FOX’s ‘Glee’ a gleeful program worth watching

Now that we are approaching finals, people worry about finals, work that hasn’t been done, and summer jobs. Some people then enter panic mode and worry endlessly. My advice for them is to enjoy life and forget their troubles with a little hour-long television show that is, in my opinion, one of the best on the air.

Every Tuesday morning, I shoot out of bed, more energetic and excited than any other day of the week. It’s not for my early class, nor am I looking forward to an excellent breakfast.

No, it is because I know that at 7 p.m. that night, I will be sitting down in front of my television to watch “Glee.”

Yes, I am what is known to some as a Gleek. I listen to the music, watch the show weekly  on the FOX network (and then watch it again on Hulu.com the next day), and I am also the proud owner of season one on DVD.

To those who don’t know what I am talking about, let me briefly explain what “Glee” is. “Glee” is a show that follows a high school Glee Club. It addresses many social problems, makes a person laugh, and makes a person cry, all while adding fantastic music numbers to the mix.

Now, to those who have not yet caught “Glee” fever, I’d like to tell you exactly why you should be enjoying this fantastic show.

“Glee” deals with serious issues. For example, one of the characters is gay. There have been several episodes dedicated to how some people treat him differently and label him as a freak because of this. However, he always stays true to who he is, one of the reasons he is such a lovable character. It’s the same with the other characters.

They are true to who they are despite people teasing them, and despite getting slushies thrown in their face in almost every episode.

The show has also dealt with the issue of teen pregnancy. One of the characters becomes pregnant toward the beginning of the first season, and in the end of the season, gives up her baby for adoption. It is an emotional time for her and the audience.

Another excellent reason to watch “Glee” is the music. There is music for everyone in this show: classic rock, modern hip-hop, Broadway show tunes, rap, and country.

For those who think that the show is just for people who are into musical theatre (people like me), you are quite mistaken. It is hard for anyone to go through a whole show without hearing a song they recognize and like.

Finally, a good reason to watch “Glee” is because it is such an uplifting show. My time in college has been stressful and sometime difficult.

But when I am watching “Glee,” I can unwind and enjoy myself. The songs make one tap their toes, the jokes are funny, and when watching the show it’s hard not to be happy. After all, according to the show, “Glee is about opening oneself up to joy.”

To those who haven’t gotten on the bandwagon, I invite you hop on, because there is nothing better than having an hour a week of pure glee.