Six Flags files for bankruptcy

The auto giants aren't the only ones that have been hit by the recession. Six Flags, the Amusement park giant that has provided me with so many memorable moments over the years has filed for bankruptcy.

Mark Shapiro, CEO of Six flags says filing for Chapter 11 will not affect any of the the company's parks in the U.S and Mexico, but will help the company restructure $2.8 billion in debt.

I haven't been to Six Flags in years, and apparently they could have used the business. I remember pounding cokes at 10am to save money on tickets. My friends and I used to have a system for the coasters. Ride the popular ones early before the crowds pick up, hit the water rides in the middle of the day to cool down, and then more coaster action to finish the day. Funnel cakes and cotton candy were also thrown into the equation at some point. We didn't mess around. I miss those times.

I hope Six Flags can weather the storm. I can't imagine what growing up would be like for any kid without trips to the amusement park.