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The Dilemma of the the Retail World, Political Correctness, and the Ghosts of "Holidays" Past. Thomas Jefferson quoted, "Why should I care if my neighbor worships a hundred Gods or no God? It neither breaks my leg nor picks my pocket." So why are folks so concerned when greeted with "Happy Holidays" instead of "Merry Christmas". It is better than being greeted with "Bah Humbug!" Should I be offended by the Salvation Army Bell Ringer who greets me with "Merry Christmas" instead of "Happy Holidays" even if I am not in agreement with the Salvation Army's Religious Dogma?" Heavens No! That Bell Ringer merits a generous for the Salvation Army in support of all the good works that they do. Retailers are in Catch-22 situation but it's been my observation that more folks are offended by "Happy Holidays Versus Merry Christmas." . So what if the stores put out the Christmas Holiday Stock before Thanksgiving. It is easier on the finances to have an extended shopping season. Those after Christmas Sales are a marvelous time to start shopping for gifts for the following holiday. I am happy to have a choice between Merry Christmas and Happy Holiday cards to send my friends and family. Retail is in the business of accommodating the needs of all customers not just those with Christian beliefs Jesus is the reason for the season for many but not everyone. There are people who celebrate different holidays in December.. Some folks don't celebrate anything at all. Many simply consider the season the opportunity to connect with family, friends and the community. I am one of those folks who actually appreciate the humor of a Merry Grinch-Mas Shirt. I am among those who struggle with loneliness and unrealistic expectations of the Holiday season. Old Man Winter iced my plans for the Holiday. I spend entirely too many holidays alone Nevertheless it's better alone than with a Bimbo Chasing Schmuck like I was with last year. Maybe next year Santa will send someone who recognizes my values and thinks that I am worth loving. Maybe next year, God will bless and grant Virginia with sunshine for the entire month of December so I can drive to West Virginia, Georgia and California to see my sons. Maybe next year............................... but this year, I am grateful to my Higher Power who expresses himself through my employer granted for a paid holiday off so I don't have to drive to work in a pending ice storm. I'll use the money from the Holiday pay to buy a $50 pass to Monticello. Thomas Jefferson Rocks.  Abracadabra  |
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12/26/2009 10:57 am |
I greet all with "Have a Fabulous Festivus!".
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As someone who spends a lot of Holidays alone I can certainly understand where you are coming from. Maybe next year though things will be as they should for you. And one day hopefully we can meet in person. you fascinate me sometimes Dusty
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12/27/2009 2:21 am |
actually the only people offended by happy christmas are the christians ~ ask any one else and they really dont care , call it what you want for some reason the jelly legged young people of today are frightened of their own shadows incase they offend anyone, pc rules and common sense has left them completely a smelly clistmas and bingle jells to all
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