sucks Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>April 15 was established as National That Sucks Day, creating a day dedicated to acknowledging life's unfortunate moments, conceived by Thomas and Ruth Roy.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Internet Spreads Awareness</div><div class='timeline-text'>With the growth of the Internet, awareness about National That Sucks Day spreads globally, leading to increased recognition of the holiday.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Social Media Boost</div><div class='timeline-text'>The advent of social media platforms like Twitter and Facebook gave National That Sucks Day a significant boost in visibility and participation.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Global Participation</div><div class='timeline-text'>The holiday reaches a wider audience with people around the world participating, sharing their "That Sucks" moments, and encouraging resilience and humor in face of adversity.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Throw a "That Sucks" party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite your friends over for a themed party to celebrate National That Sucks Day. Encourage everyone to dress up in their best "sucky" attire and serve drinks and snacks that fit the theme.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Vent session with friends</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather your closest friends and spend some time venting about all the things that suck in life. Sometimes it feels good to let it all out and have a supportive group to commiserate with.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a "That Sucks" playlist</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Make a playlist of songs that capture the spirit of National That Sucks Day. This can include songs about heartbreak, disappointment, or just overall bad luck.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Treat yourself to something nice</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Sometimes life just sucks, but that doesn't mean you can't treat yourself. Take the day to do something you love, whether it's getting a massage, buying yourself a gift, or indulging in your favorite meal.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Spread some positivity</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>In contrast to the negative connotations of National That Sucks Day, use the day as an opportunity to spread some positivity. Write kind notes or compliments for strangers, donate to a charity, or do something nice for a friend or family member.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a chance to vent and let out frustration</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Let's face it - we all have those days where everything seems to go wrong. National That Sucks Day is the perfect opportunity to let out all of your frustrations and commiserate with others who may be feeling the same way.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It can be cathartic</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Sometimes, just acknowledging that something sucks can be therapeutic. Whether it's a bad day at work or a personal struggle, National That Sucks Day allows us to acknowledge and release negative emotions in a healthy way.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a reminder to appreciate the good days</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>On a day dedicated to things that suck, it's important to remember that not every day is like this. It serves as a reminder to appreciate the good days and be grateful for the positive aspects of our lives.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>National That Sucks Day is Celebrated on the American Tax Day</h3><p class='facts-content'>April 15, also known as Tax Day for Americans, is fittingly chosen as National That Suck Day, a day when many Americans lament paying their taxes.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Ruth and Thomas Roy Have Registered Over 80 Holidays</h3><p class='facts-content'>National That Sucks Day creators, Ruth and Thomas Roy of Wellcat Holidays, have registered over 80 quirky and fun holidays, adding sparks of joy to our calendar year.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Phrase “That Sucks” Has Roots in the Mid-20th Century America</h3><p class='facts-content'>The expression "that sucks" started appearing in American English around the 1940s as a slang term expressing disappointment or frustration.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Ruth and Thomas Roy Encourage Humourous Approach to Disappointments</h3><p class='facts-content'>The Roys created National That Sucks Day not to wallow in negativity, but to confront disappointments with humor and shared stories, turning negative events into opportunities for bonding and laughter.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Day is Also a Legacy of the Historic Event - Titanic Sinking</h3><p class='facts-content'>Apart from being Tax Day, April 15 is also remembered as the fateful day when the Titanic sank in 1912, adding to the significance of National That Sucks Day.</p></div></div>
National That Sucks Day is celebrated on April 15th every year. In 2024 National That Sucks Day will fall on a Monday.
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