Christmas or Holidays

[margypops]

I have noticed recently here In California of leaving out out the Traditional word of Christmas or Xmas , and even schools are saying Holidays, I dont see it as Politically incorrect for children to have a Xmas concert at school . the stores are all wishing us Happy holidays and in fact everyone is saying that. I appreciate there is Hannukah , I dont say holidays to any jewish friends, it would be Happy Hannukah to them .What are your views and is it the same in your state or is it  only here.

[Cherie762]

I never liked the term, x-mas its taking Christ out of Christmas, Ive used it myself, and try not to, also I have friends who celebrate Kwanza and Hannauka(sp) ( Im still recovering from surgery and on heavy meds so excuse the spelling)
Anyways theres so much hate , in our world,Happy Holidays to all, and btw in our public school my boy plays drums for band a christmas concert they do one chistmas song one kwanza song and one hann. song better to acknoledge all than respect none.

[dominosarah]

Everyone is entitled to their opinions on religion.  The part i hate is when someone tries to slam their beliefs down my throat.  That is the only thing i am going to say on this.

As for Christmas........to me it is all about the little ones. There is nothing better than seeing their little faces on Christmas morning seeing presents under the tree and stuff in their stockings.  Life is so simple for them at that point......to believe in Santa and flying reindeer.........It just takes away all the troubles around me for awhile.

[ILADVOCATE]

I would disagree with what you said about America being a Christian nation. Of course the majority of Americans believe in god but there is no state religion and there never has been since the United States was created as a democracy. Seperation of church and state was in the constitution from the beginning and in reaction to countries we fought to acheive our independence from that forced a particular religion on people. America is a diverse nation and if people want to celebrate Christmas in a traditional religious manner it is part of their religion and I wouldn't deny them that. That said people who don't have the same right. I don't see why there is a clash. The only thing that offends me is that Christmas is misused for stores to have huge sales that start months before Christmas and I think someone who is strongly religious should be offended by that as well. In fact, I've ran into some people some online who are extremely religious Christians who refuse to celebrate Christmas because they believe the holiday and the way its celebrated has nothing to do with Jesus.
  I'd rather just accept the way other people think and hope for the same in return but at times its not always possible.

[Vance2335]

jollyman has it right, you can thank the far left for trying to waterdown Christmas. Tolarance works both ways and being that America is still a Christian nation other groups have to respect that.

The term offended is over used and I find it stupid. I am never offended at anything, but I do get upset and mad. When I was growing up just a short 20-25 years ago Christmas was everywhere, now we have to respect everything but Christmas takes a back seat. I am very upset how the far left has made people believe that Christmas is bad because it celebrates one religious holidy. As I said we are still a Christian nation and I want, no I need everyone to stand up and demand Christmas and Christ are not put to the back seat any longer.

[mommy52]

If I am celebrating the season for the right reason, I will not celebrate on just this 1 day or season. I choose to celebrate year round by giving of self when possible and reaching out to help others.When acts of kindness are done without knowledge to others...that is what I prefer to do when possible.

I would like to thank you for the unselfish job you do in trying to help others. I, personally believe we all experience the things we do for a reason. In all the adversities I have been through, I have gained knowledge and experience and have been able to share and help others through the knowledge I have gained. I am thankful for the good days I have. It's during these days I can think clearer and the pain is berable.  I do so wish you were in a position that you could assist me in my quest for dealing with W/C and soc. sec. disability. Doctors about 5 years ago asked if I wanted to apply and I said would rather work. That I would, but unsure if I can with the increased demands of profession. Thanks for all you do for others. Happiness to you.   Madlyn

[kayakka]

I've always been known as the Christmas Grinch, always complaining about the crowds, the stress, the commercialisation. actually, there is no proof that Christ was born on the 25th, or even in December, but thats beside the point. Like Easter, it was a pagan festival christianised, and thats ok too. Never mind that Santa got his colours from a CocaCola promotion (same red and white)..............I still say Merry Chrismas, sing carols, etc.............and down our way, we celebrate Christmas at the beach, barbecues, etc, all the Northern Hemisphere paraphernalia seems out of place