There's no legendary character quite like the peppy blonde from Pawnee. For some though, watching Parks and Recreation is like watching themselves on a screen.
1. You have your own Pawnee.
It's hard to think about who exactly Leslie Knope is without recognizing where she lives. You probably have your own Pawnee: a town that seems so insignificant to the rest of the world, but is the coolest place in the world to you. After graduation, people in your hometown were like, "Oh gosh, just try and make it out of here." But your mindset was probably more like, "Oh gosh, just try and come back after college, because why would I want to live anywhere else?"
2. You're a fan of public figures more so than celebrities.
What else would you decorate your office with other than powerful women in history? Other than a poster of SCOTUS reacting the famous "Friends " show poster with the milkshake, of course (but way funnier because SCOTUS, duh). Not to mention, you had Obama/Biden memes WAY before they were popular.
3. Every day is a holiday, in some way.
Galentine's day, Lil' Sebastian's birthday, Joe Biden's birthday and Pie Mary are just some of the extra holidays you add to your yearly calendar; however, isn't everyday really a day worth celebrating? Literally, it really is. Just follow one of your upbeat motivational quotes or ask your Chris Traeger pal.
4. The Ron Swanson's of the world are actually your friends, not enemies.
You may be opposites in every respect, but truth be told those government-hating, unenthusiastic, simple men are some of your best friends. You're always there to help with his Tammy's. You're excited enough for the both of you on just about everything, except woodworking, of course. There are times where you somehow agree, like on the worshipers of Zorp. Regardless, this duo balances out to be quite awesome.
5. You rock the progressive woman attire (pantsuits mostly).
Hillary Clinton and Elizabeth Warren may have started this trend, but no doubt, it's the Leslie Knope's of the world that perfected the fashion.
6. You thank God for your own Ann.
Ugh, what would you do without your very own "beautiful tropical fish?" While you're out there trying to save the world, or just the Parks of Pawnee, you need someone to keep you sane. Truly a friendship like no other.
7. You're a true feminist.
Drawing your power from your fore-sisters (mostly on your desk, and your own Ann. Ann's great). A tradition even like Pie Mary can't get you down. You stand for equality! Men, like Ben, can make a calzone pie! You deal with the backlash of middle-aged, middle-class, white men like a champ. Lose the mayoral race? Whatever, you'll just become the head of the federal Parks and Recreation Service.
All in all, the signs are clear. You are a strong, empowered, positive woman, who is celebrating something, dealing with the Ron Swanson or Ann Perkins in your life, challenging gender roles and rocking your pantsuit (literally) all at the same time.
